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<p>The flood defence works are continuing at Morrison's Island and Union Quay. Picture: Larry Cummins.</p>

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Completion date for Cork city flood works pushed back to 2027

The scheme provides for the renewal of the public realm along Morrisons/Fr Matthew Quay, from Parnell Bridge to Parliament Bridge, and the provision of flood protection for 400 properties

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Man pleads guilty to sharing intimate images of former girlfriend online

The 24-year-old defendant, who cannot be named, signed a plea of guilty to the charge

Joe Miskella lauded for magnificent Munster final speech as Gaeilge

cork sport

Joe Miskella lauded for magnificent Munster final speech as Gaeilge

Minor captain was honoured by his former primary school and current secondary school in Ballincollig

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Cork woman: ‘I lost everything...now I’m the happiest I’ve ever been’

Cork woman: ‘I lost everything...now I’m the happiest I’ve ever been’

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Fermoy woman: ‘My career path wasn’t a straight line..I’m proof it doesn’t need to be’

Fermoy woman: ‘My career path wasn’t a straight line..I’m proof it doesn’t need to be’

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Cork nun declared Ireland’s oldest living person at 108

Cork nun declared Ireland’s oldest living person at 108

cork news

Vape. Vaping man in a cloud of vapor. Photo is taken in a vape bar

Cork City Council reviewing 'clusters' of phone, vape and barber shops

Cork News

<p>The population in Cork is growing and ageing, meaning demand for supports such as Meals on Wheels and other services is projected to increase substantially.</p>

Demand for 'vital' Meals on Wheels services expected to rise across Cork

A spokesperson for the HSE said it would work to maintain the service demands over the coming years, despite Cork’s growing and ageing population

Telehandler used in theft of ATM from Bank of Ireland in east Cork

Telehandler used in theft of ATM from Bank of Ireland in east Cork

No date confirmed for testing of Cork bus ticketing system

No date confirmed for testing of Cork bus ticketing system

Tom MacSweeney: Heritage group issues challenge to Cork County Council

Tom MacSweeney: Heritage group issues challenge to Cork County Council

Roy Keane reveals 'lovely chat' with Bruno Fernandes after recent dispute

Roy Keane reveals 'lovely chat' with Bruno Fernandes after recent dispute

cork sport

<p>Could it happen? Spike O'Sullivan wants to bring the grandson of Muhammad Ali back to Croke Park to join the bill for Katie Taylor's grand stand occasion on Sept 5th</p>

Ali back at Croke Park, fighting Cork's O'Sullivan? Make it happen, says Spike

O’Sullivan says putting the most iconic name in the sport’s history up in lights at Croke Park 54 years after Muhammad Ali defeated Alvin Lewis on Jones’ Road makes sentimental, sporting and business sense

Ciarán O'Sullivan on how Ballincollig Basketball Club pulled off a historic double

Ciarán O'Sullivan on how Ballincollig Basketball Club pulled off a historic double

John Kerins finals to take place next Saturday

John Kerins finals to take place next Saturday

Denise O'Sullivan and Megan Connolly after the game 9/6/2026

'I hope we can continue to play in Cork' - Ireland star O'Sullivan vouches for Páirc play-off

2026 GAA Hurling All-Ireland Senior Championship Launch

Not everyone ready for launch - a chance for promotion is missed

Cork Lives

<p>Cork author Neil Tully also works as a dentist. </p>

Person to Person: 'I cook most evenings..I like putting music on and working away'

Neil Tully will be reading his novel at the West Cork Literary Festival next month. He tells us about his first heartbreak, his favourite book, and his signature seven-hour dish.

