This week in our popular weekly series, The Village Pubs Of Cork, NOEL SWEENEY heads out west and drops in on Kitty Mac’s bar in Ring, to talk to a publican who believes a pub must serve its community

A new seed library has opened in Cork city. KATE RYAN was at the launch to find out more about the initiative.

Cork musician Mark O’Leary recently re-released his track, Laundromat, recorded in a launderette on Douglas Street. He chats to COLETTE SHERIDAN about the glory days of music in the city and teaching Cillian Murphy.

The Irish series was filmed in the suitably shadowy Slane Castle on the banks of the Boyne, with a Cork presenter at the helm.

The 16th series of The Great British Bake Off starts on Channel 4 on Tuesday at 8pm.

What's on the box for the next seven days? JOHN DOLAN shares some of his highlights. 

This weekend Dianne Curtin shares a recipe for an easy back-to-school supper, with a taste of autumn for dessert. 

This week’s article is written by Kerstin Schafer who completed her horticultural training at Heidelberg Botanical Gardens in Germany and now works as a full time gardener at Blarney Castle Gardens

Nicole Stokes and Aaron Bloss had their first date as teens back in 2011. 

Foodies will have a field day when the fEast festival takes place in Midleton from September 1-7, says NIECY O’KEEFFE

Acclaimed Cork poet Molly Twomey tells COLETTE SHERIDAN about her new collection, writing about personal struggles, and poetry that looks at society. 

Cork comedian Sinéad Quinlan is preparing to bring her first solo comedy show to the Dublin Fringe Festival

This week in Corkonians Abroad, TIMOTHY O’MAHONY talks to Niall Quinlan, who grew up in Mayfield and later Bishopstown, and who has worked all over the world, but now lives in Thailand

Nicki ffrench Davis, Building Manager at Cork’s Civic House Trust, talks about researching the 300-year history of the building, music and her version of Kedgeree

He admits it can be a lonely vocation, but Cork man Tiernan Burke explains to AEDIN JOHNSTON why he has decided to take the first step to becoming a priest this weekend, when he is ordained as a deacon in Whitechurch

In the latest installment in our popular weekly series, The Village Pubs Of Cork, NOEL SWEENEY heads out west, and checks out Mary Ann’s bar in Castletownshend, whose owner arrived 43 years ago for just “a couple of years”!

Barra Sweetnam is at the helm of Cork’s largest independent fruit and veg wholesaler. He tells KATE RYAN about changing trends and his efforts to make the business more sustainable.

A prestigious competition to find the finest coffee-maker in Ireland is being held in Cork for the first time this week, says CHRIS DUNNE

From the 1940s to the 1970s, when times were hard in Ireland and jobs scarce, thousands of women found jobs in British hospitals, beinging care, resilience, and professionalism to its rapidly evolving healthcare system.

The culmination of the last few months is now bearing fruit, literally, but there's some work in the garden to do before autumn, writes OLIVE RYAN

JOHN DOLAN takes a look at the sport on TV for the week ahead. 

With many of the schools starting back in the next few days, Dianne Curtin has a special recipe for the last barbecue of the summer. 

In this week's Wedding of the Week, Dave and Rachel O'Farrell tells us how they almost met in Reardens, but became an item after matching on Tinder. 

Home baker ADRIENNE ACTON loves picking blackberries and putting them to good use in the kitchen. Here, she shares three of her favourite recipes for them

Ever since he was killed in his native Cork 103 years ago today, Irish people have claimed, fought over, and disputed Michael Collins’ legacy. A new book by Cork man Cal McCarthy assesses his ‘after-life’

Turkish friends, Ali Can Fincan and Halit Aker, have realised their dream of running a cafe after recently taking over the business at Tory’s Café in Ballyphehane. COLETTE SHERIDAN took a trip there to find out more.

Matt Szczerek is the lead dancer and choreographer of a new show, Birds, by Kundle Cru, premiering at The Everyman for one night only next Wednesday.

Cork’s Izz Café is renowned for the rich Palestinian coffee served after a meal with a sweet, stuffed date. Why is it different to other coffees, how is it made and served? KATE RYAN visited Izz Café recently to find out.

This week in Corkonians Abroad, TIMOTHY O’MAHONY talks to Eleanor Foster, from Ballyadam, nestled in between Carrigtwohill and Midleton, who lives in Newport, south Wales, with her family

Daniel Cremin is a writer, producer, performer, and magician. He is currently preparing for his show WHY MAGIC? at The Everyman on August 28. 

