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<p class="contextmenu internal_Caption">HSE staff at a previous protest outside Cork University Hospital. Tomorrow will also see a picket outside the hospital as staff take part in the nationwide protest: Picture: Chani Anderson</p>

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Strikes tomorrow set to impact schools, healthcare, and local authority services

The strike will lead to the cancellation of all non-urgent healthcare services including routine hospital procedures and outpatient appointments, as well as community-based services, including day services and clinics in primary care services

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Man told garda to come out and check squad car 'packed with drugs'

“He was shouting about a car outside that was full of drugs," a garda told the court.

Republic of Ireland v Kazakhstan - 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup Qualifying Round 1 Play-Off Second Leg

cork sport

Republic Of Ireland ease past Kazahstan to make it four wins from four games in Pairc Ui Chaoimh

Carla Wards' side now turn their attention to Poland who they play in a two-legged play-off for a place at the World Cup finals in Brazil next year.

cork lives

The Pubs of Cork: The Midleton bar bought by an ex-garda during covid

The Pubs of Cork: The Midleton bar bought by an ex-garda during covid

cork views

Senior vaccination concept. Elderly getting immune vaccine at arm for flu shot, pneumonia, and shingles(MMR) in hospital by nurs

Dr Catherine Conlon: Benefits of shingles vaccine may go beyond protection from condition

cork news

Joe Bonamassa celebrates Rory Gallagher’s legacy in new documentary premiering in Cork

Joe Bonamassa celebrates Rory Gallagher’s legacy in new documentary premiering in Cork

cork news

An Unrecognizable Businessman Driving His Car

'Convenient' parking app rolled out across Cork county towns

Cork News

<p>Gardaí have launched a murder investigation after an arson attack on a house in Waterford City claimed the lives of two adults and two children. Picture: Mícheál Ó Scannáil/PA Wire</p>

Taoiseach: Waterford arson attack ‘deeply disturbing’ as four deaths confirmed

Gardaí have launched a murder investigation after an arson attack on a house in Waterford City claimed the lives of two adults and two children.

Recalling the tragedy of the SS Ardmore – 86 years on

Recalling the tragedy of the SS Ardmore – 86 years on

Silhouette of Electrician checking lighting to the LED street lamp post, Technician with clipping path and maintenance service c

More than 200 lights out in Cork city - a year after Council complained to ESB

Jack O'Rourke to play Opera House's new Steinway this weekend

Jack O'Rourke to play Opera House's new Steinway this weekend

Maria's Irish film set in East Cork has landed on Amazon Prime

Maria's Irish film set in East Cork has landed on Amazon Prime

cork sport

<p> Dylan Quinn defends for the Barrs against Clonakilty at SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh. Picture: Larry Cummins</p>

GAA Talking Points: Clon left with huge regrets but Brian Hayes underlined his football brilliance

The Barrs took 21 shots and won. Clon launched 34 efforts and lost...

Cork GAA: What we learned from the club football semi-finals

Cork GAA: What we learned from the club football semi-finals

Sliabh Rua battle hard to beat Newtownshandrum and win the intermediate camogie title

Sliabh Rua battle hard to beat Newtownshandrum and win the intermediate camogie title

Nemo kept their cool once more to see off Carrigaline, now can they take down the Barrs?

Nemo kept their cool once more to see off Carrigaline, now can they take down the Barrs?

Leeds AFC celebrate 40 years and looks towards a bright future in Ballyvolane

Leeds AFC celebrate 40 years and looks towards a bright future in Ballyvolane

Cork Lives

<p>The scene after the tragedy at Mourneabbey on the Cork to Mallow road in November, 1939, in which four soldiers died when the car carrying them jumped the wall and plunged into the field below. The arrows mark apparent skid marks in the road at the time. All photos here colorised from Examiner/Echo originals</p>

Mourneabbey tragedy: Recalling the night four soldiers died on Mallow to Cork road

A few months into The Emergency in Cork, in 1939, four Cork army men lost their lives on the Mallow to Cork road. PAT POLAND recalls the story

