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<p>The Minister has decided to keep portions of the historic prison but demolish others, he confirmed yesterday.</p>

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Cork's historic prison to be demolished, confirms justice minister

In response, a Sinn Fein TD said: “This fight is not over. This building will be saved and we will fight for its place in Cork’s memory.”

Judge holding gavel in courtroom

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'I tried stopping him and he wouldn’t listen': sisters abused by mother's partner 'minded each other'

The court heard that one of the victims was particularly vulnerable, having special educational needs and a mental capacity of a child between the ages of five and ten.

What we learned from the Senior A Hurling and Football finals in Cork

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What we learned from the Senior A Hurling and Football finals in Cork

Erin's Own proved they belong at the top tier while Kanturk now face the challenge of competing on two fronts at Premier Senior

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Person to Person: 'I've worked with Kenneth Branagh, Derek Jacobi and Gillian Anderson'

Person to Person: 'I've worked with Kenneth Branagh, Derek Jacobi and Gillian Anderson'

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The Pubs of Cork: Maureen grew up in a pub, now she is running her own

The Pubs of Cork: Maureen grew up in a pub, now she is running her own

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Pictures: Hundreds attend Roches Stores anniversary reunion in Cork city

Pictures: Hundreds attend Roches Stores anniversary reunion in Cork city

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Cork food writer Kate Ryan wins prestigious book award

Cork food writer Kate Ryan wins prestigious book award

Cork News

<p>Judge Helen Boyle agreed to adjourn sentencing until November 23.</p>

Guilty plea to charges arising out of dangerous driving rampage in Cork

A substantial risk of death or serious injury was caused to passengers at a bus stop when an out-of-control car collided with a kerb

Cork cleans up at Oireachtas na Samhna competition

Cork cleans up at Oireachtas na Samhna competition

Worst October on record for overcrowding at Irish hospitals

Worst October on record for overcrowding at Irish hospitals

The Lough in all its Christmas glory features on cover of 129th edition of the Holly Bough

The Lough in all its Christmas glory features on cover of 129th edition of the Holly Bough

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Three-year driving ban for Cork plasterer whose car was found overturned in middle of road

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<p>Cork's Brian Roche in action against Jamie Barron of Waterford in the Friends of Brian Greene benefit match at Fraher Field in January 2025. Picture: Seb Daly/Sportsfile</p>

Munster hurling league draw made: Cork discover group-stage opponents

Kerry and Clare to provide Rebels' opposition in McGrath Cup

Passage pay tribute to beloved club member and expert coach Kieran Dunlea

Passage pay tribute to beloved club member and expert coach Kieran Dunlea

Glen Rovers failed to fire in Munster Hurling Championship: What went wrong?

Glen Rovers failed to fire in Munster Hurling Championship: What went wrong?

Garveys Tralee Warriors v Ballincollig - Domino’s MSL National Cup Final

Ballincollig basketball coach Ciarán O'Sullivan explains how and why he joined Fitzmaurice's Galway football management team

Nemo Rangers v St Finbarr's - Cork County Senior Club Football Championship Final

Robbie O'Dwyer hopeful of near full-strength Nemo for Munster quarter-final

Cork Lives

<p>Experts advice setting a spending limit before you go to the shops, whether or not you embrace the 6-to-1 menthod. </p>

Could the '6-to-1 method' help reduce your grocery bills?

With lots of people feeling the pinch at the checkouts, CAMILLA FOSTER consulted some personal finance experts who shared some potential pros and cons of following the 6-to-1 food shopping method.

‘We all lost the most important person in our life... it’s rotten, but we are not alone’

‘We all lost the most important person in our life... it’s rotten, but we are not alone’

'I was overwhelmed with anxiety': Cork farmer shares story of how he turned business around

'I was overwhelmed with anxiety': Cork farmer shares story of how he turned business around

TV: Cork family in frame for fitness title

TV: Cork family in frame for fitness title

The Cork war hero who used to live in my old stone house

The Cork war hero who used to live in my old stone house

Cork Views

<p>There is real stress and anxiety around maths in this country, says Sam Dunning.</p>

'I never want a teen to say they can’t do maths': Cork start-up aims to help students

A new online maths tutor system aims to help Junior and Leaving Cert students, says Sam Dunning, co-founder of MathMate, a UCC IGNITE Startup, who lives in Cork city and is originally from Ballynoe.

