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<p>Noel Long (pictured above in 2023 ) had pleaded not guilty to murdering 54-year-old Mrs Sheehan between June 6 and June 12, 1981 at an unknown place within the State. Picture: Collins Courts. </p>

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Cold case killer Noel Long launches bid to overturn conviction for murdering Cork woman Nora Sheehan 44 years ago

In August 2023, the State was successful in pursuing the oldest murder prosecution in Irish history, with a jury unanimously accepting the prosecution case that Long was guilty of murder.

Uisce Éireann to begin work on new water plant for North Cork

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Uisce Éireann to begin work on new water plant for North Cork

The existing wastewater infrastructure dates back to the 1950s and consists of a septic tank that is designed for a population equivalent of 50.

Cork v Tipperary - Allianz Hurling League Division 1A

cork sport

Cork GAA: Hurlers in pole position for league final but can footballers final complete promotion drive?

Stephen Barry on the state of play after three unbeaten games in each code

cork lives

'I know all my customers by their first name': Power's celebrates 100 years of trade in village

'I know all my customers by their first name': Power's celebrates 100 years of trade in village

cork views

close-up hand using phone in night time on street

Trevor Laffan: 9 signs you have nomophobia - the fear of not having a working mobile

cork news

Phone in bed at night. Man with smartphone before sleeping. Secret texting, cheating or working late. Happy guy browsing online

Cork TD says Coco's Law amendment will show 'zero tolerance' for AI fakes

cork news

In pictures: Cork NS campaigns to raise funds for astro-turf pitch

In pictures: Cork NS campaigns to raise funds for astro-turf pitch

Cork News

<p>The status yellow rain warning for Cork will remain in place until 11pm on Wednesday. Picture: Larry Cummins</p>

More rain on the way as Met Éireann issues fresh status yellow warning for Cork

The forecaster has issued the alert for Cork, Waterford, Carlow, Kilkenny, Wexford, Wicklow, and Dublin from 11pm on Tuesday.

Decorative Scales of Justice in the Courtroom

Cork man gets eight years' jail after attacking wife with boiling water and claw hammer

20260209 Cork City FC Pre Season Press Conference

Cork City FC and Crann Centre renew partnership

Gavel, scales of justice and law books

Sentencing put back to March in Cork burglary case

Cork City Council considers buying Keatings site for housing

Cork City Council considers buying Keatings site for housing

cork sport

<p>Cork Boxing: Mike O'Donovan, David Burke and Will Rossall with Keelan Holden after his Munster Championship win in Dungarvan. </p>

Cork Lord Mayor Fergal Dennehy backs calls for international boxing to return to the City Hall

Leeside's first citizen has already held preliminary talks with the CEO of the Irish Athletic Boxing Association Gary Stuart and officers of the Cork county boxing board.

The Echo Sport Podcast: Cork footballers need fans behind them for Meath showdown

The Echo Sport Podcast: Cork footballers need fans behind them for Meath showdown

Hayley Ryan and Vikki Falconer in action 13/2/2026

Camogie Ger Manley happy overall despite defeat as new-look Cork get underway

Cheltenham Racing Festival - Day One

A year on from tragic loss, Alan O’Sullivan doing his best to honour brother Michael

Ballyphehane bring down Knockainey to reach Munster Junior B final

Ballyphehane bring down Knockainey to reach Munster Junior B final

Cork Lives

<p>Milk and eggs were put to good use before Lent by wily housewives to make pancakes, giving us the tradition we have today. </p>

Two tasty pancake recipes for Shrove Tuesday

DI CURTIN provides two mouth-watering pancake recipes to try at home - one sweet, the other savoury

TV: Cork singleton Richie woos Dublin pole dancer

TV: Cork singleton Richie woos Dublin pole dancer

TV: Cork links to Canada and US explored

TV: Cork links to Canada and US explored

Plot twist! Cork author meets book club who love his novel

Plot twist! Cork author meets book club who love his novel

Fruitful time for Cork jam business founded by two women in the 1980s

Fruitful time for Cork jam business founded by two women in the 1980s

Cork Views

<p class="contextmenu internal_Caption">SUCCESS STORY: Catherine Ryan Howard. <span class="contextmenu emphasis CaptionCredit">Picture: Moya Nolan</span>
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Two Cork writers hit TV jackpot with stories of love

As Cork celebrates St Valentine’s Day, let’s raise a toast to two Cork writers whose passion projects are really putting the Rebel County on the map, writes JOHN DOLAN.

