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<p>Judge Helen Boyle imposed a sentence of four years and six months, with the last year suspended, at Cork Circuit Criminal Court.</p>

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West Cork man convicted of sexually assaulting six boys - despite lack of complaint from victims

The evidence in a trial by judge and jury consisted of CCTV recordings of Daniel Connolly’s actions with the children at a fast food restaurant and the testimony of a psychotherapist who happened to be visiting Cork city.

Suspended sentence for Dublin man who admitted part in Cork city centre assault

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Suspended sentence for Dublin man who admitted part in Cork city centre assault

Judge Helen Boyle said the evidence is that the gentleman was walking home on Grand Parade after being out socialising. He had an interaction with two men and ended up in an ambulance.

County U21 quarter-finals to run on home-and-away basis

cork sport

County U21 quarter-finals to run on home-and-away basis

Cork's CCC concerned at lack of available club venues for U21 and junior championships

nostalgia

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

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

wow

‘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’

cork news

300 Cork-based Ukrainians served with eviction notices as government continues phasing-out of supports

300 Cork-based Ukrainians served with eviction notices as government continues phasing-out of supports

cork news

Christmas markets return to city centre park as festive events kick off on November 15

Christmas markets return to city centre park as festive events kick off on November 15

Cork News

<p>The threat at Cork Airport related to a specific flight and led to extra security measures being introduced in conjunction with An Garda Síochána.</p>

Cork Airport security alert and Dublin flight diversion part of wave of European bomb threats

At least 25 flights were affected on Thursday, with fighter jet escorts and emergency inspections reported at airports across Europe

Fundraiser launched to help cover funeral costs of popular Cork barber Ahmet

Fundraiser launched to help cover funeral costs of popular Cork barber Ahmet

MTU to have its own student housing with plan for up to 940 beds

MTU to have its own student housing with plan for up to 940 beds

Trump

'I think that the Trump presidency has revealed some terrible truths about us all over here': Cork woman reflects on midterms

Serious sad man in dark. Depressed anxious person suffer from trauma, solitude or drug addiction. Homeless outcast with shame af

TD seeks funds for addiction services as north county experiences long wait for support

cork sport

<p>Eoin Downey and Ciarán Joyce of Cork celebrate after their U20 All-Ireland hurling final defeat of Galway at Semple Stadium. Picture: Sam Barnes/Sportsfile</p>

Cork Hurling: Why aren't there more U20 All-Ireland winners featuring in defence?

Damien Cahalane is departing the senior scene but where are the viable options at the back to replace him...

Tempers flare during the game between Kyle Hayes and Niall O'Leary 5/4/2026

John Horgan: Niall O'Leary a worthy All-Star but Limerick are greatest hurling team of my lifetime

Roisin Phelan and Aghada focus on Munster title: We had a lot of regrets two years ago

Roisin Phelan and Aghada focus on Munster title: We had a lot of regrets two years ago

Harty Cup: Midleton CBS held to draw as Ardscoil Rís level late

Harty Cup: Midleton CBS held to draw as Ardscoil Rís level late

Canovee among the few Cork clubs to have had Munster junior joy

Canovee among the few Cork clubs to have had Munster junior joy

Cork Lives

<p>Monica Galetti: The book is a “collection of memories and a collection of recipes and ingredients over the years"</p>

Three tasty recipes to try at home from Monica’s magic menu

Lauren Taylor chats to MasterChef: The Professionals judge Monica Galetti about her Samoan heritage, Kiwi upbringing and motherhood. Plus, three of her recipes...

My Life Story: On my first comedy tour, we sold no tickets for two of the gigs

My Life Story: On my first comedy tour, we sold no tickets for two of the gigs

The Pubs of Cork: Maureen grew up in a pub, now she is running her own

The Pubs of Cork: Maureen grew up in a pub, now she is running her own

Person to Person: 'I've worked with Kenneth Branagh, Derek Jacobi and Gillian Anderson'

Person to Person: 'I've worked with Kenneth Branagh, Derek Jacobi and Gillian Anderson'

Weekly supermarket shopping

Could the '6-to-1 method' help reduce your grocery bills?

Cork Views

<p class="contextmenu internal_Caption">Blackberry picking at Pouladuff, Cork, in September, 1951. ‘Layer upon layer on half brown crust, on some iced January morning’, goes one line of poetry from George Harding’s book of poems</p>

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

As he pondered on All Souls Day this week, John Arnold received a book in the post that stopped him in his tracks

Digital detox concept. A man unplugs his smartphone to take a break from the screen. Symbol of mindfulness, mental health and co

Summit in Cork to address energy solutions for the future

Boy doing math homework at dining table

'I never want a teen to say they can’t do maths': Cork start-up aims to help students

Sweet Newborn Baby Girl Asleep in Crib

Cork doctor: As deaths rise, how can we help prevent cot death?

Group of five scary figures in hooded cloaks in the dark

John Dolan: Ghostly monks, a foxy lady... Cork’s most terrifying spirits

Nostalgia

<p>Donal McCarthy and Joey Kerrigan rescue a stranded driver from the floods in Winthrop Street, Cork. </p>

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

This week on Throwback Thursday, JO KERRIGAN hears of a family link to a mystery photo, plus we take a walk down Oliver Plunkett Street’s old shops

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

Throwback Thursday: Emigrant’s ordeal as he left Cork for London

Throwback Thursday: Emigrant’s ordeal as he left Cork for London

WOW

<p>Laurna Quirke, front centre, campaigning with Lobular Ireland</p>

My mission to help women be aware of their breast density

Laurna Quirke, a Cork-based mother-of-two and campaigner/advocate involved in the TellMeMyBreastDensity campaign, explains its aims

Beat the seasonal slump: 11 ways to boost workout motivation

11 ways to boost your winter workout motivation

Emer O'Callaghan: 'Jealousy is the ugliest of traits...beware of the beauty saboteur'

Emer O'Callaghan: 'Jealousy is the ugliest of traits...beware of the beauty saboteur'

5 energising beauty tricks to make you look more awake - without spending a fortune

5 energising beauty hacks to help you look more awake

Julie Helen: 'In that moment, it felt as if my body wasn't my own'

Julie Helen: 'In that moment, it felt as if my body wasn't my own'

entertainment

<p>Stevie Wonder and harpist Brandee Younger. The Motown soul legend had his audience spellbound at Dublin’s 3Arena.</p>

Stevie G: A magical night with Stevie Wonder

The 50th anniversary of his seminal Songs in the Key of Life album was worth celebrating, and Dublin was one of only a select number of dates for one of the hottest tickets in music

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

Weekend guide: What's happening Leeside this Saturday and Sunday

Weekend guide: What's happening Leeside this Saturday and Sunday

What's on in Cork for the next week: Franks on stage, scary movies, and Disco Pigs

What's on in Cork for the next week: Franks on stage, scary movies, and Disco Pigs

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<p>Claremorris Men's Shed members Tom Cosgrove, Danny McGilloway and Frank McHugh with Fergal Sheridan, store manager at Tesco Claremorris. Picture: Michael McLaughlin</p>

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

‘It’s about being shoulder to shoulder ... and the banter over a cup of tea’

CS Tesco Heroes - Blood Bikes

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

Investing in employees’ futures

Investing in employees’ futures

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

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

Aisling Walsh, customer and strategy manager at ESB Networks

More than 50,000 households are being rewarded for flexible electricity use

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