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<p>'The driver reversed, hitting the wall, and drove at the parked unmarked patrol vehicle, smashing into it, causing the vehicle to strike Garda Clare McCarthy, injuring her.'</p>

cork news

Teen granted bail after court hears Garda injured in Glanmire ramming

Stolen car rammed a garda patrol vehicle, with the accused teenager released on conditions despite Garda objections

Mahon woman, 65, charged with withholding information during Kieran Quilligan murder probe

cork news

Mahon woman, 65, charged with withholding information during Kieran Quilligan murder probe

Two men were convicted of murdering Kieran Quilligan following a trial at the Central Criminal Court sitting in Cork

Mayo v Cork - GAA Football All-Ireland Senior Championship Quarter-Final

cork sport

Cork look for good omens as they aim to end semi-final and Croke Park droughts

Footballers last made the last four in 2012

nostalgia

Throwback Thursday: Memory of dad's coffin being hoisted from Innisfallen etched in my mind

Throwback Thursday: Memory of dad's coffin being hoisted from Innisfallen etched in my mind

what's on

Swarmfest! The Savoy in Cork will be buzzing today as young acts take to the stage

Swarmfest! The Savoy in Cork will be buzzing today as young acts take to the stage

cork news

Cork singer Camille O'Sullivan to perform at annual Bessborough commemoration

Cork singer Camille O'Sullivan to perform at annual Bessborough commemoration

cork news

Cork man appointed to top role at European energy association

Cork man appointed to top role at European energy association

Cork News

<p>Ireland has been under a status yellow high temperature warning since midday on Tuesday, as a plume of extremely hot air brought temperatures in excess of 40C to Europe. Picture: David Creedon</p>

Status orange warning in place for Cork as Met Éireann warns of thunderstorms and downpours

The warning will come into effect from 4pm and will remain in place until 7pm.

Judge's charge to jury in Doneraile murder trial delayed after juror unable to attend court

Judge's charge to jury in Doneraile murder trial delayed after juror unable to attend court

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Cork’s 48-hour film challenge returns to the city this week

Poor homeless man or refugee sleeping on the wooden bench on the urban street in the city, social documentary concept, selective

Cork Simon warns homeless ‘at high risk’ from hot weather

Cork woman living in Cape Verde says nation is reveling in World Cup dreamland

Cork woman living in Cape Verde says nation is reveling in World Cup dreamland

cork sport

<p>Jason Law (Fota Island) won the Munster Seniors in Bandon last week. Picture: Niall O'Shea Jason Law (East Cork) in action at the 2023 South of Ireland, sponsored by Pierse Motor Group. Picture: Niall O'Shea</p>

Golfer Jason lays down the Law in Bandon Golf Club

Law had a three-shot margin of victory over the field and he was the only player in the field to go under par.

John West Féile na nGael Camogie and Hurling National Finals 2026

Brilliant Ballincollig hurlers make history with first Féile success

Eddie Murphy has proved time and again to be one of the best hurling coaches in Cork

Eddie Murphy has proved time and again to be one of the best hurling coaches in Cork

Ireland's fastest schoolgirl Tiffany Nwaedozie races to Echo Women in Sport award

Ireland's fastest schoolgirl Tiffany Nwaedozie races to Echo Women in Sport award

Munster Senior League: Jason Abbott set to take over Cobh Wanderers as player/manager

Munster Senior League: Jason Abbott set to take over Cobh Wanderers as player/manager

Cork Lives

<p>Boa Morte has a new album out in September. Picture: Fiona Tait </p>

Person to Person: 'It was great to appreciate the hectic life of a touring band'

Boa Morte have been together for more than 25 years and have a new album coming out in the autumn. They tell us about their favourite song and what makes them happy.

