<p>There will also be high waves at sea and a significant possibility of coastal flooding on south and west coasts. Picture Denis Minihane.</p>

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Coast Guard issue appeal ahead of Storm Barra

As well as this the emergency services advise walkers to avoid any exposed areas, including seafront and cliff walkways, as they may be hit by sudden gusts, exposing themselves to unnecessary danger.

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Lidl receives approval for redevelopment of West City Retail Park in Cork

Lidl Ireland has received local authority approval from Cork City Council for the redevelopment of the existing West City Retail Park on the outskirts of Ballincollig.

Cork GAA talking points: Duhallow derby delivers high drama while Chris Óg Jones deserves a Rebel call

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Cork GAA talking points: Duhallow derby delivers high drama while Chris Óg Jones deserves a Rebel call

Éamonn Murphy reflects on a bumper weekend as the club campaign winds on Leeside winds down

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Cork's kindest hairdresser is set to strike again for those in need

Cork's kindest hairdresser is set to strike again for those in need

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Watch: Why is Spiced Beef so… Cork, like?

Watch: Why is Spiced Beef so… Cork, like?

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‘Mayfield will always be home to me’: Mayor of Australian city on his life down under

‘Mayfield will always be home to me’: Mayor of Australian city on his life down under

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Watch: Cork Crystal's George creates unique glass pieces

Watch: Cork Crystal's George creates unique glass pieces

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<p>Aldi Ireland will be bringing the best prices in Irish retail and up to 25 new permanent jobs to Kanturk. </p>

New Aldi store set for Cork town to create 25 jobs

A new Aldi store which is set to open in late 2023 will create 25 new permanent jobs in Kanturk. Cork County Council granted Aldi planning permission to build the new store which will see a substantial investment of €7 million into the local area.

NCSE engaging with 13 schools in South West Cork on establishment of additional special classes

NCSE engaging with 13 schools in South West Cork on establishment of additional special classes

Gavin James to play two Cork shows

Gavin James to play two Cork shows

Storm Barra: Authorities closely monitoring evolving situation

Storm Barra: Authorities closely monitoring evolving situation

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Some Cork children turning to drug dealing to feed gaming and gambling addictions

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<p>Joy for Newmarket's Paudie Allen and despair for Kanturk. Picture: Eddie O'Hare</p>

Newmarket selector pays tribute to Kanturk after epic battle

The Duhallow derby didn't disappoint in Páirc Uí Chaoimh on Sunday

O’Halloran goals hand Ballygarvan first South East U21 hurling title

O’Halloran goals hand Ballygarvan first South East U21 hurling title

IAFC: Iveleary manager John McNulty hails massive team effort

IAFC: Iveleary manager John McNulty hails massive team effort

Newmarket captain TJ Brosnan on how they changed tack and saved their season

Newmarket captain TJ Brosnan on how they changed tack and saved their season

Three reasons Newmarket beat Kanturk to win the PIFC title

Three reasons Newmarket beat Kanturk to win the PIFC title

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Why I am spreading my love of seaweed

As we continue our focus on small businesses ahead of Christmas, MARTINA O’DONOGHUE talks to the woman behind Slánú seaweed bath soaks - which allows a luxurious spa experience at home

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Our pick of Irish books for Christmas stocking

21 years on, missing man mystery endures

21 years on, missing man mystery endures

Sarah and Ross's Wedding

Wedding of the Week: Cork couple say it's a day they will never forget

Cork school boy set to feature in TV series

Cork school boy set to feature in TV series

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<p class="contextmenu internal_Caption">COME ON IN, THE WATER’S BALTIC! British endurance swimmer Lewis Pugh in Antarctica in 2015</p>

Trevor Laffan: Ice baths are a form of torture - so why go sea swimming?!

Dipping people in frozen water used to be a form of torture... Trevor Laffan can't understand why people go sea swimming, especially at this time of year

Backpack prepared with school supplies and mask for the back to school

Masks are vital defence against Covid... but kids of 9 should not be wearing them

An Post doesn’t get my stamp of approval this Christmas...

An Post doesn’t get my stamp of approval this Christmas...

Cork City Councillor on the 40th anniversary of the founding of the Green Party

Cork City Councillor on the 40th anniversary of the founding of the Green Party

John Arnold: My trip to Ethiopia filled me with hope, now I fear for its future

John Arnold: My trip to Ethiopia filled me with hope, now I fear for its future

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<p>What was in the news 100 years ago today? </p>

Woman jailed for six months for smashing window... and a tragedy at sea

What was in the news today? Richard Forrest tells us in our weekly Echoes of Our Past column

Throwback Thursday: A muddy scramble down memory lane

Throwback Thursday: A muddy scramble down memory lane

A bomber caught on Parliament Bridge: Cork stories in the headlines 100 years ago

Rising prices, profiteering, and housing woes... Cork gripes 100 years ago

Looking back at the great days of Cork motorcycling

Looking back at the great days of Cork motorcycling

A city comes out in force to mourn the death of nationalist hero

A city comes out in force to mourn the death of nationalist hero

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<p>Caitriona Twomey pictured on Gravel Lane across from Penny Dinners, Cork. Picture Dan Linehan</p>

Here’s how to support Cork’s food charities this Christmas

Cork has many charities providing food to those most vulnerable in our communities. KATE RYAN tells us how we can support them this Christmas... and beyond

Recipes: The perfect starters for Christmas Day dinner

Recipes: The perfect starters for Christmas Day dinner

How to make some edible Christmas gifts

How to make some edible Christmas gifts

The Big Cork Foodie Christmas Gift Guide

The Big Cork Foodie Christmas Gift Guide

Preparing Turkey for Thanksgiving Dinner

How to host Christmas, like a boss... with our weekly countdown

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<p>Bailer: Disposable Youth album out now.</p>

Tasty Leeside music for shorter days and longer nights

We might well be in the halfway house when it comes to live music, but Cork is still home to an ever-eclectic mix of homegrown fare. Here we take a look at some new releases.

Five gigs to get to in Cork during December

Five gigs to get to in Cork during December

Stevie G: Seek out brilliant forgotten pioneers of music

Stevie G: Seek out brilliant forgotten pioneers of music

GLOW is in full swing in Cork City every weekend until Christmas... and pantos open too!

GLOW is in full swing in Cork City every weekend until Christmas... and pantos open too!

Cork-based singer Elaine Malone on her new Mantua album and the inspiration behind it

Cork-based singer Elaine Malone on her new Mantua album and the inspiration behind it

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Children's dreams to come true with accessible new playground

Children's dreams to come true with accessible new playground

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Online school rethinks Maths with 5-day course

Online school rethinks Maths with 5-day course

How €2,000 turned into Cork's number one plumbing service

How €2,000 turned into Cork's number one plumbing service

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