Having spent €5m turning Belvelly Castle into one of Cork’s most distinctive homes, Garry and Anne Wilson tell CHRIS DUNNE about their latest renovation project - opening up a café and gift shop on the seafront in Cobh

In this week’s edition of The Village Pubs Of Cork, NOEL SWEENEY heads west to The Four Winds in Ahiohill, and talks to Mary O’Neill, who says the bar holds a cherished place in the local community

Looking for a property bargain on Leeside? ADRIENNE ACTON sources four homes currently on the market with a price tag under €300,000

In 2023, Cork woman Deirdre O’Sullivan embarked on a major project to build her dream home. She tells EMMA CONNOLLY about the project and the challenges along the way.

JOHN DOLAN has the TV sport highlights for the coming week. 

John Dolan has all the details on when the Rose of Tralee will be broadcast. 

Dianne Curtin shares her recipe for an adaptable veggie korma for mains with chocolate and cherry sundaes for dessert. 

Kerstin Schafer took a trip to Glenview Gardens in west Cork. Kerstin completed her horticultural training at Heidelberg Botanical Gardens in Germany and now works as a full time gardener at Blarney Castle Gardens

Shannon Flynn and Daniel Mulcahy were introduced to each other through friends at Cork's Savoy nightclub. 

As he sells up his Cork city pub, John O’Connor tells CHRIS DUNNE about his fondness for the trade, and for the characters who populated his bar down the decades

A dystopian novel by Cork man Alex Secam, inspired by his time stuck renting, is among new books out this week, along with a memoir released about the life of a late Cork priest

Niamh Varian-Barry is back in Cork for the Masters of Tradition in Bantry next week. She tells us how she spends her weekend. 

Siobhan Edwards, who is representing Queensland in the Rose of Tralee, has grandparents from Meelin, Co. Cork, and Ballylanders, Co. Limerick. Her mother Alannah was the 1989 Queensland Rose

This week in our Corkonians Abroad series, TIMOTHY O’MAHONY chats to Robert Walshe, originally from Midleton, who now calls Devon in south-west England his home and enjoyed a career in radio and TV

After years of suffering from Crohn’s disease, Cork man Brendan Lewis felt well enough to undertake a marathon journey from Malin Head to Mizen Head, he tells MARGARET DONNELLAN. 

In the latest installment of the series, The Village Pubs Of Cork, NOEL SWEENEY heads to The Huntsman in Tower, which has more than a century of history and has been running in the same family for generations

The annual Cork On A Fork festival celebrates all things culinary on Leeside. KATE RYAN picks through the many events on offer this week and selects a menu of fabulous options

More than 1,200 people seeking protection have been supported by a programme in Cork run by SECAD. Jennifer Horgan finds out more and meets two women who took part.

Olive Ryan discusses hedges, ripening crops, and preparing for autumn. 

Welcome to The Echo’s annual feature - Summer Soap. Now in its tenth year, Summer Soap is a daily fictional serial run over 12 parts, which ends today. Called A Symposium Crawl, the story is about a debate held in various Cork city pubs regarding the subject: What is love? It was written by Raymond Jarvis, from the MA in Creative Writing Programme at UCC. In the final episode, an angry encounter ensues as Bran finally gets to talk to Alexis about love

In this week's Weekend Foodie, Di Curtin has a recipe for vegetable risotto with asparagus for mains, and elderflower and lime marinated strawberries for dessert. 

Victoria Pardy, from Macroom, and James Walsh from Riverstick, tell us about their wedding day. 

Chef Epi Rogan has a keen interest in foraging. She tells us how she spends her weekend. 

Best known for representing Ireland in Eurovision, Cork man Cathal Dunne has penned a book that is set in the terrible days of the Irish Famine, he tells CHRIS DUNNE

Welcome to The Echo’s annual feature - Summer Soap. Now in its tenth year, Summer Soap is a daily fictional serial run over 12 parts, which started last Monday and runs till tomorrow. Called A Symposium Crawl, the story is about a debate held in various Cork city pubs regarding the subject: What is love? It was written by Raymond Jarvis, from the MA in Creative Writing Programme at UCC. In the eleventh episode, we finally get to hear Alexis’s take on the subject she has been asking about

Welcome to The Echo’s annual feature - Summer Soap. Now in its tenth year, Summer Soap is a daily fictional serial run over 12 parts, which started last Monday and runs till this Saturday. Called A Symposium Crawl, the story is about a debate held in various Cork city pubs regarding the subject: What is love? It was written by Raymond Jarvis, from the MA in Creative Writing Programme at UCC. In the tenth episode, confident Calum gives his view of the topic, but how will Alexis respond?