58 years of stage life for Cork's Marion Wyatt

58 years of stage life for Cork's Marion Wyatt

‘It’s important that we protect the space’: New evening initiative at Cork's Quay Co-Op

‘It’s important that we protect the space’: New evening initiative at Cork's Quay Co-Op

‘It will be a massive loss for the city’: Community prepares for closure of Cork church

‘It will be a massive loss for the city’: Community prepares for closure of Cork church

Jerome’s tours bring historic Old Head of Kinsale to life

Jerome’s tours bring historic Old Head of Kinsale to life

Cork Views

<p>Every day, women are hurt and abused by the person who is supposed to love them. iStock</p>

Our family law system is failing women

As a record high number of women seek support for domestic abuse, SARAH BENSON, CEO of Women’s Aid, says all stakeholders need to play a part in helping them

John Arnold: The hay-making day when tea was laced with carbolic soap

John Arnold: The hay-making day when tea was laced with carbolic soap

Foods enhancing the risk of cancer. Junk food

Cork Views: A tax on junk food will boost health of the nation

Portrait of crying woman with hands on her face while sitting indoors

Áilín Quinlan: How to spot the type of man who sets out to control your life

7 ways martial arts can boost your fitness

7 ways martial arts can boost your fitness

Nostalgia

<p>A photo from the Cork Examiner report of the Dromcollogher fire in September, 1926, showing some of the coffins. More than half the victims could not be identified and a mass burial took place.</p>

100 years on from tragic inferno at Dromcollogher cinema

A fire at a makeshift cinema in Dromcollogher in 1926 was one of the worst disasters in the history of the State. JOHN DOLAN traces the part a Cork man played in it.

Throwback Thursday: Memories of my driving test across city’s bridges

Throwback Thursday: Memories of my driving test across city’s bridges

Cork's National Monument...and the friendship that helped to build it

Cork's National Monument...and the friendship that helped to build it

Throwback Thursday: My Kilgrew’s train set from 1964 still works perfectly

Throwback Thursday: My Kilgrew’s train set from 1964 still works perfectly

Cork nostalgia: Legends and tales from my time working at the post counter

Cork nostalgia: Legends and tales from my time working at the post counter

WOW

<p>Eileen O'Shea is Occupational Therapy Manager with Horizons (formerly Cope Foundation)</p>

My Career: ‘If I won the Lotto, I don’t know if I’d give up work’

Eileen O’Shea, Occupational Therapy Manager with Horizons shares her career journey with WoW!

Boy on a road trip

Julie Helen: Accessibility is an added worry for me when faced with the summer juggle

‘Everything I do is for mum’: Meet the 2026 Cork Rose Lexi Linnane

‘Everything I do is for mum’: Meet the 2026 Cork Rose Lexi Linnane

Cork woman who suffered from debilitating UTIs retrained to help others with same condition

Cork woman who suffered from debilitating UTIs retrained to help others with same condition

'It takes a village': Cork mums on how they manage summer childcare

'It takes a village': Cork mums on how they manage summer childcare

entertainment

<p>The Act Of Existing, a provocative new dance work, is at the Firkin Crane on July 3/4</p>

Theatre Nights: Music Fest, outdoor theatre, and dance bonanza in Cork

Jo Kerrigan looks at the festivals, must-see shows and activities on Cork stages for the coming week.

Dancing the Night Away

Clubbers: Cosmic Disco Party welcome OneCanChan to Dali for their maiden Cork appearance

Glastonbury Festival 2025

Weekend plans? Our guide to what's happening in Cork this Saturday and Sunday

Live at the Marquee brings joy for Bell X1

Live at the Marquee brings joy for Bell X1

Theatre Nights: A feast of dance, drama, and music

Theatre Nights: A feast of dance, drama, and music

Sponsored Content

<p>Risk feels very different when it is your own money. Picture: iStock</p>

Government Personal Investment Account must target mainstream savers

Proposed scheme is a worthwhile objective, writes Moyagh Murdock, chief executive of Insurance Ireland

Powering performance: South East Technological University is shaping sporting success

Powering performance: South East Technological University is shaping sporting success

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Safe2Eat 2026: Helping Irish people make safer, smarter food choices this summer

Coca-Cola Thank You Fund sponsored

Coca-Cola Thank You Fund to surpass €2m invested in local communities

Discover the heart and soul of Irish Whiskey at Midleton Distillery Experience

Discover the heart and soul of Irish Whiskey at Midleton Distillery Experience

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