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<p>Just eight of the combined 19 whole-time-equivalent assessment-of-need and liaison officers have been filled. </p>

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Almost half of assessment of needs team jobs in Cork not filled

While the HSE has said that recruitment is under way to fill these positions, no timeline for when candidates would commence work has been provided.

Unprecedented demand for SVP services across Cork and Kerry in 2025

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Unprecedented demand for SVP services across Cork and Kerry in 2025

Launching the charity’s annual fundraising car draw, the SVP South-West regional president, Mary Frances Behan, said that they received more than 18,600 requests for help in 2025 - a 20% increase on the previous year

'Nothing easy against Nemo' — Castlehaven braced for quarter-final test after defeating Knocknagree

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'Nothing easy against Nemo' — Castlehaven braced for quarter-final test after defeating Knocknagree

Haven won by two points on Sunday at Páirc Uí Rinn

cork lives

The Pubs of Cork: Brothers run Cork bar - 'but our mammy keeps an eye on us'

The Pubs of Cork: Brothers run Cork bar - 'but our mammy keeps an eye on us'

cork views

FAI EGM - Media Conference

Kathriona Devereux: Our soccer heroes must take a stand and boycott Israel games

cork news

Disney dreams come true in Cork for seriously ill children

Disney dreams come true in Cork for seriously ill children

cork news

Mixed conditions in store for Cork, according to latest Met Éireann outlook

Mixed conditions in store for Cork, according to latest Met Éireann outlook

Cork News

<p>Members of the Fermoy Team Hope Shoebox Appeal group: Anne Bartley, Carla Silva, Mary Moloney and António Silva</p>

Cork group coordinating shoebox donations makes urgent plea for warehouse space

Space provided in previous years is now unavailable and organisers say unless they can locate new accommodation in which to pack and store their boxes prior to dispatch, then hundreds of children may not receive their shoeboxes this year.

Cork's Holly Cairns to miss start of Dáil term following medical advice

Cork's Holly Cairns to miss start of Dáil term following medical advice

€7.5m enhancement of English Market among 12 Cork projects to receive funding boost

€7.5m enhancement of English Market among 12 Cork projects to receive funding boost

Tributes paid to 'wonderful' Cork-based former judge Uinsin MacGruairc following his death

Tributes paid to 'wonderful' Cork-based former judge Uinsin MacGruairc following his death

No extra carriages to tackle high volumes on East Cork route, says Irish Rail

No extra carriages to tackle high volumes on East Cork route, says Irish Rail

cork sport

<p>Referee James Regan, accompanied by Alan Nolan (St. Michael's) and Aaron Browne (Nemo Rangers) before their JAFC clash in Ballinlough.</p>

St Michael’s book their spot in the play-off series of the Seandún JAFC with victory over Nemo Rangers

St. Michael’s made the most of the elements in the opening half as they played a more open game, while the Trabeg side were more dependent on scores from frees.

Ballinora seal first P1 U16 Hurling Championship title in style with late flurry against Ballyhea/Milford

Ballinora seal first P1 U16 Hurling Championship title in style with late flurry against Ballyhea/Milford

Ryan Crean stars as Glen Rovers capture U16 Premier 1 Hurling Challenge Cup title

Ryan Crean stars as Glen Rovers capture U16 Premier 1 Hurling Challenge Cup title

Next week's AGM will set the tone for the boxing year ahead with several hugely significant events planned over the next 12 months

Next week's AGM will set the tone for the boxing year ahead with several hugely significant events planned over the next 12 months

Youth League Roundup: Goals galore in games between Corkbeg and Lakewood and Wilton and Fermoy

Youth League Roundup: Goals galore in games between Corkbeg and Lakewood and Wilton and Fermoy

Cork Lives

<p>Maanadh brought his show, From Mumbai To Cork Bai, to the Dublin Fringe Festival earlier this month. </p>

Person to Person: 'I'm a data scientist by day and a comedian by night..it's like having an alter ego'

Cork comedian Maanadh on making a life for himself Leeside, his two distinct job roles, what makes him happy, and his proudest moment.

