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<p>Sean and Eileen Murphy, the parents of John Murphy, with his sister, Helena, and brother-in-law, Ger Browne, leaving the Dublin District Coroner's Court. Picture: Colin Keegan, Collins, Dublin.</p>

cork news

Family of Cork man killed in suspected explosion at Stryker plant dismayed at inquest delay

Inquest into death of John Murphy’s heard the Health and Safety Authority was still awaiting directions from the DPP on whether any criminal prosecution would arise from the circumstances of his death

Free pancakes with option for charity donation in Cork next Tuesday

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Free pancakes with option for charity donation in Cork next Tuesday

The chain, which has four stores across the city, announced the return of the giveaway initiative this week, with an option to donate to the Children's Health Foundation.

Cork v Tipperary - GAA Hurling All-Ireland Senior Championship Final

cork sport

Christy O'Connor: Supporters engaging in behaviour that goes against spirit of what GAA is about

Cork fans in the line of fire for booing Tipp free-taker Darragh McCarthy but it's a growing issue across hurling

cork views

John Arnold: A Cork dynasty ends, as last Devonshire ‘duke’ laid to rest

John Arnold: A Cork dynasty ends, as last Devonshire ‘duke’ laid to rest

what's on

Stevie G: Primetime leaves incredible legacy as closure looms for Cork streetwear store

Stevie G: Primetime leaves incredible legacy as closure looms for Cork streetwear store

cork news

'These people are not your friends' judge tells Cork man on drugs charge

'These people are not your friends' judge tells Cork man on drugs charge

cork news

'Twilight' producers to bring West Cork author’s series to Prime Video

'Twilight' producers to bring West Cork author’s series to Prime Video

Cork News

<p>The accused spoke quietly to himself in the dock throughout the latest hearing. Picture: Dan Linehan.</p>

Cork man in need of psychiatric care is in jail because no room in Central Mental Hospital

The judge wondered if she should simply release the accused in the hope that a concerned citizen would then make a report that because of concerns for his welfare he should be taken into care and brought to Cork University Hospital.

More than 80 jobs at risk at Cork SuperValu and Centra owner Musgrave

More than 80 jobs at risk at Cork SuperValu and Centra owner Musgrave

TD slams Cork's ‘bridge to nowhere’ in wait for events centre

TD slams Cork's ‘bridge to nowhere’ in wait for events centre

Status Yellow ice warning issued as temperatures set to plunge to -3C

Status Yellow ice warning issued as temperatures set to plunge to -3C

Official Opening of the Central Mental Hospital, Portrane

Prisoners in Cork awaiting transfer to Dublin's Central Mental Hospital

cork sport

<p>Robert Downey of Cork signs autographs after the Galway game. Picture: Ben McShane/Sportsfile</p>

Downeys far from out: Robert and Eoin still key pillars of Cork hurlers' defence

Glen Rovers duo were powerhouses in recent league games for Ben O'Connor's side

Blarney Challenge Cup returned to Muskerry Golf Club

Blarney Challenge Cup returned to Muskerry Golf Club

Johnny Moloney and John Cooper 27/3/2022

Cork footballers take on Offaly on Sunday for first time in four years

Dinny Allen: The Allen assessment of Cork GAA

Dinny Allen: The Allen assessment of Cork GAA

Ballyphehane still dreaming with Munster semi-final up next

Ballyphehane still dreaming with Munster semi-final up next

Cork Lives

<p class="contextmenu internal_Caption">Roy Healy, owner of The Blackman Bar. He says of pub culture: “It’s not about drinking, it’s about company.” Picture: Noel Sweeney</p>

The Village Pubs of Cork: ‘I don’t want a super- pub, I want music, a chat, a fireplace...’

In the latest instalment of our popular weekly series, The Village Pubs Of Cork, NOEL SWEENEY heads to The Blackman Bar on the outskirts of Cork city, and hears from the landlord about its links to a famous Harp advert, and why it remains a ‘country pub’... but just about

Cork Penny Dinners chef: 'We can serve between 500 to 700 people hot dinners every day'

Cork Penny Dinners chef: 'We can serve between 500 to 700 people hot dinners every day'

'It was like a light switch': Cork mum says 'superstar' Harper is coming on leaps following heart surgery

'It was like a light switch': Cork mum says 'superstar' Harper is coming on leaps following heart surgery

TV: Two men undergo life-saving surgery at CUH

TV: Two men undergo life-saving surgery at CUH

Close up of young couple toasting with glasses of red wine at restaurant

Where to eat, sip, and meet in Cork this Valentine’s Day

Cork Views

<p class="contextmenu internal_Caption">Sarah Roberts, who is trying to shake her addiction to devices </p>

