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<p>Survivors and their supporters gathered yesterday for the summer commemoration at the folly at the former Bessborough mother and baby institution in Blackrock. Picture: Jim Coughlan.</p>

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Survivors fighting Bessborough apartment plans prepared to chain themselves to diggers

Cork City Council has granted permission for 140 apartments, a decision that is currently being appealed to An Coimisiún Pleanála, with a decision due by July 9.

He's connected in more ways than one

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Sex offender (51) sent suggestive Snapchat message to schoolgirl within hours of leaving jail after sexual assault conviction

Today he asked the judge: “Could you think about giving me bail? I am sleeping on the floor in the Midlands Prison. It’s not acceptable.”

Ben O'Connor talks to Tim O'Mahony 7/6/2026

cork sport

Cork v Galway: Good news on injury front for Rebels

Manager Ben O'Connor hopeful of having close to a full squad to choose from

cork lives

'All the local people got behind us': Cork woman opens cafe in community she grew up in

'All the local people got behind us': Cork woman opens cafe in community she grew up in

cork views

Like Clarkson, I have a prostate cancer story: here’s my advice

Like Clarkson, I have a prostate cancer story: here’s my advice

cork news

In pictures: Jimmy Crowley musical tribute fundraiser at Cork City Hall

In pictures: Jimmy Crowley musical tribute fundraiser at Cork City Hall

cork news

Lottery for Council's new cost rental housing scheme in Ringaskiddy

Lottery for Council's new cost rental housing scheme in Ringaskiddy

Cork News

<p>Darla and Sylice Houlihan were at the Non Bonfire event which took place in Iona Green in Mayfield. Pictures: David Creedon</p>

In pictures: Mayfield summer fun day a hit in the sun

This was one of several “non-fire” events in an initiative from Cork City Council to replace the traditional summer bonfire night.

sleeping rough

Claim that homeless man asleep in Cork doorway had glass bottle smashed in his face

Food authority recalls smoked salmon from O'Connell's fishmongers in Cork

Food authority recalls smoked salmon from O'Connell's fishmongers in Cork

'It's a mess' says judge as Cork solicitors threaten to withdraw from free legal aid panel on Wednesday

'It's a mess' says judge as Cork solicitors threaten to withdraw from free legal aid panel on Wednesday

Cork business community welcomes 20% rise in crime detection since increased garda presence on streets

Cork business community welcomes 20% rise in crime detection since increased garda presence on streets

cork sport

<p> Midleton players Mikey Finn adn Eoin Moloney can not stop the run of Cian Darcy, Sarsfields in their Co-Op Superstores Premier SHC match at SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh, Cork. Picture Dan Linehan</p>

Return to action goes well for Midleton's Eoin Moloney following eight-month lay-off

Defender suffered a ruptured Achilles in last year's county semi-final win over Blackrock, during a season where he excelled

The Echo Sport Podcast: Hurlers have big calls for Galway, footballers wasted golden chance but minors ready for Tyrone decider

The Echo Sport Podcast: Hurlers have big calls for Galway, footballers wasted golden chance but minors ready for Tyrone decider

Four outstanding Cork female athletes have been honoured with Cork City Sports Athletics Person of the Month Award

Four outstanding Cork female athletes have been honoured with Cork City Sports Athletics Person of the Month Award

World Champion Set for Hammer Showdown with Nicola Tuthill at Cork City Sports

World Champion Set for Hammer Showdown with Nicola Tuthill at Cork City Sports

RedFM Hurling League: results and reports all in one place

RedFM Hurling League: results and reports all in one place

Cork Lives

<p>Ailbhe Ní Ghearbhuigh and her husband Billy Ramsell, who is also a poet - the couple live with their family near to The Lough. Picture: David Creedon</p>

Cork poet who taught Kneecap star lands documentary on BBC

Ailbhe Ní Ghearbhuigh tells COLETTE SHERIDAN about her initiative for the BBC to demonstrate the process of creating a poem, and also about her attitudes to the Irish language and Gaeltacht areas

Woman lying in long grass reading book

9 books to add to your summer reading list

Books: Uncovering the secrets of Cork women kept in Our Lady's hospital

Books: Uncovering the secrets of Cork women kept in Our Lady's hospital

Cork author: ‘I’m renting in my 40s... I’m lucky to still be able to live here’

Cork author: ‘I’m renting in my 40s... I’m lucky to still be able to live here’

My Weekend: 'I enjoy kayaking and walking..they can trigger inspiration'

My Weekend: 'I enjoy kayaking and walking..they can trigger inspiration'

Cork Views

<p>You may be eligible for a clothing and footwear allowance ahead of the new school year</p>

A guide to the back to school clothing allowance

Cork City Citizens Information details how people can check if they qualify for the Back to School Clothing and Footwear Allowance (BSCFA), and how they can apply for it.