John Arnold: A Cork dynasty ends, as last Devonshire ‘duke’ laid to rest

John Arnold: A Cork dynasty ends, as last Devonshire ‘duke’ laid to rest

Why I am breaking up with my phone

Why I am breaking up with my phone

Gerry Adams: Let’s talk about a united Ireland in Cork

Gerry Adams: Let’s talk about a united Ireland in Cork

'Soon, we will lose our Molly for good.. the grief will be intense'

'Soon, we will lose our Molly for good.. the grief will be intense'

Nostalgia

<p class="contextmenu internal_Caption">Pictured is Cork’s City Hall which was opened in the 1930s. The original building was destroyed in the Burning of Cork. Picture: Denis Minihane</p>

The journey to building Cork's City Hall...and how it was almost developed at another location

JOHN O’ SULLIVAN looks back at the long journey to developing City Hall and details how newspaper reports show the building was almost developed at an entirely different location.

Throwback Thursday: Picture brought back memories of my brother who drowned in Cobh

Throwback Thursday: Picture brought back memories of my brother who drowned in Cobh

Meet the collectors who have amassed 100,000 match programmes, coins and thimbles

Meet the collectors who have amassed 100,000 match programmes, coins and thimbles

Throwback Thursday: Pies and pints...Life of a Cork barman in ’70s

Throwback Thursday: Pies and pints...Life of a Cork barman in ’70s

'Sunlight bounced off his robes like an apparition': The day Cork pupils met the Pope on school tour

'Sunlight bounced off his robes like an apparition': The day Cork pupils met the Pope on school tour

WOW

<p>The theme of this year's event is #GiveToGain, with organisers calling on participants to help forge gender equality through abundant giving.</p>

WoW Views: What does International Women’s Day mean to you?

The theme of this year’s event is #GiveToGain, with organisers calling on participants to help forge gender equality through abundant giving.

Emer O'Callaghan: A time for love this Valentine’s Day

Emer O'Callaghan: A time for love this Valentine’s Day

Inside the Cork club providing a new social outlet for women

Inside the Cork club providing a new social outlet for women

Network Ireland West Cork to host ‘own the spotlight’ panel event

Network Ireland West Cork to host ‘own the spotlight’ panel event

Offended millennial couple avoid talking after fight

Relationship expert: ‘We change all the time...talking is key in relationships’

entertainment

<p>Laura Elizabeth Hughes is at Sea Church in Ballycotton on Saturday. </p>

Weekend plans? Check out our top picks of some of the great events taking place in Cork

Whether you fancy a night at the theatre, a good gig, or something a bit different, there's plenty happening in Cork this Valentine's Weekend.

'He was a maverick, a true original': Triskel season salutes German film-maker

'He was a maverick, a true original': Triskel season salutes German film-maker

Stevie G: Primetime leaves incredible legacy as closure looms for Cork streetwear store

Stevie G: Primetime leaves incredible legacy as closure looms for Cork streetwear store

Film Review: Wuthering Heights is pulsating, savage, wildly sexy, and full of torment

Film Review: Wuthering Heights is pulsating, savage, wildly sexy, and full of torment

Theatre nights: Search for Cork's greatest orator, comedy, and plenty of drama

Theatre nights: Search for Cork's greatest orator, comedy, and plenty of drama

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<p>Running to raise money for charity: Runners taking part in the 2025 Marathon in Cork City. Additional places are available to participate in the 2026 Analog Devices Cork City Marathon. Photo: David Creedon</p>

Charity places available for Cork City Marathon

A number of charity places are now available for the sold-out 2026 Analog Devices Cork City Marathon, which takes place on Sunday, May 31

Turning risk into reward: Top business risks in 2026

Turning risk into reward: Top business risks in 2026

Top tips to protect Ireland's plant health

Top tips to protect Ireland's plant health

River Boyne in County Meath, Ireland.

Water matters: protecting Ireland’s most precious resource

Turning AI ambition into action: Dell Technologies leads the way

Turning AI ambition into action: Dell Technologies leads the way

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