Books: Story traces the history of the Kerry-Cork butter road

Books: Story traces the history of the Kerry-Cork butter road

TV: Cork author delves into stories behind our fairy forts

TV: Cork author delves into stories behind our fairy forts

Ex-Ryanair worker: ‘Why I set my debut novel in Blackpool’

Ex-Ryanair worker: ‘Why I set my debut novel in Blackpool’

TV: Doctor details ordeal of sudden cardiac arrest in Cork

TV: Doctor details ordeal of sudden cardiac arrest in Cork

Cork Views

<p>Michael O’Connor, pharmacist, O’Connor’s Pharmacy, Douglas, with Deirbhle Joyce, Professional Services Pharmacist, IPU, and Norma Deasy, Communications Manager, National Screening Services, launching the in-pharmacy promotion of BowelScreen</p>

Cork pharmacies back campaign to highlight free bowel cancer screening

The HSE is spearheading a promotion this month aimed at ensuring people aged 57 to 71 get to avail of a test that can detect signs of bowel cancer early

Cork Views: 'Being a part of my local young council gives young people a voice'

Cork Views: 'Being a part of my local young council gives young people a voice'

Spooky Spike: John Dolan takes a chilling tour on Cork’s island of the lost souls

Spooky Spike: John Dolan takes a chilling tour on Cork’s island of the lost souls

Making Money

'You need more than a State pension to retire on'

Letter to the Editor: Motorists - beware of geese near the Lough

Letter to the Editor: Motorists - beware of geese near the Lough

Nostalgia

<p>The Innisfallen as she passed by the old Gas Company in Cobh around 1961/62. Joe Terry’s journey took place in October, 1960</p>

Throwback Thursday: Emigrant’s ordeal as he left Cork for London

This week on Throwback Thursday, JO KERRIGAN hears the poignant story of one Cork man’s journey from Cloyne to London in 1960 on the Innisfallen

Throwback Thursday: The rise and fall of a North Cork dance hall

Throwback Thursday: The rise and fall of a North Cork dance hall

Throwback Thursday: Memories of when Cork's Everyman was a popular cinema

Throwback Thursday: Memories of when Cork's Everyman was a popular cinema

Throwback Thursday: Was this the greatest ever pub in Cork city?

Throwback Thursday: Was this the greatest ever pub in Cork city?

Throwback Thursday: A toast to the lost pubs of Cork

Throwback Thursday: A toast to the lost pubs of Cork

WOW

<p>Julie said she feels lucky to be able to share the joy of reading with her son, Ricky. File picture.</p>

Julie Helen: ‘Reading led us to have conversations around bullying’

I was never afraid to tell my worries as a child. My real challenge was that I often didn’t really understand my feelings, particularly around cerebral palsy and being different, says Julie Helen.

7 nutrition hacks to help boost your energy this autumn

7 nutrition hacks to help boost your energy this autumn

Emer O'Callaghan: Harness the power of positive ageing

Emer O'Callaghan: Harness the power of positive ageing

WoW Bites!: An ode to the women making black pudding in Cork

WoW Bites!: An ode to the women making black pudding in Cork

Tai chi walking: What does it involve and what are the benefits?

Tai chi walking: What does it involve and are there any benefits to it?

entertainment

<p> John Dwyer of Bunker Vinyl in Cork. Pic Larry Cummins</p>

Stevie G: Bunker Vinyl closing is a massive loss to the Cork music community

John Dwyer’s Bunker Vinyl was an important space for music fans

Our guide to what's happening in Cork this weekend

Our guide to what's happening in Cork this weekend

Clubbers: Mark Blair the draw to Cyprus Avenue in Cork this weekend

Clubbers: Mark Blair the draw to Cyprus Avenue in Cork this weekend

What's on this week: Folk festival and hit play in Cork

What's on this week: Folk festival and hit play in Cork

Keith Barry excited to bring his Unhinged show to Cork, and plans to blow your mind

Keith Barry excited to bring his Unhinged show to Cork, and plans to blow your mind

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