Cork’s Kate O’Shea on her passion for music, touring Europe, and what makes her happy.

Welcome to The Echo’s annual feature - Summer Soap. Now in its tenth year, Summer Soap is a daily fictional serial run over 12 parts, which started last Monday and runs till this Saturday. Called A Symposium Crawl, the story is about a debate held in various Cork city pubs regarding the subject: What is love? It was written by Raymond Jarvis, from the MA in Creative Writing Programme at UCC. In the ninth episode, Calum joins the conversation and shares his take on the meaning of love.

Cobh woman Triona Murphy tells BRENDA DENNEHY about her battle with kidney failure, and the birth of her child after being told she wouldn’t be a mum. 

This week in Corkonians Abroad, TIMOTHY O’MAHONY chats to Aideen Curtin O’Brien, who grew up on Tivoli and Glounthaune, before relocating to Canada where she is a music publisher.

Welcome to The Echo’s annual feature - Summer Soap. Now in its tenth year, Summer Soap is a daily fictional serial run over 12 parts, which started last Monday and runs till this Saturday. Called A Symposium Crawl, the story is about a debate held in various Cork city pubs regarding the subject: What is love? It was written by Raymond Jarvis, from the MA in Creative Writing Programme at UCC. In episode eight, a disruptive Bran causes tension as he gatecrashes on the pub conversation

In the latest installment of the series, The Village Pubs Of Cork, NOEL SWEENEY heads to The Ferry Boat Inn in Ringaskiddy, where the landlady has a simple ethos: ‘We keep prices as low as we can... people come back’

The new Tria Café in Cork city basks in 18 acres of greenery. KATE RYAN talks to the owners to find out why they decided to open a business there. 

Welcome to The Echo’s annual feature - Summer Soap. Now in its tenth year, Summer Soap is a daily fictional serial run over 12 parts, which started last Monday and runs till this Saturday. Called A Symposium Crawl, the story is about a debate held in various Cork city pubs regarding the subject: What is love? It was written by Raymond Jarvis, from the MA in Creative Writing Programme at UCC. In the seventh episode, we hear Eric’s side of the debate - and his angry reaction to Ariana’s comments

Welcome to The Echo’s annual feature - Summer Soap. Now in its tenth year, Summer Soap is a daily fictional serial run over 12 parts, which started on Monday and runs till next Saturday. Called A Symposium Crawl, the story is about a debate held in various Cork city pubs regarding the subject: What is love? It was written by Raymond Jarvis, from the MA in Creative Writing Programme at UCC. In the sixth episode, Ariana’ explains her view that love isn’t a wholly positive experience

This weekend Dianne Curtin shares her recipe for fettuccini with avocado pesto and smoked salmon salad. For dessert, Di's recommending a classic- Peach Melba. 

Olive Ryan shares her simple tips on caring for plants during water restrictions, plus, she has advice on getting the most from your crops. 

A Cork family is preparing to take part in the Tour de Munster next week. Nuala and Aodan Heavin tell CHRIS DUNNE why the event is so important to them.

Cork chef Pamela Kelly says the weekend really starts for her at 5pm on a Saturday. She tells us how she likes to spend it. 

During the long summer holidays, children can soon get bored and restless after a few days of bad weather. JOANNE DWYER picks out 10 indoor attractions in Cork that all the family can enjoy

In a new memoir, Cork musician Des Lee talks about his showband days, and the atrocity that shaped his life in 1975, when his bandmates were killed in an ambush in Northern Ireland

Whether you’re heading to an idyllic beach, a fascinating city or just enjoying a staycation at home, there are plenty of novels to help you escape.

Welcome to The Echo’s annual feature - Summer Soap. Now in its tenth year, Summer Soap is a daily fictional serial run over 12 parts, which started on Monday and runs till Saturday week. Called A Symposium Crawl, the story is about a debate held in various Cork city pubs regarding the subject: What is love? It was written by Raymond Jarvis, from the MA in Creative Writing Programme at UCC. In the fifth episode, we hear a very positive definition of love from a devoted husband...

