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<p>Adam Corcoran went on trial on the charge of murdering mother of two, Deana Walsh at their home at John Barry House, Midleton on August 2, 2024, and with arson of the apartment. Picture: Larry Cummins.</p>

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Cork man charged with murder of partner told gardaí she stabbed herself, court hears

Deana Walsh was found at her burning apartment in Midleton with 11 stab wounds, including one to her chest that was 11.5 centimetres deep

Man in prison hands of behind hold Steel cage jail bars. offender criminal locked in jail.

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Cork man who posed as ISPCA inspector to burgle woman's home has jail term extended

The sentence for duping the elderly woman he had seen earlier walking her dog and then burgling her home, was made consecutive because this and two other burglaries were committed after David Cronin had been charged with the crime on which he is serving four years.

Cork boxers attention now turn to the national championships at the National Stadium

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Cork boxers attention now turn to the national championships at the National Stadium

These championships will be contested over three weekends, with two rings available at the famed South Circular Road venue.

cork lives

Cork entrepreneur embarks on new challenge with fitness business

Cork entrepreneur embarks on new challenge with fitness business

cork views

Last will and testament form with gavel

Trevor Laffan: A 9-year wrangle over a will, and a house still lying empty

cork news

Cork City FC means ‘more than just 90 minutes’ to supporters

Cork City FC means ‘more than just 90 minutes’ to supporters

cork news

Scales of justice and Gavel on wooden table and Lawyer or Judge working with agreement in Courtroom, Justice and Law concept

Cork man who admitted possessing €70k worth of cannabis has sentencing adjourned

Cork News

<p>Excavation works are ongoing in the Maryborough and Carr's Hill areas as part of the M28 Cork to Ringaskiddy road project.</p>

Works continuing apace on M28 Cork to Ringaskiddy scheme

Construction of the new link road between the existing and the proposed western roundabouts is scheduled to begin next week, marking the next phase of works in this area.

Roy Keane mural heralds opening of new burger franchise in Cork city

Roy Keane mural heralds opening of new burger franchise in Cork city

Tickets on sale this week for Imelda May's Cork gig at the Marquee

Tickets on sale this week for Imelda May's Cork gig at the Marquee

Person heating their hands at home over a domestic portable radiator in winter

Fuel allowance to be paid to another 4,780 Cork homes this week

Garda stock

Cork gardaí arrest five motorists in 24 hours for drug-driving

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<p>TIGHT: Alan Walsh of Cork and Sean Finn of Limerick in action during their Allianz Hurling League Division 1A, TUS Gaelic Grounds, Limerick. <span class="contextmenu emphasis CaptionCredit">Picture: INPHO/James Lawlor</span>
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John Horgan on hurling: Lethal Limerick showed us where Cork need to improve

One consolation for Rebels after the disappointing fourth quarter at TUS Gaelic Grounds was there are a host of big names to return

The Echo Sport Podcast: Limerick raging favourites for the All-Ireland now after blitzing Cork...

The Echo Sport Podcast: Limerick raging favourites for the All-Ireland now after blitzing Cork...

Glanmire's Emer Dunne picked in Irish basketball squad

Glanmire's Emer Dunne picked in Irish basketball squad

Limerick v Cork - Allianz Hurling League Division 1A

Cork Hurling: Green flags provide difference for Limerick again

Cork Basketball: Relegation battle goes down to the wire for Neptune and UCC Demons

Cork Basketball: Relegation battle goes down to the wire for Neptune and UCC Demons

Cork Lives

<p class="contextmenu internal_Caption">Kate, Ross and family in Home Of The Year</p>

TV: Cork house a contender in RTÉ show

The Cork house is up against properties in Kerry and Dublin in the episode.

Books: My novel is set in the streets of Cork city where I grew up

Books: My novel is set in the streets of Cork city where I grew up

WATCH: Couples turn their hands to making own wedding rings at Cork workshop

WATCH: Couples turn their hands to making own wedding rings at Cork workshop

Cork student: ‘Look for the opportunities and step out of your comfort zone’

Cork student: ‘Look for the opportunities and step out of your comfort zone’

My Weekend: 'I've turned my hobby into a business. I love it'

My Weekend: 'I've turned my hobby into a business. I love it'

Cork Views

<p class="contextmenu internal_Caption">PROUD SON OF CORK: Frank O’Connor at Cobh upon his return from the USA in 1961.</p>

Saluting Frank O’Connor, 60 years after his death

On the anniversary of the death of one of Cork’s favourite writer sons, Frank O’Connor, FERDIA FOLEY remembers the life and times of the Leeside icon

John Dolan: If a student can get compo for covid, 5 million of us should!