Why I am breaking up with my phone

Cork woman SARAH ROBERTS admits she has grown addicted to social media - now she is tackling the tricky task of weaning herself off it

Gerry Adams: Let’s talk about a united Ireland in Cork

Gerry Adams: Let’s talk about a united Ireland in Cork

'Soon, we will lose our Molly for good.. the grief will be intense'

'Soon, we will lose our Molly for good.. the grief will be intense'

Winter weather Jan 27th 2026

Kathriona Devereux: Damn it! To beat future floods, we need to think and act smart

Have your say on a 30km/h city speed limit proposals for Cork city

Have your say on a 30km/h city speed limit proposals for Cork city

Nostalgia

<p class="contextmenu internal_Caption">The photo of members of An Slua Muirí - the Irish Naval Reserve - at a presentation at Fort Camden in Crosshaven 50 years ago, in July, 1976, which ran in Throwback Thursday last week. A reader spotted his younger brother, Jimmy, third row, fourth in from right, behind the man in white. Jimmy was aged 16 here and ended up joining the Naval Service, but tragically died in 1980</p>

Throwback Thursday: Picture brought back memories of my brother who drowned in Cobh

In Throwback Thursday today, JO KERRIGAN hears the poignant story of a Cork Navy man’s death, plus explores how Leeside has long had a love for books

Meet the collectors who have amassed 100,000 match programmes, coins and thimbles

Meet the collectors who have amassed 100,000 match programmes, coins and thimbles

Throwback Thursday: Pies and pints...Life of a Cork barman in ’70s

Throwback Thursday: Pies and pints...Life of a Cork barman in ’70s

'Sunlight bounced off his robes like an apparition': The day Cork pupils met the Pope on school tour

'Sunlight bounced off his robes like an apparition': The day Cork pupils met the Pope on school tour

Throwback Thursday: 'My brakes failed when I tried to stop for the garda, and we ended up in the ditch'

Throwback Thursday: 'My brakes failed when I tried to stop for the garda, and we ended up in the ditch'

WOW

<p>Members of the club on their recent outing to Crosshaven, Edel Marples is pictured in the front row.</p>

Inside the Cork club providing a new social outlet for women

When Edel Marples began to feel more isolated in her personal life, she decided to set up a walking group for like-minded women. She tells MARGARET DONNELLAN how the group flourished and has given women in Cork a new space to meet and make friends.

Network Ireland West Cork to host ‘own the spotlight’ panel event

Network Ireland West Cork to host ‘own the spotlight’ panel event

Offended millennial couple avoid talking after fight

Relationship expert: ‘We change all the time...talking is key in relationships’

Meet the Carrigaline woman at the helm of the Irish Girl Guides

Meet the Carrigaline woman at the helm of the Irish Girl Guides

‘I never considered a life in front of the lens ... it just didn’t happen to people like us’

‘I never considered a life in front of the lens ... it just didn’t happen to people like us’

entertainment

<p class="contextmenu internal_Caption">Jacob Elordi as Heathcliff and Margot Robbie as Cathy Earnshaw in Wuthering Heights</p>

Film Review: Wuthering Heights is pulsating, savage, wildly sexy, and full of torment

There are over 20 adaptations of the story; each has changed something in the journey from page to screen, but Fennell is the first to really lean into the twisted love Cathy and Heathcliff shared, writes CARA O'DOHERTY.

Theatre nights: Search for Cork's greatest orator, comedy, and plenty of drama

Theatre nights: Search for Cork's greatest orator, comedy, and plenty of drama

Cork singer-songwriter: 'I can’t wait to bring my show back home'

Cork singer-songwriter: 'I can’t wait to bring my show back home'

Going out? Your guide to what's happening in Cork this weekend

Going out? Your guide to what's happening in Cork this weekend

Christy leads the way in Cork film festival line-up

Christy leads the way in Cork film festival line-up

Sponsored Content

<p>Running to raise money for charity: Runners taking part in the 2025 Marathon in Cork City. Additional places are available to participate in the 2026 Analog Devices Cork City Marathon. Photo: David Creedon</p>

Charity places available for Cork City Marathon

A number of charity places are now available for the sold-out 2026 Analog Devices Cork City Marathon, which takes place on Sunday, May 31

Turning risk into reward: Top business risks in 2026

Turning risk into reward: Top business risks in 2026

Top tips to protect Ireland's plant health

Top tips to protect Ireland's plant health

River Boyne in County Meath, Ireland.

Water matters: protecting Ireland’s most precious resource

Turning AI ambition into action: Dell Technologies leads the way

Turning AI ambition into action: Dell Technologies leads the way

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