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<p> Dr Flynn the number of new GPs will overtake those who are retiring. He said the challenge then facing the HSE will be a lack of suitable infrastructure. </p>

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Investment needed to provide space for more GPs, says Cork medical director

Dr Nick Flynn said that primary care centres being currently built don’t have enough surgeries to accommodate the increased number of GPs needed.

Blustery weather in store for Cork, according to Met Éireann's latest outlook

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Blustery weather in store for Cork, according to Met Éireann's latest outlook

In relation to traffic, it is starting to slowly build across some of Cork’s major city links.

Resurgent Na Piarsaigh look the part as Senior A quarter-finals beckon once more

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Resurgent Na Piarsaigh look the part as Senior A quarter-finals beckon once more

Northsiders were immense in the second half against Killeagh, and Mark Mullins' side will now take on Carrigtwohill in the quarters

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The Pubs of Cork: ‘It’s a lifestyle more than a job... people love the pub history’

The Pubs of Cork: ‘It’s a lifestyle more than a job... people love the pub history’

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Kathriona Devereux: I weep at our climate change failures... but I won’t give up

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Cork Views: We must prioritise homeless children in State

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New EU project shines the spotlight on Cork's vibrant Viking heritage

New EU project shines the spotlight on Cork's vibrant Viking heritage

Cork News

<p>Courtney Pine will bring his ‘Out of the Ghetto: A Modern Day Jazz Story’ to the 2026 Guinness Cork Jazz Festival.</p>

Courtney Pine and Muireann Bradley among top acts for Cork jazz festival

The October bank-holiday event will see the return of the Guinness Music Trail across 70 pubs and venues, pop-ups, and unexpected street performances.

Cork's Leon Doody to fly the flag for Ireland at WorldSkills competition in China

Cork's Leon Doody to fly the flag for Ireland at WorldSkills competition in China

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Man accused of trying to rob woman in Cork allowed to attend drug rehab programme in Scotland

Cases against men accused of fist fight in Cork toy store on Christmas week adjourned

Cases against men accused of fist fight in Cork toy store on Christmas week adjourned

Planning granted for funeral home in North Cork town

Planning granted for funeral home in North Cork town

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<p>Ireland's Amber Barrett, hidden, celebrates with teammates after scoring the third goal against Netherlands at SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh earlier this year. Picture: Stephen McCarthy/Sportsfile</p>

Carla Ward: Cork connection crucial for Ireland as they prepare for Páirc Uí Chaoimh return

'There’s an edge in Cork, there’s a vibe that you just don’t get anywhere else, but people can get more involved, more invested'

The Echo Sport Podcast: Changes to Cork hurling panel plus football joy for Barrs, Knocknagree and Buttevant

The Echo Sport Podcast: Thrilling club action shows best of Cork hurling

'We had to make a statement': Tom Walsh salutes Kanturk's dominant win over Blackrock

'We had to make a statement': Tom Walsh salutes Kanturk's dominant win over Blackrock

SAHC: Paul O'Leary hails Blarney's resolve as they secure direct semi-final place

SAHC: Paul O'Leary hails Blarney's resolve as they secure direct semi-final place

Premier 1 U16FC: Macroom push Ballincollig to the wire in thriller

Premier 1 U16FC: Macroom push Ballincollig to the wire in thriller

Cork Lives

<p>The Dead Christ, by Cork sculptor John Hogan. He conceived it “not as a gruesome display of suffering, but as a moment of profound, peaceful transition,” says Pat Poland.</p>

How the finest work of a revered sculptor found its way to a Cork city church

Celebrating its 260th anniversary this year, St Finbarr’s ‘South Chapel’ is the oldest Roman Catholic church in Cork, but the hidden gem, tucked away on a city side street, is renowned not for its modest architecture but for its exquisite sculpture, explains PAT POLAND

Author: ‘We drove into a Cork town, fell in love with it, and stayed...’

Author: ‘We drove into a Cork town, fell in love with it, and stayed...’