John Dolan: If a student can get compo for covid, 5 million of us should!

Roots through Routes: A Cork fitness route that connects us with our heritage

Roots through Routes: A Cork fitness route that connects us with our heritage

John Arnold: Mam bought a deep-freezer..there was only one problem - no-one had measured it

John Arnold: Mam bought a deep-freezer..there was only one problem - no-one had measured it

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Áilín Quinlan: 3 hawks circling overhead, is this a symbol of some kind?

Nostalgia

<p>Instructions for cooking sheep tongue feature in the book. </p>

Recipe collection compiled by woman in Cork 100 years ago is uncovered

A manuscript recipe collection, compiled 100 years ago, recently came through the doors of a library in Cork city. RICHARD FORREST shares details of its unusual contents.

Throwback Thursday: ‘Connie Dodgers’ took the biscuit in Cork...

Throwback Thursday: ‘Connie Dodgers’ took the biscuit in Cork...

‘More than just a club...it is a lifeline’: Mayfield Ladies Club nearing 60th anniversary

‘More than just a club...it is a lifeline’: Mayfield Ladies Club nearing 60th anniversary

Infant Of Prague

Throwback Thursday: 59 days of rain...should we bury the Infant of Prague?

'Disaster struck.. and petrol seeped into our instant mash in the boot': Recalling Cork school's epic European tour

'Disaster struck.. and petrol seeped into our instant mash in the boot': Recalling Cork school's epic European tour

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<p>Mary Hopkins, founder of Hopkins Communications, who passed away in September. </p>

Judy Hopkins: ‘Giving was my mum’s superpower’

As International Women’s Day approached this year, JUDY HOPKINS found herself thinking about her mother, Mary Hopkins, who passed away in September. Here, she remembers her and reflects on the legacy she has left behind.

Emer O'Callaghan: Thinking about how we are influenced around beauty buys

Emer O'Callaghan: Thinking about how we are influenced around beauty buys

Woman Doctor Or GP In Office Meeting Teenage Female Patient For Appointment

Dr Catherine Conlon: Health issues every woman should know about

Julie Helen: 'I feel relieved that I have made it to 41, beyond all the warning milestones'

Julie Helen: 'I feel relieved that I have made it to 41, beyond all the warning milestones'

Pictures: Women descend on Cork's City Hall for special event to mark IWD

Pictures: Women descend on Cork's City Hall for special event to mark IWD

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<p>Moe Dunford in Báite, a new Irish-language film. </p>

My upbringing in Cork pub helped my film role

Actor Moe Dunford, whose parents ran a pub in Ladysbridge, tells CARA O’DOHERTY how he called on his experience of those days in his latest role - and got his old Irish teacher to help him speak as gaeilge

Tribute to Sir Henry's Room 3 and a Savoy cracker among the club nights in Cork this week

Tribute to Sir Henry's Room 3 and a Savoy cracker among the club nights in Cork this week

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

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

Theatre Nights: Musical nostalgia feast at Everyman

Theatre Nights: Musical nostalgia feast at Everyman

Magnifique! French Film Festival returns to Cork

Magnifique! French Film Festival returns to Cork

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<p>Aisling McGann, chief operating officer at drinks company Sisú, and Shannon Forrest, co-founder of Rivesci, at the Guaranteed Irish Food & Drink Forum 2025. Picture: Darragh Kane.</p>

The power of the G licence

For every 100 jobs created in a Guaranteed Irish business, a further 49 are supported through local supply chains

Happy couple receiving new house keys from real estate agent

Time to get to grips with changes in rental laws

Boatbuilder turned engineer proves alternative paths can lead to success

Boatbuilder turned engineer proves alternative paths can lead to success

Buyer enjoys the convenience of shopping online

Raisin Bank: Helping Irish savers find better deposit interest

Heads are turning for pharmacy investment property in the heart of buzzing Charleville

Heads are turning for pharmacy investment property in the heart of buzzing Charleville

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