John Dolan: Cork duo a reminder to RTÉ that a World Cup is meant to be fun

John Dolan: Cork duo a reminder to RTÉ that a World Cup is meant to be fun

Woman in fear of domestic abuse

Our family law system is failing women

John Arnold: The hay-making day when tea was laced with carbolic soap

John Arnold: The hay-making day when tea was laced with carbolic soap

Foods enhancing the risk of cancer. Junk food

Cork Views: A tax on junk food will boost health of the nation

Nostalgia

<p>Mary MacSwiney, sister of Terence MacSwiney, at Mountjoy Prison in Dublin during his hunger strike. Her brother Terence died at Brixton Prison in London after a hunger-strike of 74 days Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images</p>

Mary MacSwiney: ‘A life motivated as much by love as her political ideals’

Terence MacSwiney’s grandson, Cathal Brugha MacSwiney, and author Leeann Lane talk to LINDA KENNY about the extraordinary life of Mary MacSwiney.

Throwback Thursday: Memory of dad's coffin being hoisted from Innisfallen etched in my mind

Throwback Thursday: Memory of dad's coffin being hoisted from Innisfallen etched in my mind

100 years on from tragic inferno at Dromcollogher cinema

100 years on from tragic inferno at Dromcollogher cinema

Throwback Thursday: Memories of my driving test across city’s bridges

Throwback Thursday: Memories of my driving test across city’s bridges

Cork's National Monument...and the friendship that helped to build it

Cork's National Monument...and the friendship that helped to build it

WOW

<p>Emer O’Callaghan in her uniform at Emerald Beauty Clinic with her Guinot Gold Crown Elite award and certificate which she received from the Guinot Institute, Paris. Emer’s make-up is Master Colors Paris, available at Emerald Beauty Clinic. Appointments only, postage options available, 021 4365949. Free parking for clients</p>

Emer O'Callaghan: This award means I’ve joined the elite

I love my job and I took my profession seriously from the very first day I started beauty college. I don’t forget what I came from, or how hard it has been, and I have a very good perspective on life - that is what’s given me the drive to always keep pushing on, keep bettering myself.

My Career: ‘If I won the Lotto, I don’t know if I’d give up work’

My Career: ‘If I won the Lotto, I don’t know if I’d give up work’

Boy on a road trip

Julie Helen: Accessibility is an added worry for me when faced with the summer juggle

‘Everything I do is for mum’: Meet the 2026 Cork Rose Lexi Linnane

‘Everything I do is for mum’: Meet the 2026 Cork Rose Lexi Linnane

Cork woman who suffered from debilitating UTIs retrained to help others with same condition

Cork woman who suffered from debilitating UTIs retrained to help others with same condition

entertainment

<p>Get ready for a night to remember at The Pav in Cork tonight.</p>

Clubbers: High Tempo night at The Pav this weekend

Get ready for ODF and a stacked line-up of support DJs with CrackerJack, PLAX, and Do Chara

Check out the sounds of ANT-1 at Dali tonight

Check out the sounds of ANT-1 at Dali tonight

Weekend plans? Here's our top picks for events in Cork this Saturday and Sunday

Weekend plans? Here's our top picks for events in Cork this Saturday and Sunday

Swarmfest! The Savoy in Cork will be buzzing today as young acts take to the stage

Swarmfest! The Savoy in Cork will be buzzing today as young acts take to the stage

Theatre Nights: Music Fest, outdoor theatre, and dance bonanza in Cork

Theatre Nights: Music Fest, outdoor theatre, and dance bonanza in Cork

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Say cheese, think Kerrygold: A new range of cheeses guaranteed to put a smile on your face

Whether it’s a packed lunch, a family dinner or a weekend gathering with friends, Kerrygold’s new cheese range is designed to make every moment a little more delicious

Young woman managing finances at home with phone and piggy bank

Government Personal Investment Account must target mainstream savers

Powering performance: South East Technological University is shaping sporting success

Powering performance: South East Technological University is shaping sporting success

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Safe2Eat 2026: Helping Irish people make safer, smarter food choices this summer

Coca-Cola Thank You Fund sponsored

Coca-Cola Thank You Fund to surpass €2m invested in local communities

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