Work of Bandon family to feature on new TV series

Work of Bandon family to feature on new TV series

How a disused church became a cultural hub in North Cork town

How a disused church became a cultural hub in North Cork town

Books: Colourful characters abound in novella's romp through Cork city

Books: Colourful characters abound in novella's romp through Cork city

Taking a jaunt down the Blackwater to see Ireland’s Millionaires’ Row

Taking a jaunt down the Blackwater to see Ireland’s Millionaires’ Row

Cork Views

<p>Wanting a dog and being ready to house one are two different things. Picture: iStock</p>

Thinking about getting a dog? Here's what you need to think about first

Responsible dog ownership means planning for your pet’s whole life, says Fiona Charles, Country Manager, Agria Ireland, who has advice on how people can prepare their home for a dog

Assisted Dying Bill

Trevor Laffan: The moral dilemmas prompted by the issue of assisted dying

U.S. Presidential Portraits

John Dolan: The day Cork gave a mighty snub to a visiting US President

Cork TD: 'I don't want my story to be about 'beating' epilepsy..I haven't beaten anything'

Cork TD: 'I don't want my story to be about 'beating' epilepsy..I haven't beaten anything'

John Arnold: Mystery of life and death of a Cork emigrant is finally solved

John Arnold: Mystery of life and death of a Cork emigrant is finally solved

Nostalgia

<p>The interior of Kealy’s Bar in Faulkner’s Lane, off Patrick Street, Cork, in April, 1959. It was a popular haunt for students, and printers who worked at the nearby Echo and Examiner building</p>

Throwback Thursday: A toast to the lost pubs of Cork

This week in Throwback Thursday, JO KERRIGAN remembers the pubs that have closed up in Cork city, including The Viscount, The Celtic, and Bantry Bar.

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

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

Throwback Thursday: Do you recognise any of these extras from the Moby Dick film set in Cork?

Throwback Thursday: Do you recognise any of these extras from the Moby Dick film set in Cork?

Throwback Thursday: 'Five generations of our family have gone on holiday to Courtmac’

Throwback Thursday: 'Five generations of our family have gone on holiday to Courtmac’

Throwback Thursday: Responding to a 22-year-old letter with memories of Moby Dick

Throwback Thursday: Responding to a 22-year-old letter with memories of Moby Dick

WOW

<p>Emer O’Callaghan wearing the spring/summer hit colour, a buttermilk yellow dress, from Ruby Rouge Boutique, make-up is Master Colors Paris, available at Emerald Beauty Clinic, 021 4365949. Postage options available</p>

Emer O'Callaghan: Bringing out the beauty inside you

We all have a choice every morning on what attitude we are going to have that day. I choose my attitude like I choose my clothes, and I always like to practice gratitude.

Back pain? 5 shoes to avoid and trending alternatives to wear instead

5 shoes to avoid if you have back pain... and what to wear instead

8 simple ways to reset your wellbeing this September

8 simple ways to reset your wellbeing this September

Cork woman: ‘Palliative care is not what you think... it can be about living well’

Cork woman: ‘Palliative care is not what you think... it can be about living well’

Julie Helen: Congrats to Pat Kinsella..Cork schools are so much richer because of his work

Julie Helen: Congrats to Pat Kinsella..Cork schools are so much richer because of his work

entertainment

<p>Grian Chatten of Fontaines DC performs at Electric Picnic 2026. They play Slane next year. <span class="contextmenu emphasis CaptionCredit"> Picture: Debbie Hickey/Getty Images</span>
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Stevie G: Fontaines for Slane – we’re in a great era for Irish music

Only two Irish bands had previously headlined Slane, and the Fontaines now join U2 and Thin Lizzy

Catch Tyra-Lee Spry fresh from Electric Picnic as she performs in Cork

Catch Tyra-Lee Spry fresh from Electric Picnic as she performs in Cork

West Cork Studios founder: 'These films have put us on the map'

West Cork Studios founder: 'These films have put us on the map'

Weekend Guide: Laura Dowling, Steely Dan tribute, and singles festival among highlights in Cork

Weekend Guide: Laura Dowling, Steely Dan tribute, and singles festival among highlights in Cork

Hermitage Green preforming at Bulmers Live at Leopardstown 9/7/2015

Theatre Nights: Packed season ahead at Macroom's Briery Gap

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<p>Students at St Patrick’s College Cork, which is co-educational across all junior cycle year groups for the first time this year. </p>

St Patrick's College Cork: New facilities, new subjects, and every Leaving Cert student progressing to college

Open Night at St Patrick's College Cork: Monday 21st September 2026, 6pm–8pm, Principal’s address at 7pm

Ashton School – A part of Cork’s proud heritage

Ashton School – A part of Cork’s proud heritage

Big Beach Clean 2026: Final call to join 7,000 Clean Coasts volunteers

Big Beach Clean 2026: Final call to join 7,000 Clean Coasts volunteers

CS Skoda September 2026

In every hidden detail, Tapestry for Ireland captures who we are

When it comes to supporting education for children with special needs, every little helps a lot

When it comes to supporting education for children with special needs, every little helps a lot

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