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<p>Star of the Sea Primary School in Passage West sent a message to parents saying it had received "a threatening email this morning" and that the building was evacuated. Picture: Chani Anderson</p>

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Cork schools evacuated after fresh wave of emailed bomb threats

A threatening email referred to a bomb hidden in a plastic bag, prompting searches and the evacuation of school buildings

Public sector strike cancelled as Government and union bosses agree new pay deal

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Public sector strike cancelled as Government and union bosses agree new pay deal

Public expenditure minister Jack Chambers welcomed the deal, saying the proposed agreement is “fiscally sustainable” while also providing certainty to public service workers, the Government and the public.

Munster Club JHC: Kilshannig aim to maintain strong recent Rebel record

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Munster Club JHC: Kilshannig aim to maintain strong recent Rebel record

Only once since 2015 have the Cork representatives not gone on to provincial glory

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Gail Doyle: ‘My intention wasn’t to be an influencer... it was to educate women’

Gail Doyle: ‘My intention wasn’t to be an influencer... it was to educate women’

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My Life Story: 'It's humbling to illustrate pieces celebrating Ireland’s finest national treasure'

My Life Story: 'It's humbling to illustrate pieces celebrating Ireland’s finest national treasure'

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Energy Crisis

'Noticeably colder' weather on the way for Cork, according to latest from Met Éireann

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Micheál Martin expresses confidence in CUH chief Jennifer Kearney

Micheál Martin expresses confidence in CUH chief Jennifer Kearney

Cork News

<p>Drone operator company Manna, which ran a pilot in Cork city operating from the Marina, has said it has “no plans to resume commercial drone deliveries” in Ireland. File picture.</p>

Concerns raised over possible return of drone deliveries to Cork city

A spokesperson for Deliveroo confirmed that the company was 'exploring the possibility of bringing a drone delivery service back to Ireland'.

Cork-founded Sanctuary Runners 'continues to gather pace' with new partnership

Cork-founded Sanctuary Runners 'continues to gather pace' with new partnership

Cork Opera House to stage Shrek the Musical

Cork Opera House to stage Shrek the Musical

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German couple in court charged with smuggling two Albanian men through Port of Cork

Cork teen on bail for theft carried out burglary within hours of his release from custody

Cork teen on bail for theft carried out burglary within hours of his release from custody

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<p>DHF Grangevale celebrate winning the Grandon's Toyota Jackie O'Driscoll Premier Cup for the first time following their exciting 3-2 win over DoMA Brazil at St. Colman's Park </p>

Weekend of cup finals end a memorable Business League season

Grangevale, Andy Sull’s Hair and Ballyphehane Celtic end season on a high with cup wins

Distinguished Service Soccer award for Cork's Tony O’Sullivan is well deserved

Distinguished Service Soccer award for Cork's Tony O’Sullivan is well deserved

Michael O'Sullivan leads Douglas Hall to the CWSSL treble mixing youth with experience to great affect

Michael O'Sullivan leads Douglas Hall to the CWSSL treble mixing youth with experience to great affect

AUL Distinguished Service Soccer award for Billy Cronin very well deserved

AUL Distinguished Service Soccer award for Billy Cronin very well deserved

Derry City v Waterford - 2026 Club Orange Men's FAI Cup Final

Kevin Long's Cork City return confirmation imminent as centre-half quits Waterford

Cork Lives

<p>Tim Spector encourages people to choose foods that are satisfying and provide longer-lasting energy. Picture: Extracted from Good Mood Food by Tim Spector (Jonathan Cape, 30)/Issy Croker/PA </p>

Tim Spector on his good mood foods...plus three recipes

From improving your mood to protecting your brain as you age, Tim Spector explains why what we eat matters. Plus, try three of his recipes here...

The Pubs of Cork: A putt, a pint, a bite to eat, and craic at The Blackrock Inn

The Pubs of Cork: A putt, a pint, a bite to eat, and craic at The Blackrock Inn

She hated school and suffered anxiety, now Jess is a star of MTU

She hated school and suffered anxiety, now Jess is a star of MTU

Story of €1bn drugs haul in West Cork re-told in TV documentary

Story of €1bn drugs haul in West Cork re-told in TV documentary

‘I’m a grandad now’! Baldy Barber Mick is loving life a year after retiring

‘I’m a grandad now’! Baldy Barber Mick is loving life a year after retiring

Cork Views

<p>Séamus McLean Ross as Pig Aoise Meaney as Runt Picture: Marcin Lewandowski </p>

Disco Pigs Review: An intense and powerful performance I won't forget for a long time

Disco Pigs was first performed on stage in Cork in 1996. A special 30th anniversary production of the show continues at The Everyman until Saturday.

Cork families urged to donate pre-loved toys to a good cause

Cork families urged to donate pre-loved toys to a good cause

TV producer: I had to leave Cork to discover I had a grá for Irish

TV producer: I had to leave Cork to discover I had a grá for Irish

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How to prepare your body for a healthy winter

John Arnold: ‘Blackas’, Christy Ring... words of wisdom in a book of poetry

John Arnold: ‘Blackas’, Christy Ring... words of wisdom in a book of poetry

Nostalgia

<p>A Garda attempts to direct traffic in heavy fog at Singer’s Corner, Cork city, on January 4, 1934. ‘Fingers’ used to patrol on Patrick Street</p>

Throwback Thursday: My gran gave birth to 11 babies in 10 years

This week, JO KERRIGAN hears about a large family in the early 1900s, plus a legendary road patrol garda, cycling, and an ode to Murphy’s stout

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

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

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

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<p>Eating warm, nurturing foods like homemade stews and soups can be good for your wellbeing now</p>

Emer O'Callaghan: Tips to beat those November blues, ladies

This can be a dreary month ahead of the festive frenzy, so here's some ways you can stay positive as the dark days descend

Julie O'Leary: A memorable day with mum I will always cherish

Julie O'Leary: A memorable day with mum I will always cherish

‘Making toffee is like a child going in a candy store... I’m so lucky I can do it’

‘Making toffee is like a child going in a candy store... I’m so lucky I can do it’

My mission to help women be aware of their breast density

My mission to help women be aware of their breast density

Beat the seasonal slump: 11 ways to boost workout motivation

11 ways to boost your winter workout motivation

entertainment

<p>This tale of love and loss, told across three stories, is as ambitious as it is intimate, says Cara O'Doherty</p>

War and masterpiece: 5 stars for this new film that is sure to earn Oscar nods

FILM REVIEW: La Bola Negra, in cinemas, Nov 6, cert 15a, *****

What's on in Cork this weekend: The Field, Disco Pigs, and music galore

What's on in Cork this weekend: The Field, Disco Pigs, and music galore

Stevie G: A magical night with Stevie Wonder

Stevie G: A magical night with Stevie Wonder

What's on in Cork for week ahead: A John B. Keane classic, and live music galore

What's on in Cork for week ahead: A John B. Keane classic, and live music galore

Local acts wowed at Guinness Cork Jazz Festival

Local acts wowed at Guinness Cork Jazz Festival

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How Tesco is helping build friendship, purpose and community under one Men’s Shed roof

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How Tesco is helping to keep the west’s motorcycle medical service safely on the road

Investing in employees’ futures

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

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

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