‘Visual art is not just visual’: Sensory tour of Cork exhibition aimed at people with visual impairments

‘Visual art is not just visual’: Sensory tour of Cork exhibition aimed at people with visual impairments

Books: Saluting Cork’s young warriors

Books: Saluting Cork’s young warriors

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Wedding of the Week: Cork couple first met as children at caravan park in Skibbereen

Cork Views

<p>Much research has looked at the importance of physiotherapy in stroke care.</p>

ISCP Chief: Physiotherapy must be central to stroke care

Ahead of World Physiotherapy Day tomorrow, Dr Marie Ó Mír, CEO of the Irish Society of Chartered Physiotherapists, discusses the vital role of the profession in helping people recover after stroke.

Trevor Laffan: From phone booths to calls to our grandson, aged 12, in Oz

Trevor Laffan: From phone booths to calls to our grandson, aged 12, in Oz

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John Dolan: My home heating oil bill is huge, thanks to Trump... and Harris

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Cork Views: Nobody told me this about life in your twenties

John Arnold: Dave was buried in England... but his home was always Cork

John Arnold: Dave was buried in England... but his home was always Cork

Nostalgia

<p>A busy scene at Midleton Fair on June 13, 1938. A Throwback Thursday reader in his 90s recalls attending the events in that decade with his farmer father</p>

Throwback Thursday: Memories of fair day in Midleton in 1930s

This week on Throwback Thursday, JO KERRIGAN hears precious memories of fair day in Midleton almost a century ago, plus a Moby Dick extra is identified

Throwback Thursday: Do you recognise any of these extras from the Moby Dick film set in Cork?

Throwback Thursday: Do you recognise any of these extras from the Moby Dick film set in Cork?

Throwback Thursday: 'Five generations of our family have gone on holiday to Courtmac’

Throwback Thursday: 'Five generations of our family have gone on holiday to Courtmac’

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

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

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'

WOW

<p>Emer O'Callaghan at Fountainstown Beach. </p>

Emer O'Callaghan: It’s time for your September reset

September, I always feel, is like another January, and while it’s the start of the school year, it’s a fantastic opportunity for everyone to turn over a new leaf and start a beauty regimen.

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How to make money re-selling your clothes this September

Cork solopreneur: ‘14 lessons I’ve learned from 14 years in business in Cork’

Cork solopreneur: ‘14 lessons I’ve learned from 14 years in business in Cork’

My Career: ‘Being a business owner has risks.. the irregularity of income is real’

My Career: ‘Being a business owner has risks.. the irregularity of income is real’

Julie Helen: Dolly's death made me think about the legacy we leave behind

Julie Helen: Dolly's death made me think about the legacy we leave behind

entertainment

<p>Skepta played to a packed Electric Arena at EP, delivering classic after classic, in addition to some new material.</p>

Stevie G: Skepta shows why he remains the boss

He delivered an energetic journey through his own amazing career at Electric Picnic

‘It’s important that queer people are seen on screen’: Cork's LGBTQ+ film festival returns

‘It’s important that queer people are seen on screen’: Cork's LGBTQ+ film festival returns

Weekend Guide: Literary festival on Spike Island, feast of food, and more

Weekend Guide: Literary festival on Spike Island, feast of food, and more

Theatre Nights: Comedy, drama, and two sold-out Jackson tribute shows

Theatre Nights: Comedy, drama, and two sold-out Jackson tribute shows

Stevie G: Triumphant return to Ireland by the Weeknd

Stevie G: Triumphant return to Ireland by the Weeknd

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Big Beach Clean 2026: Final call to join 7,000 Clean Coasts volunteers

Guardians of the Shore: Thousands of volunteers nationwide to join an International Coastal Clean Up on September 18-20

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When it comes to supporting education for children with special needs, every little helps a lot

When it comes to supporting education for children with special needs, every little helps a lot

Global hit Circus Extreme brings ‘Rock It Out!’ to Cork and Dublin

Global hit Circus Extreme brings ‘Rock It Out!’ to Cork and Dublin

Transform your career, your way: choose MTU part-time education

Transform your career, your way: choose MTU part-time education

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