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<p>A spokesperson from Irish Rail confirmed that all services between Dublin and Cork, Kerry and Limerick were affected and said that the line is expected to remain closed for a number of hours.</p>

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Cork-Dublin trains suspended after fatal incident near Dundrum in Tipperary

All services are suspended between Thurles and Limerick Junction due to an incident being attended by emergency services.

Call for tighter checks on Greek tourist accommodation after death of Knocknaheeny student

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Call for tighter checks on Greek tourist accommodation after death of Knocknaheeny student

A doctor on the island said Mr McKee’s mother had described feeling a similar surge when she called him for help, with him telling her to “immediately turn off the mains”.

Nemo Rangers back on track as Ross Corkery lands key scores against St Micheal's

cork sport

Nemo Rangers back on track as Ross Corkery lands key scores against St Micheal's

Nemo were missing marquee forwards Mark Cronin and Conor Horgan but still amassed 1-21

cork lives

‘I had a stroke and decided to help': Meet two volunteers at Cork Penny Dinners

‘I had a stroke and decided to help': Meet two volunteers at Cork Penny Dinners

cork views

Garda Checkpoint

Trevor Laffan: Maybe it’s time to change how we teach people to drive

cork news

Humid day in store for Cork with highs of 24C expected

Humid day in store for Cork with highs of 24C expected

cork news

Bat fans invited to take part in Ballincollig walk 'n' talk about our nocturnal creatures

Bat fans invited to take part in Ballincollig walk 'n' talk about our nocturnal creatures

Cork News

<p>The Mayfield Teen Sports Awards are open to both individual athletes and teams.</p>

Nominations sought for teen sports awards in Mayfield

Everyone who qualifies will receive a gold medal and one year’s free membership to the sports complex.

Cork's CUH generated almost €12m from car park since 2020

Cork's CUH generated almost €12m from car park since 2020

More politicians join campaign to cover cost of drug for 200 Irish patients

More politicians join campaign to cover cost of drug for 200 Irish patients

Water utility admits 'untreated gases' released by sewer plant on Cork's southside

Water utility admits 'untreated gases' released by sewer plant on Cork's southside

Lack of diversity an obstacle to mental health data, say UCC researchers

Lack of diversity an obstacle to mental health data, say UCC researchers

cork sport

<p>Corks Tommy Hyde goes on the attack against Paul Valenzuela Jnr of Mexico during the Nowhere2Hyde Revolution pro boxing show held at the Parochial Hall, Cork on Saturday November 29th. Picture: Doug Minihane</p>

Cork boxer Tommy Hyde looking to maintain his unbeaten pro record this weekend against Vaughn Williams

Tommy will be looking to go 16-0, especially after his last two fights where he headlined his father’s NOWHERE2HYDE cards in the GUC Parochial Arena.

Premier SFC: Éanna Desmond leads the way as Carrigaline hold off Mallow comeback

Premier SFC: Éanna Desmond leads the way as Carrigaline hold off Mallow comeback

Sarah Healy and Sophie O'Sullivan 16/8/2026

European Athletics Championships – Birmingham – Day 7, August 16

Premier SFC: Knocknagree maximise their breaks to record superb win

Premier SFC: Knocknagree maximise their breaks to record superb win

'It's a pity the new rules weren't there ten years ago' - Ross boss praise for John O'Rourke

'It's a pity the new rules weren't there ten years ago' - Ross boss praise for John O'Rourke

Cork Lives

<p>HB2025 John Murphy, who lives in Nohoval, and who took his Grenadier all the way from Ireland, down through Spain and across to Southern Morocco.</p>

Pictures: Holly Bough reader pictures from around the world

MARY CORCORAN shares some of the pictures sent to us for the 2025 Holly Bough, and encourages people to send in their snaps for the 2026 edition

Lexi flying Cork flag in Rose of Tralee

Lexi flying Cork flag in Rose of Tralee

Meet the solicitor with strong Cork roots who published her first novel at 63

Meet the solicitor with strong Cork roots who published her first novel at 63

TV focus on migrants’ inspiring lives in Cork

TV focus on migrants’ inspiring lives in Cork

My Weekend: 'I am slowly coming around to this ‘work/life balance’ concept'

My Weekend: 'I am slowly coming around to this ‘work/life balance’ concept'

Cork Views

<p>Views of Cobh from Spike Island. Picture: John Dolan</p>

John Dolan: Why Spike is jewel in the crown of Cork tourism

There’s something about living close to a tourist attraction that can repel locals. Last week, we finally took the trip to Spike Island to see what all the fuss about it is.

Some of Cork's most unique buildings to open their doors to public for one day only

Some of Cork's most unique buildings to open their doors to public for one day only

How trees can help Cork city cope with more heat

How trees can help Cork city cope with more heat

John Arnold: Back to the future..thoughts from the summer of 2086

John Arnold: Back to the future..thoughts from the summer of 2086

Tired young woman standing at kitchen room

Áilín Quinlan: ‘Addressing ingrained misogyny in society needs to begin at home’

Nostalgia

<p>Extras pictured on the set of the film 'Moby Dick' at Youghal, Co. Cork 29/07/1954 Ref. 780G Old black and white</p>

Throwback Thursday: Responding to a 22-year-old letter with memories of Moby Dick

In this week’s Throwback Thursday, JO KERRIGAN responds to a letter from 22 years ago, hears memories of Moby Dick being filmed in Youghal, a portable theatre, and finds out about the real border between Cork and Waterford.

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

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

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

WOW

<p>Hormone fluctuations during perimenopause can make skin feel unpredictable. </p>

What should a perimenopausal skincare routine look like?

LARA OWEN speaks to dermatologists about the skin changes you can expect, and why you don’t need to start using extra products.

Cork author: Why Heartstopper has been healing for many

Cork author: Why Heartstopper has been healing for many

Beautiful woman applying moisturizing creme on face after shower

Emer O'Callaghan: We're in peak wedding season...here's my advice on getting ready for the day

School bag. Backpack with supplies for school

5 thrifty ways to save on back-to-school costs

‘Everything I do is for mum’: Meet the 2026 Cork Rose Lexi Linnane

‘Everything I do is for mum’: Meet the 2026 Cork Rose Lexi Linnane

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<p>Tribute Night In Memory Of James Spillane Drummer will be held on Saturday, August 15, at 8pm in Crane Lane. Pic: Siobhan Russell</p>

In memory of drummer James Spillane: We're going to rock the Crane Lane on Saturday night

The frontman of The Grunts, Liam O'Shea, spoke with Ronan Leonard ahead of the tribute gig they are organising in memory of their departed friend and drummer James Spillane

Public invited to join free tour of Cork's cinema landmarks

Public invited to join free tour of Cork's cinema landmarks

Clubbers: What's the story Rory! Party time on Sherkin Island

Clubbers: What's the story Rory! Party time on Sherkin Island

Weekend guide: What's happening in Cork this Saturday and Sunday

Weekend guide: What's happening in Cork this Saturday and Sunday

Theatre Nights: Behind the scenes tour ...plus drama and music

Theatre Nights: Behind the scenes tour ...plus drama and music

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

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

"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

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