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<p>The plans would replace a permitted 36-place creche with seven residential units and alter the scheme originally approved under a previous planning application. Image: stock.</p>

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Developer appeals council’s refusal for Kinsale homes on site of planned creche

Sarah Crean has asked An Coimisiún Pleanála to overturn the council’s decision on the Park Laurence development at Glasheen and Park Laurence.

Cork Airport Road commercial sites on market for combined €4m pricetag

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Cork Airport Road commercial sites on market for combined €4m pricetag

Both properties are being sold by a consortium led by developer Denis McBarron.

Christy O'Connor on Cork v Galway: New blood and puck-out tweak has transformed Rebels

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Christy O'Connor on Cork v Galway: New blood and puck-out tweak has transformed Rebels

Cork have had a distinct change of policy on their puck-outs in this championship; the majority are going long now, with Emma Murphy and Saoirse McCarthy the two prime targets

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WoW Bites: Meet three women leading events at Cork on a Fork

WoW Bites: Meet three women leading events at Cork on a Fork

cork lives

'Fritz was a right mischievous fellow': Cork author immortalises beloved pet dog in new book series

'Fritz was a right mischievous fellow': Cork author immortalises beloved pet dog in new book series

cork news

Details announced for Cannonball 2026 event in Cork

Details announced for Cannonball 2026 event in Cork

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West Cork arts group waiting almost two months to gain access to vacant council-owned building

West Cork arts group waiting almost two months to gain access to vacant council-owned building

Cork News

<p>Twomey siblings Annie-May, Tadgh and Florence, with dad Patrick, at Glenbrook Farm which he runs with his wife Kate. They will host a number of events on the farm as part of the Cork on a Fork schedule. <span class="contextmenu emphasis CaptionCredit">Picture: Noel Sweeney</span>
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Cork family farm to host events for Cork on a Fork festival

Mr Twomey, along with his wife Kate Twomey and with the help of their three children, is hosting a dinner experience, farmers’ market, and a yoga and brunch event during the festival.

Carrigaline community to unite against racism at Monday evening event

Carrigaline community to unite against racism at Monday evening event

Cork County Council looks to improve Kinsale's tourism and recreation offerings

Cork County Council looks to improve Kinsale's tourism and recreation offerings

Cork man lauds 'amazing' impact of CUH-based cancer trial

Cork man lauds 'amazing' impact of CUH-based cancer trial

Cork-founded Sanctuary Runners take their model of inclusion to Sydney

Cork-founded Sanctuary Runners take their model of inclusion to Sydney

cork sport

<p>Cork hurler Brian Roche sails past Offaly's Ross Ravenhill in the All-Ireland quarter-final at Semple Stadium. Picture: Noel Sweeney</p>

Christy O'Connor: How Cork ran their bench and the inconsistent policy must improve ahead of next season

Cork did win their four round robin matches and only narrowly lost the Munster final, but the instability with their substitutions was almost reflective of their summer

Cork minor Eoghan Ahern on song as Carrigaline land U21 title against Valley Rovers

Cork minor Eoghan Ahern on song as Carrigaline land U21 title against Valley Rovers

Libby Coppinger leads way as new-look Rebels target All-Ireland camogie glory

Libby Coppinger leads way as new-look Rebels target All-Ireland camogie glory

Cobh Ramblers boss Fran Rockett thrilled with vital victory over Treaty United

Cobh Ramblers boss Fran Rockett thrilled with vital victory over Treaty United

Cork City v Kerry - SSE Airtricity Men’s First Division

Seani Maguire-led Cork City roar back in second half to down Colin Healy's Kerry

Cork Lives

<p>Cork city’s Heidi Mackin and Cliftonville’s Naomi McLaughlin in All-Island Cup action at Solitude Stadium. Picture: Mark Marlow</p>

My Weekend: 'I wish I was a morning person..but I love a lie-in'

Cork City FC Women's player Heidi Mackin tells us how she spends her weekend and shares her go-to spots for coffee and food in Cork.