'We've raised over €20k..that's 200,000 cans and bottles': Cork schools recognised for recycling efforts

'We've raised over €20k..that's 200,000 cans and bottles': Cork schools recognised for recycling efforts

The Pubs of Cork: My pub is like a hub - especially for folk who are isolated

The Pubs of Cork: My pub is like a hub - especially for folk who are isolated

Cork woman: 'My new café is named in honour of my sister..she is my inspiration'

Cork woman: 'My new café is named in honour of my sister..she is my inspiration'

Two Cork poets publish debut collections - in their eighties

Two Cork poets publish debut collections - in their eighties

Cork Views

<p>We also need to do our bit to distance ourselves from AI. I know it can seem the quicker, easier, and cheaper option, but we need to remember that we actually can solve small problems on our own as human beings. File picture</p>

Cork Views: 'The technology created to connect us is in danger of dividing us'

As society grows ever more reliant on tech, JESSICA ANNE ROSE says we must be careful that older generations don’t get left behind, while younger ones also need to rein in their AI use

young woman gets botox injection in her lips

Áilín Quinlan: Face facts, ladies, and abandon this desire for an eternal youth

Kathriona Devereux: Watching kids so engaged with science makes you wish Cork had a permanent home for it

Kathriona Devereux: Watching kids so engaged with science makes you wish Cork had a permanent home for it

Young woman's first day working at a burger restaurant

Cork Views: A summer job will teach your teen much about life

Friends hugging each other

Trevor Laffan: No offence... but I am a fan of the ‘Irish Goodbye’ at parties

Nostalgia

<p>A picture from the archives of post office employees sorting the Christmas mail at the Model School, Cork on December 23, 1955 </p>

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

When you’ve had a long life, the amusing incidents heard or encountered, true or otherwise, along the way can be numerous, writes MIKE HACKETT. Here he relays some of the tales he heard during his time working at the pubic counter for P&T.

Throwback Thursday: 'I still have the pram I got from Kilgrew’s in Cork city'

Throwback Thursday: 'I still have the pram I got from Kilgrew’s in Cork city'

Oasis glory in Cork: Recalling the Gallagher brothers' Leeside gig 30 years ago

Oasis glory in Cork: Recalling the Gallagher brothers' Leeside gig 30 years ago

Throwback Thursday: A stroll through the shops of my town in 1950s

Throwback Thursday: A stroll through the shops of my town in 1950s

Muhammad Ali, Joe Frazier

97 days after 'Fight of the Century', champion boxer failed to draw crowds to concert in Cork

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<p>"Woman having difficulties getting up in the morning. Horizontal framing, shallow depth of field used, adobeRGB photo."</p>

Six changes to make now to improve your sleep this summer

Simple adjustments can significantly reduce the impact of high temperatures on your sleep, writes CAMILLA FOSTER.

Cork Homebot founder: ‘It’s grown faster than we ever imagined’

Cork Homebot founder: ‘It’s grown faster than we ever imagined’

Emer O'Callaghan:I'm not a fan of cosmetic beauty..I don't have any botox or fillers

Emer O'Callaghan:I'm not a fan of cosmetic beauty..I don't have any botox or fillers

Enable Ireland urging people to donate formalwear to Cork stores

Enable Ireland urging people to donate formalwear to Cork stores

Cork businesswoman: ‘Networking can give people the ‘ick’, but it’s about making connections’

Cork businesswoman: ‘Networking can give people the ‘ick’, but it’s about making connections’

entertainment

<p>Molly Lynch with Oklahoma! co-star David James Whelan, and below Main picture: Brian McEvoy</p>

Cork star takes centre stage at Oklahoma!

Actor Molly Lynch tells CARA O’DOHERTY about landing a prized role in musical Oklahoma!, her love for Cork, and her links to a Rebel showband legend.

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

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

Theatre Nights: Free backstage tours and plenty of drama

Theatre Nights: Free backstage tours and plenty of drama

Imelda May: 'I love the vibe at the Marquee in Cork'

Imelda May: 'I love the vibe at the Marquee in Cork'

Rock concert.

Clubbers: Justin Robertson to perform at Savoy in Cork this weekend

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