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<p>Sergeant Gearóid Davis said directions in the case would be sought from the Director of Public Prosecutions. </p>

cork news

'I want to pay the consequences': Cork man accused of assaulting woman declines bail

One of the three charges against the defendant refers to the production of a kitchen knife

Email submissions on demolition of old Cork Prison to be accepted

cork news

Email submissions on demolition of old Cork Prison to be accepted

While the closing date of tomorrow remains in place, email submissions on the plans will now be accepted by the Irish Prison Service.

Tim O'Mahony dejected 20/7/2025

cork sport

Cork hurlers know by now everyone wants them to fall flat on their faces, they'll ignore the distractions

Ringmahon Rangers' decision to forfeit an FAI Cup game against Bohs was the latest stray bullet the Rebels caught

cork views

Have a loved one in the US? People in Cork invited to share stories of their journeys to America

Have a loved one in the US? People in Cork invited to share stories of their journeys to America

nostalgia

Throwback Thursday: My mother’s treasure trove of memories stored in an old teapot...

Throwback Thursday: My mother’s treasure trove of memories stored in an old teapot...

cork news

Mother Jones festival celebrates Cork woman who became a celebrated union activist in the US

Mother Jones festival celebrates Cork woman who became a celebrated union activist in the US

cork news

Protest march to take place in opposition to rezoning of Cork city land earmarked for housing

Protest march to take place in opposition to rezoning of Cork city land earmarked for housing

Cork News

<p>The incident, involving a van and a car, occurred in the eastbound lane of the N40 on Thursday afternoon. Picture: Larry Cummins</p>

Jack Lynch Tunnel fully reopened after earlier collision

One person was treated at the scene of the collision, before being taken to Cork University Hospital

Judge David Waters hopes 'wise heads will prevail' in criminal legal aid dispute

Judge David Waters hopes 'wise heads will prevail' in criminal legal aid dispute

Plans lodged with Cork County Council for solar farm near Cloyne

Plans lodged with Cork County Council for solar farm near Cloyne

Number of inmates at Cork Prison drops amid ongoing legal aid dispute

Number of inmates at Cork Prison drops amid ongoing legal aid dispute

Cork trolley figures increase by 53% over the past year

Cork trolley figures increase by 53% over the past year

cork sport

<p>Former Cork players Charlie McCarthy and Kevin Cummins, who captained the minors in 1964 to victory over Laois at the All-Ireland hurling final against Clare at Croke Park. Picture: Eddie O'Hare</p>

Cork legend Charlie McCarthy on terrific Rebel support, what it takes to lift Liam MacCarthy and modern hurling

Gifted forward McCarthy won all of hurling's top honours with St Finbarr's and his county

West Cork Stars Selected to Represent Ireland at 2026 Tag Rugby World Cup in Australia

West Cork Stars Selected to Represent Ireland at 2026 Tag Rugby World Cup in Australia

Golfer Mark Gazi wins second Douglas Senior Scratch Cup

Golfer Mark Gazi wins second Douglas Senior Scratch Cup

Keith Ricken's steady hand guides Cork minors into All-Ireland decider

Keith Ricken's steady hand guides Cork minors into All-Ireland decider

County Football League finals start with Division 5 and 7 showdowns

County Football League finals start with Division 5 and 7 showdowns

Cork Lives

<p>Artist Monica Jones has launched a creative art studio in Baltimore, White Willow Studio. Picture: Clare Keogh </p>

Person to Person: 'I grew up in a lively household where creativity and storytelling were part of everyday life'

Cork artist Monica Jones on her earliest memory, her proudest moment, and her latest project.

Cork man scaled summit before completing Everest Marathon to raise money for CUMH neonatal unit

Cork man scaled summit before completing Everest Marathon to raise money for CUMH neonatal unit

The Pubs of Cork: 'The bar is like another Men's Shed in the town'

The Pubs of Cork: 'The bar is like another Men's Shed in the town'

'All the local people got behind us': Cork woman opens cafe in community she grew up in

'All the local people got behind us': Cork woman opens cafe in community she grew up in

Cork poet who taught Kneecap star lands documentary on BBC

Cork poet who taught Kneecap star lands documentary on BBC

Cork Views

<p>Sr Colette Hickey and John Arnold in December, 2024. She died last week aged 108</p>

John Arnold: At my last meeting with Sr Colette she said 'God might call me'

John Arnold met Sr Colette Hickey for the first time when she was 100-years-old and said he considers himself lucky to had been able to visit her in recent years.