Welcome to The Echo’s annual feature - Summer Soap. Now in its tenth year, Summer Soap is a daily fictional serial run over 12 parts, which started on Monday and runs till Saturday week. Called A Symposium Crawl, the story is about a debate held in various Cork city pubs regarding the subject: What is love? It was written by Raymond Jarvis from the MA in Creative Writing Programme at UCC. In the fourth episode, Alexis continues to pursue the question of love, despite some distractions...

Welcome to The Echo’s annual feature - Summer Soap. Now in its tenth year, Summer Soap is a daily fictional serial run over 12 parts, which started on Monday and runs till Saturday week. Called A Symposium Crawl, the story is about a debate held in various Cork city pubs regarding the subject: What is love? It was written by Raymond Jarvis, from the MA in Creative Writing Programme at UCC. In the third episode, the debate over what love is moves on to another Cork city bar

In Corkonians Abroad this week, TIMOTHY O’MAHONY catches up with Sarah Philpott, from Ballyvolane, who has called Christchurch in New Zealand home for the past 13 years

Oliver Falter, General Manager and MD of Flynn Cush Hospitality Group tells us what makes him happy, his most memorable moment, and plans for the future. 

In the latest installment of the series, The Village Pubs Of Cork, NOEL SWEENEY heads to the historic maritime port of Ballinacurra and pops inside Jacko Creenan’s bar, which has been run by five generations of the same family

Welcome to The Echo’s annual feature - Summer Soap. Now in its tenth year, Summer Soap is a daily fictional serial run over 12 parts, which started yesterday and runs till Saturday week. Called A Symposium Crawl, the story is about a debate held in various Cork city pubs regarding the subject: What is love? It was written by Raymond Jarvis, from the MA in Creative Writing Programme at UCC. In the second episode, we hear the original pub conversation from a new perspective...

Welcome to The Echo’s annual feature - Summer Soap. Now in its tenth year, Summer Soap is a daily fictional serial run over 12 parts, which starts today and runs till Saturday week. Called A Symposium Crawl, the story is about a debate held in various Cork city pubs regarding the subject: What is love? It was written by Raymond Jarvis, from the MA in Creative Writing Programme at UCC.

There are lots of summer camps for sporty and active kids, MARGARET DONNELLAN finds one that has mindfulness, peace, calm, and inner happiness at its core

Looking for something to do with the kids? A free new outdoor trails brochure provides the perfect summer bucket list for families and tourists to explore East Cork and Cork Harbour

A TV programme on RTÉ tomorrow relives a devastating road accident in 2016, where a Cork family were lucky to escape with their lives

Shirley Musgrave's beautiful garden in Inniscarra has a stunning collection of trees, shrubs and perennials amassed over 50 years, says OLIVE RYAN

If you have a friend in need, here's some tips on how to brush up your listening skills, to mark Samaritans Awareness Day this week

Emma Begley and Joseph Flannery say their big day was a perfect, intimate occasion for their family and friends

This week in her Weekend Foodie slot, DI CURTIN has recipes for a classic Irish meal - brunch-style - and a pavlova pudding

As The Echo’s latest Summer Soap starts a 12-episode run in print and online on Monday, COLETTE SHERIDAN talks to the author about the burning question at the centre of his story, and about his plans to continue his career in Ireland

As his new graphic novella is released, Cork author DAVID JORDAN explains his love for the genre going back to the early years of comic books in the city and county

This week in Corkonians Abroad, TIMOTHY O’MAHONY chats to Jane Prevot, who hails from Bishopstown, and now lives near to Versailles in France, where she is enjoying life in retirement

Person To Person: Valentina Gambardella, Cork-based costume designer and maker, on pizza, family, interrailing in Europe, and her three-legged tortoise.

Cork features in Listen To The Land Speak which will be broadcast this Thursday. 

Cork man Enda Francis-Devine explains why he has embarked on a 3,500km charity cycle marathon from Ireland to Instanbul, to raise money for Doctors Without Borders

After the North Cork town was cited as “the least desirable place to live in Ireland”, ADRIENNE ACTON headed to Mitchelstown to find a lovely place and to meet some of its proud inhabitants

South Munster Citizens Information Services provides key information on passports, European Health Insurance Cards, and air passenger rights for summer travel