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<p>There were 6,010 driving test applicants waiting for a test across all Cork driving test centres at the end of last month.</p>

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More than 6,000 people waiting for a driving test at Cork centres

Road Safety Authority said the national average waiting time for a driving test stood at 11.9 weeks at the end of April, with some Cork centres coming in below that

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Dublin man facing charges over alleged stash of drugs and cash discovered in Cork

Judge says charges against Christopher McCudden will be struck out if directions from DPP are not available by October

Cork v Tipperary - GAA Hurling All-Ireland Senior Championship Final

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Robbie O'Flynn added to Cork hurlers' injury list

Attacker out for a few weeks with hamstring issue

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Ava McAuliffe and Amy Sheppard celebrate their team’s goal 17/5/2026

Cork hammer Kilkenny to land their first All-Ireland U23 title

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Declan Dalton offers a reminder of his class to power Fr O'Neill's to victory over St Finbarr's

Declan Dalton offers a reminder of his class to power Fr O'Neill's to victory over St Finbarr's

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Cork County Council awards €50k in funding for circular economy projects

Cork County Council awards €50k in funding for circular economy projects

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Planning sought for 300-unit residential scheme in Cork suburb

Planning sought for 300-unit residential scheme in Cork suburb

Cork News

<p> Jason and Amy Barry at their home in Cobh, holding a teddy bear made from clothes bought in preparation for the arrival of their son Connie. Picture: Chani Anderson.</p>

'Maybe Connie will help to save a life', say Cork couple whose son was 'born sleeping'

Last week, Cork University Maternity Hospital apologised to the parents of a baby boy who was stillborn days before a planned induction, after “missed opportunities” in care. Donal O'Keeffe spoke with baby Connie's parents

First direct shipping route between Cork and New York secured

First direct shipping route between Cork and New York secured

Man who pointed knife at woman on Cork city street believed she was a demon with vampire fangs

Man who pointed knife at woman on Cork city street believed she was a demon with vampire fangs

Garda stock

Call for increased front-line garda presence in Cork city suburb

Man stole cash from behind counter of Cork language school

Man stole cash from behind counter of Cork language school

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<p>Cork's Tom Whooley and Clare's Tristan O'Loughlin in action. Picture: Eamon Ward</p>

Cork minors reveal team for Munster final against Kerry

Rebels looking to win the title for the first time since 2022 at Páirc Uí Rinn tomorrow evening

Peter Casey and Jamie Barron in action 17/5/2026

Hurling championship: Key dates for Cork fans with seven counties left in All-Ireland series

Patrick Horgan and Dean Brosnan fire Glen Rovers to league win over Douglas

Patrick Horgan and Dean Brosnan fire Glen Rovers to league win over Douglas

RedFM Hurling League: Sars finish well to see off Carrigtwohill

RedFM Hurling League: Sars finish well to see off Carrigtwohill

Division 1 HL: Charleville back on track with big win over Killeagh

Division 1 HL: Charleville back on track with big win over Killeagh

Cork Lives

<p>Author Rob O’Donnell, 34, wanted to be a musician performing in De Barras in Clonakilty - but got to launch his debut novel in the venue</p>

Books: I dropped medicine for poetry, but my parents were supportive

As he launches his debut novel, RP O’Donnell tells COLETTE SHERIDAN about his American roots, telling his parents about his college switch, and moving to West Cork.

TV: Cork clocks expert is man of his time

TV: Cork clocks expert is man of his time

Wedding bells for Cork couple who met online

Wedding bells for Cork couple who met online

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TV sport round-up: FA Cup glory... and a host of GAA and golf

My Weekend: Friday is my rest day..I like to spend it catching up with friends

My Weekend: Friday is my rest day..I like to spend it catching up with friends

Cork Views

<p>An artist’s impression of how a small nuclear power plant could look in the Irish landscape</p>

John Dolan: Imagine the blowback if they built a nuclear plant in Cork...

Any decision on where to locate Ireland’s first nuclear power plant would be highly political. It may bring lots of jobs to a region, but the stigma attached to it among those deeply suspicious of the energy source would risk a huge localised blowback.

Cork town’s mission to create a biodiversity haven united community

Cork town’s mission to create a biodiversity haven united community

Austria wins 69th Eurovision song contest with Wasted Love

John Dolan: I’m new to this boycotting, am I allowed to watch Eurovision?

Teens in circle holding smart mobile phones - Multicultural young people using cellphones outside - Teenagers addicted to new te

John Arnold: I love to talk, but everyone was on their phone

Woman preparing quinoa vegetable mix cooked in a frying pan

Áilín Quinlan: At last, I’ve found stress relief - it’s called Mindful Cooking

Nostalgia

<p>Jim Young leads the Cork team as the Cork and Tipperary teams parade before the National Hurling League Final at Croke Park, Dublin on 31 October 1948.</p>

Is Jim Young Cork’s best ever sportsman?

DIARMUID O’DONOVAN looks back at the life and sporting achievements of the late Dr Jim Young who, he says, was not only one of Cork’s greatest Gaelic players, but achieved so much in other disciplines.

Throwback Thursday: Memories of Kent station ...and the man who missed seeing the Beatles

Throwback Thursday: Memories of Kent station ...and the man who missed seeing the Beatles

Remembering Con and my brief stint as Jack’s gaffer in Cork

Remembering Con and my brief stint as Jack’s gaffer in Cork

Throwback Thursday: I bought my house in 1978... for £14,200

Throwback Thursday: I bought my house in 1978... for £14,200

Almost 190 years of Cork’s beloved Barracka band

Almost 190 years of Cork’s beloved Barracka band

WOW

<p>Emer suggests that waxing might be a better option for some instead of shaving. </p>

Emer O'Callaghan: Your summer beauty questions answered

From sensitive skin to dealing with ticklish feet, EMER O'CALLAGHAN on the summer beauty questions she's asked at this time of year.

Cork writer: ‘I love small town lore...being part of the community’

Cork writer: ‘I love small town lore...being part of the community’

Businesswoman and businessman HR manager interviewing woman

Julie Helen: I felt nervous about the journey, but not the interview itself

Cork etiquette expert: ‘I think there’s a shift to putting away the phones’

Cork etiquette expert: ‘I think there’s a shift to putting away the phones’

My Career: ‘Raising three small kids while working full-time was my biggest challenge’

My Career: ‘Raising three small kids while working full-time was my biggest challenge’

entertainment

<p>Clara Crichton in a scene from Once Upon A Time In A Cinema. It meant her taking a month off school while filming took place. Picture: Sean Curtin</p>

'I found the casting call on Instagram': Douglas teen wowing audiences with new film

Clara Crichton tells CARA O’DOHERTY about her debut role in a new Irish film set in the 1980s. “I’d love to keep doing it forever,” she says

What's happening in Cork this weekend?

What's happening in Cork this weekend?

Theatre Nights: Shows galore, plus two Cork festivals

Theatre Nights: Shows galore, plus two Cork festivals

Sound Signature at The Savoy the big Parrish Party!

Sound Signature at The Savoy the big Parrish Party!

Abbie Lee joins the Sound Signature Party at The Savoy

Abbie Lee joins the Sound Signature Party at The Savoy

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Step into nature during National Biodiversity Week

Step into nature during National Biodiversity Week

55 years of Cork Simon Soup Run: The light that has never gone out

55 years of Cork Simon Soup Run: The light that has never gone out

Yuno Energy is powering ahead thanks to a relentless focus on customer service

Yuno Energy is powering ahead thanks to a relentless focus on customer service

How to get involved in Bike Week 2026

How to get involved in Bike Week 2026

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