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TV: Great ideas for an Irish staycation

Shannon Corcoran with Libby Coppinger 21/3/2026

TV sport round-up: Cork face Galway in bid for 31st All-Ireland

Person to Person: 'I’m very close to my family...They’ve always been my biggest supporters'

Person to Person: 'I’m very close to my family...They’ve always been my biggest supporters'

Cork woman who lost 23 stone is now running a club to help others transform their lives

Cork woman who lost 23 stone is now running a club to help others transform their lives

Cork Views

<p>Crowds on the beach at Fountainstown, Cork, in the recent warm weather. John Dolan’s daughter recently attended a Water Safety Ireland event there, while Dolan argues there should be more swimming pools in Cork. Picture: David Creedon</p>

John Dolan: I've taken the plunge in the sea in Cork this summer...I think we need more pools

The buzz of a sea swim afterwards is something to behold, a feeling that is shared by so many Cork people who avail of the stunning beaches on our doorsteps - with some hardy souls enjoying a dip all year round.

Young woman is doing a breast ultrasound for preventive breast cancer care

Cork Views: Shaping the future of cancer care in Ireland

John Arnold: Imagine... we nearly got our own railway here in Bartlemy

John Arnold: Imagine... we nearly got our own railway here in Bartlemy

Road Sign at the Northern Ireland border with the Irish Republic welcoming people to Northern Ireland and a reminder that speed

Cork Views: Join us on a journey to bring about Irish unity

Senior man keeping cool at home during summer heat wave

Áilín Quinlan: ‘Revenge, as they say, is a dish that is best served cold’

Nostalgia

<p>Barges lifting off the spans of the old Youghal bridge, with the new bridge in the background</p>

Throwback Thursday: 'Our father was in charge of dismantling the old Youghal bridge'

After readers shared memories of the old Youghal Bridge in Throwback Thursday, JO KERRIGAN hears from the man responsible for demolishing it

Throwback Thursday: Memories of the Cork bridge you had to walk across

Throwback Thursday: Memories of the Cork bridge you had to walk across

Throwback Thursday: My grandad, Michael Collins, and the Black and Tans

Throwback Thursday: My grandad, Michael Collins, and the Black and Tans

Tale of the famous actor mistaken for sailor on Moby Dick set in Youghal

Tale of the famous actor mistaken for sailor on Moby Dick set in Youghal

Throwback Thursday: When the horse and cart ruled in Cork

Throwback Thursday: When the horse and cart ruled in Cork

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<p>"As someone who grew up in a house of men, I know that they can have their hang-ups and insecurities too, and they want to age well and look good just like us women."</p>

Emer O'Callaghan: What men want on the beauty front

I recently did a mini- survey of Irish men aged 50-60 to find out their skin and ageing concerns.

5 reasons you might be feeling extra tired this summer

5 reasons you might be feeling extra tired this summer

Less than a quarter of MD Chair roles went to women

Less than a quarter of MD Chair roles went to women

My Career: ‘Retiring is probably not for me’

My Career: ‘Retiring is probably not for me’

My countdown to the Mini Marathon: ‘A lot of runners say you’ll end up loving it...well’

My countdown to the Mini Marathon: ‘A lot of runners say you’ll end up loving it...well’

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<p>Hermitage Green perform at Sea Church, Ballycotton, this weekend</p>

Weekend plans? Here's our top picks for what's happening in Cork

John Dolan brings you his top picks for events this weekend including theatre, a puppet demo talk, the Festival of the Sea in West Cork, and plenty of music.

Clubbers: Backstory with Quantic & B+ is a big draw this weekend

Clubbers: Backstory with Quantic & B+ is a big draw this weekend

Theatre Nights: Everyman to host premiere of opera plus evening and lunchtime theatre in Cork

Theatre Nights: Everyman to host premiere of opera plus evening and lunchtime theatre in Cork

Cork producer: 'Rea was generous on set and lovely to be around'

Cork producer: 'Rea was generous on set and lovely to be around'

Youghal Medieval Festival 2018

Plans for the Bank Holiday weekend? Here's our guide to what's happening in Cork

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Keeping their house in order: How PSRA regulation has raised the bar for Ireland’s property services sector

The Property Services Regulatory Authority ensures property services providers maintain high standards across all aspects of their work

"My master's at UL taught me that structured learning and a demanding career can coexist"

"My master's at UL taught me that structured learning and a demanding career can coexist"

Three days of steam, music and heritage at the 62nd National Steam Rally

Three days of steam, music and heritage at the 62nd National Steam Rally

How 50 years of innovation and investment have fuelled Bord Gáis Energy – and empowered Cork

How 50 years of innovation and investment have fuelled Bord Gáis Energy – and empowered Cork

Say cheese, think Kerrygold: Dinner is a dream with a simple but tasty pasta bake

Say cheese, think Kerrygold: Dinner is a dream with a simple but tasty pasta bake

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