Sweet Newborn Baby Girl Asleep in Crib

Cork doctor: As deaths rise, how can we help prevent cot death?

Group of five scary figures in hooded cloaks in the dark

John Dolan: Ghostly monks, a foxy lady... Cork’s most terrifying spirits

John Arnold: I completed the holy trinity... Medjugorje, Lourdes, Fatima

John Arnold: I completed the holy trinity... Medjugorje, Lourdes, Fatima

Explainer: What you need to know about penalty points

Explainer: What you need to know about penalty points

Nostalgia

<p>Donal McCarthy and Joey Kerrigan rescue a stranded driver from the floods in Winthrop Street, Cork. </p>

Throwback Thursday: A family connection, and a walk on Oliver Plunkett St

This week on Throwback Thursday, JO KERRIGAN hears of a family link to a mystery photo, plus we take a walk down Oliver Plunkett Street’s old shops

A Cork Christmas tradition: how did the Holly Bough come about?

A Cork Christmas tradition: how did the Holly Bough come about?

Throwback Thursday: Our fond memories of circus visits in Cork

Throwback Thursday: Our fond memories of circus visits in Cork

Throwback Thursday: I snuck out to see the Dixies...but the car crashed on the way home

Throwback Thursday: I snuck out to see the Dixies...but the car crashed on the way home

Throwback Thursday: Emigrant’s ordeal as he left Cork for London

Throwback Thursday: Emigrant’s ordeal as he left Cork for London

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<p>“If you are already in the place where you are doing the workout, all you’ve got to do is get changed and get going. All you need is a yoga mat and some basic equipment such as dumbbells and resistance bands," advises Browning. Picture: Alamy/Press Association.</p>

11 ways to boost your winter workout motivation

The gloomy weather can seriously impact our motivation. Here’s some expert-backed advice on how to stay on track with your fitness goals as we approach winter.

Emer O'Callaghan: 'Jealousy is the ugliest of traits...beware of the beauty saboteur'

Emer O'Callaghan: 'Jealousy is the ugliest of traits...beware of the beauty saboteur'

5 energising beauty tricks to make you look more awake - without spending a fortune

5 energising beauty hacks to help you look more awake

Julie Helen: 'In that moment, it felt as if my body wasn't my own'

Julie Helen: 'In that moment, it felt as if my body wasn't my own'

Former Rose of Tralee: 'I was 48 when I had a stroke..here's what I want people to know'

Former Rose of Tralee: 'I was 48 when I had a stroke..here's what I want people to know'

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<p>Cork artist Diamond, who performed at last weekend’s jazz festival.</p>

Local acts wowed at Guinness Cork Jazz Festival

Another great festival and another great reminder of Cork’s music potential too

Weekend guide: What's happening Leeside this Saturday and Sunday

Weekend guide: What's happening Leeside this Saturday and Sunday

What's on in Cork for the next week: Franks on stage, scary movies, and Disco Pigs

What's on in Cork for the next week: Franks on stage, scary movies, and Disco Pigs

Signal regained: Veteran Cork band Boa Morte on their ongoing musical adventure

Signal regained: Veteran Cork band Boa Morte on their ongoing musical adventure

Weekend Guide: Here's what's happening Leeside this Saturday and Sunday

Weekend Guide: Here's what's happening Leeside this Saturday and Sunday

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<p>Dr Louise Fitzgerald joined Maia Dunphy for We’ve Got This, an honest conversation about the signs and impacts of perimenopause and menopause. </p>

How hormonal changes during perimenopause and menopause affect desire, relationships and sex

Sexual wellbeing can be negatively impacted in the perimenopausal and menopausal stages of a woman’s life. Here’s why, and what can help

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‘I don’t feel like myself any more’. Why Irish women are missing the signs of menopause

‘I don’t feel like myself any more’. Why Irish women are missing the signs of menopause

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