Áilín Quinlan: Frazzled by a heatwave... how on earth will we cope with 38C?

Áilín Quinlan: Frazzled by a heatwave... how on earth will we cope with 38C?

My love story in Cork that ended in heartache

My love story in Cork that ended in heartache

Low Section Of Woman Walking On Road In Mountains

Cork doctor: Are there benefits to taking a stroll after you eat?

Pouring hot English tea into white ceramic tea cup

Cork Views: If I can make a cup of tea when the world feels like it's ending, I'm ok

Nostalgia

<p>Mary MacSwiney, sister of Terence MacSwiney, at Mountjoy Prison in Dublin during his hunger strike. Her brother Terence died at Brixton Prison in London after a hunger-strike of 74 days Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images</p>

Mary MacSwiney: ‘A life motivated as much by love as her political ideals’

Terence MacSwiney’s grandson, Cathal Brugha MacSwiney, and author Leeann Lane talk to LINDA KENNY about the extraordinary life of Mary MacSwiney.

Throwback Thursday: Memory of dad's coffin being hoisted from Innisfallen etched in my mind

Throwback Thursday: Memory of dad's coffin being hoisted from Innisfallen etched in my mind

100 years on from tragic inferno at Dromcollogher cinema

100 years on from tragic inferno at Dromcollogher cinema

Throwback Thursday: Memories of my driving test across city’s bridges

Throwback Thursday: Memories of my driving test across city’s bridges

Cork's National Monument...and the friendship that helped to build it

Cork's National Monument...and the friendship that helped to build it

WOW

<p>Katherine O’Donnell is involved in a panel discussion, Beyond the Rainbow, at the West Cork Literary Festival on July 15.</p>

Katherine O'Donnell: ‘I learned so much about a country that I thought I already knew well’

Writer, academic and activist, Katherine O’Donnell will return to Cork this month where she will be taking part in a panel discussion at the West Cork Literary Festival. Ahead of the event, she chats to MARGARET DONNELLAN about her work on the history of ideas, her activism, and what she believes we need to make sure Ireland’s progress doesn’t slide backwards.

‘I’m not your typical public-facing business woman... I work in the background’

‘I’m not your typical public-facing business woman... I work in the background’

Julie Helen: Accessibility at gigs in Cork is changing...for the better

Julie Helen: Accessibility at gigs in Cork is changing...for the better

'I was on the canvas trail as a five-year-old': Young Cork woman elected to FF's National Executive

'I was on the canvas trail as a five-year-old': Young Cork woman elected to FF's National Executive

My Career: ‘I meet people preparing to retire... it’s a huge life switch’

My Career: ‘I meet people preparing to retire... it’s a huge life switch’

entertainment

<p>Majella Cullagh as Mother Abbess in the Opera House production of The Sound of Music, during a photoshoot at Fota House. It opens on July 23</p>

Theatre Nights: Musical blockbuster, opera show, and festivals in Cork

Jo Kerrigan looks at the festivals, must-see shows and activities on Cork stages for the coming week.

Club, disco DJ playing and mixing music for people. Nightlife

Clubbers: High Tempo night at The Pav this weekend

Check out the sounds of ANT-1 at Dali tonight

Check out the sounds of ANT-1 at Dali tonight

Weekend plans? Here's our top picks for events in Cork this Saturday and Sunday

Weekend plans? Here's our top picks for events in Cork this Saturday and Sunday

Swarmfest! The Savoy in Cork will be buzzing today as young acts take to the stage

Swarmfest! The Savoy in Cork will be buzzing today as young acts take to the stage

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<p>Bord Gáis Energy continues to invest significantly in renewables, and has been offering solar PV installations since 2023</p>

From powering the country to empowering its people

Why 50 years of Bord Gáis Energy is something for all to celebrate

Say cheese, think Kerrygold: A new range of cheeses guaranteed to put a smile on your face

Say cheese, think Kerrygold: A new range of cheeses guaranteed to put a smile on your face

Young woman managing finances at home with phone and piggy bank

Government Personal Investment Account must target mainstream savers

Powering performance: South East Technological University is shaping sporting success

Powering performance: South East Technological University is shaping sporting success

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Safe2Eat 2026: Helping Irish people make safer, smarter food choices this summer

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