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<p>One reported busking happening until 1.30am, another said that a busker was “playing the same few notes over and over on a tin whistle”, while yet another said that someone was “playing very badly and loudly, out of time”. File image.</p>

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'Horrific music', 'visually tacky' and 'too loud' among complaints levelled at Cork buskers

Busking bylaws introduced in May 2024 set out a requirement to have a permit, and rules around when, where and for how long people can play.

Go-ahead for 500 new student bed spaces on Sullivan's Quay

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Go-ahead for 500 new student bed spaces on Sullivan's Quay

Up to 500 apartment bed spaces in 67 apartments will be built on the site, ranging in size from four to eight beds with associated tenant amenity facilities, including a landscaped internal courtyard, a gym, an entertainment room and student hub.

Cork football championship looks open: Valley Rovers and Carrigaline are the only teams with two wins

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Cork football championship looks open: Valley Rovers and Carrigaline are the only teams with two wins

Haven and Clon are also unbeaten but some of the big guns could fall in the last round of group games next month

cork lives

WATCH: Cork man helps reveal hidden heritage from above

WATCH: Cork man helps reveal hidden heritage from above

cork views

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Áilín Quinlan: The mirror showed an abundance of wrinkles...did I want Botox?

cork sport

Allan Martin now forging a great career as a referee after being one of the best soccer players in Cork

Allan Martin now forging a great career as a referee after being one of the best soccer players in Cork

cork sport

A general view of SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh 24/5/2026

Cork to host Féile Peile na nÓg in 2027 and 2028

Cork News

<p>Cooler and drier conditions are expected across Cork today as temperatures continue to drop ahead of this weekend. Picture: Denis Minihane.</p>

Fresh and cooler weather expected for Cork over coming days

Clear spells will continue into this evening, with some scattered showers expected in some parts of the region tonight.

Passage West scouts win two gold awards at national competition

Passage West scouts win two gold awards at national competition

Community survey finds huge support for major revamp of Cork's Gus Healy pool

Community survey finds huge support for major revamp of Cork's Gus Healy pool

'A wonderful woman, always gracious': Cork's Sr Miriam Twohig dies aged 102

'A wonderful woman, always gracious': Cork's Sr Miriam Twohig dies aged 102

Deputy county mayor hits out at media after 12-week GAA suspension

Deputy county mayor hits out at media after 12-week GAA suspension

cork sport

<p>Dylan O'Neill (Carbery Rangers) scored 1-6 from play against O'Donovan Rossa. Picture: Martin Walsh.</p>

Chris Óg Jones, Ben Seartan and Dylan O'Neill lead Cork football Team of the Week

Goalkeeping heroics and defensive blocks key in the Echo's Team of the Week covering the top three grades of Cork football

John Horgan on hurling: No room for error in second round of Cork club matches

John Horgan on hurling: No room for error in second round of Cork club matches

Gerry Hussey departs as performance coach with Cork hurlers

Gerry Hussey departs as performance coach with Cork hurlers

Mark Walsh and Niamh O'Mahony win their respective West Muskerry 5km races

Mark Walsh and Niamh O'Mahony win their respective West Muskerry 5km races

Cork Draghunting: Putting on the Style delivers as Munster Puppy Champion at Scartaglen

Cork Draghunting: Putting on the Style delivers as Munster Puppy Champion at Scartaglen

Cork Lives

<p>Charles Murphy prepared for his latest endurance challenge by running up and down Ireland’s tallest mountains as well as several other mountain trail-runs across West Cork. Picture: Dan Cronin, West Cork photographer</p>

'I ran 200km to raise money for West Cork charity I hold dear'

After competing in the gruelling Race Across Scotland, Macroom man Charles Murphy tells CHRIS DUNNE about the organisation which benefited

The Pubs of Cork: 'Visitors to our pub aren’t customers — they’re our friends'

The Pubs of Cork: 'Visitors to our pub aren’t customers — they’re our friends'

‘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

Pictures: Holly Bough reader pictures from around the world

Pictures: Holly Bough reader pictures from around the world

Lexi flying Cork flag in Rose of Tralee

Lexi flying Cork flag in Rose of Tralee

Cork Views

<p>The Netflix documentary Louis Theroux: Inside the Manosphere lifted the lid on the online practice</p>

Cork Views: How online manosphere demeans men as well as women

The internet trend of the manosphere serves neither men nor women well, says JOANNA McMAHON, a teacher at Coláiste na Toirbhirte, Bandon

Cork mum on a mission to make The Lough a great haven for kids

Cork mum on a mission to make The Lough a great haven for kids

Garda Checkpoint

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

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

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

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

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>Three time winner of The Echo Cork Mini Marathon, Sinead O’Connor (centre) with Cork Athletic Board members, Pat Walsh, Graham Meikel and board President Michael Flynn. Picture: Noel Sweeney</p>

Are you taking part in The Echo Women's Mini Marathon? Tell us why

Every year, thousands of people take part in the event, raising funds for their chosen charities.

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What should a perimenopausal skincare routine look like?

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

entertainment

<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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