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<p>Flowers at the residence on Rockview Terrace, Doneraile, Co Cork, where the body of postman Barry Daly (inset) was discovered. Picture: Dan Linehan</p>

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Defendant in Cork murder trial disputes claim someone shouted 'I'm going to kill you' to postman

Court heard evidence given by the late Barry Daly's partner who said she heard the words said from outside the couple's house as she lay in bed

Manna drone delivery pause welcomed by residents in Cork

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Manna drone delivery pause welcomed by residents in Cork

Campaigners say noise, privacy and planning concerns remain despite the company's decision to suspend operations

John Cleary celebrates after the game 13/6/2026

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Cork footballers win should remind hurlers that there is no such thing as a certainty in sport

Next Sunday, Offaly are given little or no chance against Ben O'Connor's men but when the business end of the season is reached no team should be written off.

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My Weekend: 'I'm usually tucked up in bed by 10pm on a Friday night'

My Weekend: 'I'm usually tucked up in bed by 10pm on a Friday night'

cork views

Cork unites for tribute concert to music great Jimmy Crowley

Cork unites for tribute concert to music great Jimmy Crowley

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Youthreach facility to be located in Macroom's old post office

Youthreach facility to be located in Macroom's old post office

cork news

Smell from Ballinure waste water pump to be monitored by Uisce Éireann

Smell from Ballinure waste water pump to be monitored by Uisce Éireann

Cork News

<p>The Cork Docklands Enabling Infrastructure Project is a major plan to deliver new public realm roads, parks, and cultural spaces, with the proposals expected to open up space for 10,000 new houses. Picture: David Creedon</p>

Cost of developing Cork's docklands has doubled in five years to more than €1bn

The lion’s share of the cost increases stem from the rising cost of building the controversial Eastern Gateway Bridge, which has seen a four-fold increase from €74m to €311m.

Cork City's Cape Verde player tells of his World Cup pride

Cork City's Cape Verde player tells of his World Cup pride

'Court registrar par excellence' gets glowing tributes from judges as he retires after 47 years

'Court registrar par excellence' gets glowing tributes from judges as he retires after 47 years

A cut above: Cork barber enjoys the small talk with Ireland football stars

A cut above: Cork barber enjoys the small talk with Ireland football stars

Homes evacuated after suspected pipe bomb found in Bandon

Homes evacuated after suspected pipe bomb found in Bandon

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<p>Cork's Kate Redmond avoids the tackle of Eve Power and Maeve Daly of Waterford during their TG4 LGFA All-Ireland Senior Championship match in the Fraher Field, Dungarvan. Picture: Howard Crowdy</p>

Get out and support camogie and ladies football sides

As always in Cork, there is massive hype around the senior hurling team, and there always will be. Support is fast-growing for the footballers, especially after their magnificent display to beat Donegal.

Cork v Limerick - Munster GAA Senior Hurling Championship Final

If Cork are to win an All-Ireland, they will need to trust their bench more in the biggest games

Liam Hoare and Ciarán Burke with Jack Sheridan 24/5/2026

Offaly's All-Ireland U20 winners have been the driving force behind their senior hurling resurgence

Seven consecutive wins the target as Cork City host Treaty United

Seven consecutive wins the target as Cork City host Treaty United

Cobh looking to bounce back from Longford disappointment at home to Finn Harps

Cobh looking to bounce back from Longford disappointment at home to Finn Harps

Cork Lives

<p class="contextmenu internal_Caption">William Buckley of Cork and Donal Shirley of Offaly during the Allianz Hurling League Division 1A match. <span class="contextmenu emphasis CaptionCredit">Picture:Tyler Miller/Sportsfile</span>
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TV sport round up: Hurlers in action..plus World Cup continues

John Dolan shares his top sports TV picks for the week ahead.

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TV: Feast of music and festivals on our screens

Person to Person: 'I’m looking forward to a summer full of music and travelling'

Person to Person: 'I’m looking forward to a summer full of music and travelling'

Cork man: 'I turned my life round and lost 80kg’

Cork man: 'I turned my life round and lost 80kg’

The Pubs of Cork: 'I've been smitten with the bar business since the start, 50 years ago'

The Pubs of Cork: 'I've been smitten with the bar business since the start, 50 years ago'

Cork Views

<p>Fathers will be celebrated this Sunday, and their roles in the household have changed hugely in a few generations. iStock</p>

'Fatherhood used to be simple': The new rules of being a good dad

Ahead of Father’s Day this Sunday, LISA SALMON hears from an author and dad who believes the role has shifted in modern times - and sets out the new rules to being a good father

John Arnold: Remarkable women never met... though families lived a mile apart

John Arnold: Remarkable women never met... though families lived a mile apart

Cork Summer Show: What to expect at this year's event

Cork Summer Show: What to expect at this year's event

Young woman alone slowly walking under white street lights in night. Dark time. Peaceful atmosphere in mist. Foggy air. Back vie

Áilín Quinlan: I may have dodged a bullet.. but encounters have stayed with me

Gardening - Woman enjoy relaxing in the garden

Cork Views: Why can't we dislodge the guilt around taking a break?

Nostalgia

<p>Some of the bridges across the North channel of the River Lee, Cork in 1986.</p>

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

In this week’s THROWBACK THURSDAY, Jo Kerrigan hears memories of driving tests, and more on the many bridges that run across the Lee connecting the city.

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

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

Throwback Thursday: My Kilgrew’s train set from 1964 still works perfectly

Throwback Thursday: My Kilgrew’s train set from 1964 still works perfectly

Cork nostalgia: Legends and tales from my time working at the post counter

Cork nostalgia: Legends and tales from my time working at the post counter

Throwback Thursday: 'I still have the pram I got from Kilgrew’s in Cork city'

Throwback Thursday: 'I still have the pram I got from Kilgrew’s in Cork city'

WOW

<p>"I’m lucky to have a job that allows women and men to work on a more level playing field."</p>

My Career: ‘Veterinary is busy, but very rewarding’

Gene Cashman, Veterinarian at Village Vets Glanmire tells WoW about her career journey.

Retraining at 48: ‘I’m proof there can be a new chapter when you least expect it’

Retraining at 48: ‘I’m proof there can be a new chapter when you least expect it’

Julie Helen: Time is ticking for people waiting for drug approvals

Julie Helen: Time is ticking for people waiting for drug approvals

Louise O'Neill: ‘It’s absolutely crucial that I go home to West Cork when I'm writing'

Louise O'Neill: ‘It’s absolutely crucial that I go home to West Cork when I'm writing'

Cork Federation of the ICA celebrates 90th anniversary

Cork Federation of the ICA celebrates 90th anniversary

entertainment

<p>A great weekend of nightlife awaits in Cork.</p>

Clubbers: Cosmic Disco Party welcome OneCanChan to Dali for their maiden Cork appearance

And we've also got the West Cork Reggae Fest this weekend, enthuses Don O'Mahony

Glastonbury Festival 2025

Weekend plans? Our guide to what's happening in Cork this Saturday and Sunday

Live at the Marquee brings joy for Bell X1

Live at the Marquee brings joy for Bell X1

Theatre Nights: A feast of dance, drama, and music

Theatre Nights: A feast of dance, drama, and music

David Gray: Live at the Marquee gigs in Cork are special

David Gray: Live at the Marquee gigs in Cork are special

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