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<p>Gardaí in Cork are investigating a serious incident in the Liffey Park area of Mayfield in the early hours of Tuesday morning. Picture: Larry Cummins</p>

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Gardaí investigate serious assault in Mayfield as man remains critically injured

Man in his 30s hospitalised with serious injuries after early morning assault in Mayfield, as gardaí launch investigation

Speed gun

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Motorist caught in Cork doing 141kph in 100kph zone

Over 2,400 drivers were detected for speeding offences during the initial four days of the operation, which concluded this morning.

Clare v Limerick - Munster GAA Senior Hurling Championship Round 3

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John Horgan on hurling: Make no mistake, Limerick remain top of pecking order for Liam MacCarthy

With two home games coming up and the return of Aaron Gillane and Cian Lynch, Treaty are certain to make Munster final now

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The Pubs of Cork: ‘The most stressful part of running a pub - putting up prices’

The Pubs of Cork: ‘The most stressful part of running a pub - putting up prices’

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Honeybee on a purple cornflower bloom

No Mow May... an all-you-can-eat buffet for our insect friends

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Idle Glanmire land 'should be returned to Cork County Council' says TD

Idle Glanmire land 'should be returned to Cork County Council' says TD

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Move to reinstate after-hours service at Cork library after 'anti-social behaviour'

Move to reinstate after-hours service at Cork library after 'anti-social behaviour'

Cork News

<p>Many East Cork clubs are now urging Cork County Council to help them buy land, especially as the population is set to rocket in the region.</p>

East Cork sports clubs lobby for facilities as population boom on way

Pressure on the clubs is set to increase as the county development plan (CDP) predicts the two towns will have a combined population of 34,000 in just two years’ time — and nearly 43,000 by 2034.

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Numbers seeking help with household bills in Cork has doubled

Cork children left without transport to special schools

Cork children left without transport to special schools

Airplane flying through dramatic sunset clouds with sun rays breaking through

Legal column: Am I entitled to compensation for cancelled flight?

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Launch of Field of Dreams Cycle in aid of Down Syndrome Cork

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<p>Cork camogie star Saoirse McCarthy at the launch of the new Féirla range of women's sports clothes. Picture: INPHO/Dan Sheridan</p>

Saoirse Noonan: We need to put our heads down and prepare for Galway

Cork suffered a disappointing league and were beaten by Tipp in the Munster Championship but the focus is now on the All-Ireland series

MTU Celebrates Sporting Excellence at Annual Sports Awards

MTU Celebrates Sporting Excellence at Annual Sports Awards

Douglas hurlers impressing in league but focus is on 'work-rate and honesty of effort'

Douglas hurlers impressing in league but focus is on 'work-rate and honesty of effort'

What we need to see from hurlers and footballers on huge weekend for Cork GAA

What we need to see from hurlers and footballers on huge weekend for Cork GAA

Keith Ricken hails ‘positive step’ as Cork minors overpower Kerry in Tralee

Keith Ricken hails ‘positive step’ as Cork minors overpower Kerry in Tralee

Cork Lives

<p>Business partners Paulo Ferreria and Rodrigo De Almeida of Scálaí at The Black Market. Picture: Noel Sweeney</p>

'We're bringing a taste of Venezuela to Cork': Meet the chefs behind Scálaí

A new food outlet at Cork’s Black Market is making waves. KATE RYAN hears about the unique story and inspiration behind Scálaí.

Cork actress traces her family roots to revolutionary grandfather

Cork actress traces her family roots to revolutionary grandfather

Isabel & Ryan's Wedding

‘Our joyful wedding’: Cork couple's first date was at Nando's

Being neurodivergent helps me as a writer - Cork author

Being neurodivergent helps me as a writer - Cork author

‘I’m a proud Norrie’: Danny in running for entrepreneur gong

‘I’m a proud Norrie’: Danny in running for entrepreneur gong

Cork Views

<p>A car-free day in Paris, an event conceived by former Mayor of the city, Anne Hidalgo. Picture: Aurelien Meunier/Getty Images</p>

Cork Views: Women can drive change in transport system

Female politicians have succeeded with active travel and green spaces in cities... so maybe we should put a woman in charge of our transport system, says CATHERINE CONLON, a public health doctor in Cork

Cobh to remember victims of Lusitania tragedy

Cobh to remember victims of Lusitania tragedy

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Trevor Laffan: In the world of crime, young offenders keep on offending

Angry man yelling while using cell phone while working at home.

The biggest first world problem of all? Changing your damn phone

Festival to celebrate cultural diversity of Cork

Festival to celebrate cultural diversity of Cork

Nostalgia

<p>The Barrack Street Band pictured in June 1974. The band will celebrate 190 years next year. </p>

Almost 190 years of Cork’s beloved Barracka band

LINDA KENNY looks back over the key moments of the past 188 years that have helped shape this quintessentially Cork institution.

Throwback Thursday: My solo flight to the UK, at the age of six

Throwback Thursday: My solo flight to the UK, at the age of six

Cork man's World Cup adventure in London 60 years ago

Cork man's World Cup adventure in London 60 years ago

Throwback Thursday: My father was a Cork bus inspector in '60s

Throwback Thursday: My father was a Cork bus inspector in '60s

Forget hurling... cricket was the first sport at St Colman’s

Forget hurling... cricket was the first sport at St Colman’s

WOW

<p>Getting outdoors to do some extra steps can also help boost energy levels and mental health. Picture Chani Anderson </p>

Do you really need to walk 10,000 steps a day to keep fit?

Although it’s a powerful motivator for many, 10,000 steps a day can be seen as an unrealistic and daunting target for others. CAMILLA FOSTER asks the experts to weigh in on the issue.

Carpark

Julie Helen: 'I feel uneasy about things that might not be accessible'

Mature woman applying sunscreen on face

Emer O'Callaghan: 'I see sun damage everyday...make sure you apply SPF all year round'

‘You bring what you learn on the team into your life’: Training with the Cork City FC Women's team

‘You bring what you learn on the team into your life’: Training with the Cork City FC Women's team

My Career: ‘I love what I do... working with start-ups is different every day’

My Career: ‘I love what I do... working with start-ups is different every day’

entertainment

<p>A scene from Hokum. Damian McCarthy says he likes it when people who are not the biggest horror fans enjoy it</p>

Director: 'I want all my films in West Cork... there’s a vibe'

As his new horror film, Hokum, is released, Cork director Damian McCarthy tells CARA O’DOHERTY why he was delighted to shoot it in West Cork, and his thrill at landing a Hollywood star in Adam Scott to play the central character

Steve G: We need music more than ever in 2026

Steve G: We need music more than ever in 2026

What's on in Cork this weekend: A host of festivals, plus music and comedy galore

What's on in Cork this weekend: A host of festivals, plus music and comedy galore

Clubbers: Steam Dreams celebrates second birthday at Dali

Clubbers: Steam Dreams celebrates second birthday at Dali

Theatre Nights: Choirs galore, and Tubridy is in town

Theatre Nights: Choirs galore, and Tubridy is in town

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The College Green Hotel: A refined address in the heart of Dublin

SETU and Glassworks set to accelerate innovation

SETU and Glassworks set to accelerate innovation

Driving Growth in Munster: How property finance is powering Cork’s future

Driving Growth in Munster: How property finance is powering Cork’s future

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Passionate producers get a helping hand from Tesco

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