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<p>Coachford captain Mark Murphy lifts the trophy alongside teammates after the FAI Junior Cup final between Coachford and Evergreen at Munster FA Turner's Cross. Picture: Tyler Miller/Sportsfile</p>

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Coachford create club and Cork soccer history with deserved FAI Junior Cup final victory

Coachford's 2-1 win ends a barren run of more than 81 years since Rockville won it in 1945.

Ballincollig roar back to edge classic PIHC semi with Carrigaline

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Ballincollig roar back to edge classic PIHC semi with Carrigaline

Down by eight points after 45 minutes, Collig's bench press in the last quarter swung a cracker in Ovens

SAHC: Shane Irwin's goal helps Erin's Own to push on past Watergrasshill and into final

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SAHC: Shane Irwin's goal helps Erin's Own to push on past Watergrasshill and into final

Local derby with Carrigtwohill awaits in decider

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Bandon hurlers power into Intermediate A decider with superb display against Midleton

Bandon hurlers power into Intermediate A decider with superb display against Midleton

cork sport

St Catherine's in ruthless form against Barryroe to reach third Premier Junior final in four seasons

St Catherine's in ruthless form against Barryroe to reach third Premier Junior final in four seasons

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Cost of living means many are living in ‘mental anguish’, says Cork Simon CEO

Cost of living means many are living in ‘mental anguish’, says Cork Simon CEO

cork news

Bus Eireann bus and school bus depot Skibbereen County Cork Ireland

School bus ticket system 'a lottery for families', says West Cork councillor

Cork News

<p>From June to September, the survey also found that a total of 60% of sales in the county and 20% in Cork city were attributed to landlords leaving the market.</p>

Cork ciy and county house prices are still on the rise

In an earlier REA survey, covering March to June, there was a similar price rise — also of 1.2% — in property prices for Cork city, with the increase recorded at 1.0% for Cork county.

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Man accused of setting fire to woman's house and car indicates he will sign guilty pleas

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New childcare facility opens at former Before 5 centre on Cork's northside

Mole screening at CUH closed after consultant retired

Mole screening at CUH closed after consultant retired

Publicans warn of ‘avalanche’ of closures without help from Budget '27

Publicans warn of ‘avalanche’ of closures without help from Budget '27

cork sport

<p>Inch Rovers celebrate winning the 2026 Cork Credit Unions Cork LGFA Intermediate county final at MTU Cork.</p>

Inch Rovers return to the Cork LGFA senior grade following intermediate county final win over Bride Rovers

One of four county deciders played at MTU Cork’s grounds, Inch grabbed the headlines by making their way back to the senior fold.

Dylan Healy grabs dramatic late goal to send Dungourney past Valley Rovers into PIHC final

Dylan Healy grabs dramatic late goal to send Dungourney past Valley Rovers into PIHC final

Sean Powter after scoring a goal 18/5/2024

Seán Powter opens up - life in Perth, a decade of injuries, and the relief of finally playing pain-free

Strong first half sees Aghada drive past Sars into Intermediate A hurling final

Strong first half sees Aghada drive past Sars into Intermediate A hurling final

Cobh Ramblers playoff push back on track with dominant display in Bray

Cobh Ramblers playoff push back on track with dominant display in Bray

Cork Lives

<p>Author Marion Rose Horgan at the launch of her book, Dognose</p>

Books: My family ties to Cobh go way back... so I set my book here

MARION HORGAN explains how her new book, Dognose, came about, and why it is named after a landmark object in Cork Harbour

Cork man kicked his soccer career into touch to become a nurse

Cork man kicked his soccer career into touch to become a nurse

Wedding of the Week: Cork couple bring plenty of personality to big day

Wedding of the Week: Cork couple bring plenty of personality to big day

My Weekend: West Cork has a spell over me

My Weekend: West Cork has a spell over me

TV: A look inside three Irish houses that are brimming with history

TV: A look inside three Irish houses that are brimming with history

Cork Views

<p>Ciggies have always been heavily taxed, but back in my day, in the 1990s, 20 of them cost around £2.50, and you could get a packet of ten for £1, says John Dolan. </p>

Holy smoke! It will now cost €20 for a pack of cigarettes?

For some, the mooted rise could signal the end of perhaps one of life’s last remaining pleasures for half a million people, writes JOHN DOLAN.

Cork dad recalls day his daughter started speaking again after tumour impacted speech

Cork dad recalls day his daughter started speaking again after tumour impacted speech

John Arnold: Napoleon, William of Orange... and my own take on ‘history’

John Arnold: Napoleon, William of Orange... and my own take on ‘history’

A pensioner adjusting the temperature control on his combi boiler. Redcar, UK. 26/5/2021. Photograph: Stuart Boulton.

Explainer: What you need to know about fuel allowance

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Áilín Quinlan: Nuggets of advice I learned... just by listening, not scrolling

Nostalgia

<p>The Anglum’s Band, from left, Steve Ahern, accordion, Billy Anglum, alto sax, Brendan Guerin, drums, Tommy Courtney, violin, Jerry Anglum, leader /piano</p>

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

This week on Throwback Thursday, JO KERRIGAN hears about the dancing heyday of the Anglum Hall in Glanworth, which was open from 1924 to the 70s

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

Throwback Thursday: Memories of fair day in Midleton in 1930s

Throwback Thursday: Memories of fair day in Midleton in 1930s

WOW

<p>Any hand cream that has perfume and high fragrances in it is not as hydrating as one without, warns Emer. </p>

Emer O'Callaghan: How to look after your hands this autumn

While we all get winter ready, I want to talk about hand care and the importance of being more attentive and mindful of our hands.

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Julie Helen: The simple joy of a good podcast

Best part of my job? Getting to work with important historical records

Best part of my job? Getting to work with important historical records

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Cork mum of six and autism expert shares practical advice for dealing with school avoidance

Cork actor: ‘It’s baffling when people want my autograph’

Cork actor: ‘It’s baffling when people want my autograph’

entertainment

<p>Wasps Vs Humans are creating a buzz around their new album, which is being launched on Saturday, October 3, at the Crane Lane Theatre in Cork City.</p>

Cork duo Wasps Vs Humans launch their second album this weekend

Carl and Linda Plover bring a new installment of their vibrant spoken word and raucous music, and their first on vinyl, writes Ronan Leonard

Weekend Guide: Our pick of the best events in Cork this Saturday and Sunday

Weekend Guide: Our pick of the best events in Cork this Saturday and Sunday

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Clubbers: The Liberty Bar in Cork hosts 40th Open Deck night by Underground Ovation

Theatre Nights: Lots of laughs and folk festival starts

Theatre Nights: Lots of laughs and folk festival starts

Weekend plans? Our guide to what's happening in Cork

Weekend plans? Our guide to what's happening in Cork

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