Public knowledge hasn’t kept up with the scientific breakthroughs made in stopping HIV transmissions, hears Liz Connor.

In her weekly Theatre Nights round-up, JO KERRIGAN previews what's coming up on Cork stages, including the Fit Up Festival in Ballydehob

Person to Person: A Q&A with GIY chef Jean-Baptiste Dubois

So easy to make, this strawberry mousse tart is full of the tastes of high summer

As we continue our ‘Al fresco’ series by KATE RYAN, she rounds up some of the best food trucks in Cork right now

Cork fire station officer Chris Gledhill spent the pandemic turning a fire truck into a business... now Blazing Beans is doing a roaring trade, he tells CHRIS DUNNE

In part two of our series on Cork’s corner shops, CHRIS DUNNE chats to Marie Power of Power’s shop in Crosshaven

Pet O’Connell finds feathered and feline friends in two new books with Cork connections

An exhibition marking the continued use of the site at Nano Nagle Place, on Douglas Street, for 250 years, opens next week, writes COLETTE SHERIDAN

In her monthly series ‘A Year in Flavour’, KATE RYAN tells us what we should be growing, sowing, shopping for and cooking

From preventative steps to limit your risk, to remedies that can help ease the pain of trapped nerves, Liz Connor takes a closer look.

For a summertime Weekend Foodie, Di Curtin has recipes for salmon pesto and a cherry dessert

The heatwave can be a difficult time for gardeners, but Olive Ryan has some tips on when and how to water them

A Doneraile bride and Mallow groom recall their special day

Person to Person: A Q&A with Laura O'Mahony, part of The Everyman Outdoors @ Elizabeth Fort show

A new six-part RTE music show begins tonight, which features a host of homegrown talent, says John Dolan

Kevin Terry tells Gráinne McGuinness how genetic genealogy and increased access to records online have helped research for his latest book on the Terry family name in Cork

Conal Creedon tells AISLING MEATH about how lockdown affected him, and his first gig back, alongside his old friend John Spillane, in a place that’s close to his heart — the Beara Peninsula

RACHEL O’SHEA, Information Officer with the South Munster Citizens Information Service, discusses some common employment queries

If you are looking for a great coffee cake that’s a bit different, then this is the one! It is a coffee cake that also happens to be vegan — it’s moist and delicious, enjoy!

In our new four-part ‘Al fresco’ series, KATE RYAN looks at the ways in which we can embrace outdoor dining this summer. This week she talks to Claire Nash of Nash 19 about the reimagining of our city streets

In the final part of our Come to My Town series, MARTINA O’DONOGHUE visits the wonderful West Cork town of Dunmanway and talks to local resident Sandra Maybury about what it has to offer

In a new weekly series for The Echo, CHRIS DUNNE visits some of Cork’s much-loved corner shops and chats to those behind the counter, starting with a veteran shopkeeper in Macroom

In the final part of our 12-part series, Exploring Natural Cork, RICHARD GORDON visits the beautiful Dursey Island on the Beara Peninsula, taking a trip on Ireland’s only cable car along the way

Opening a new restaurant and welcoming their first child were two dreams realised by a couple, during the pandemic, writes CHRIS DUNNE

Cork's Ingrid Swan is one of the judges in a new TV series which starts on RTE this week.

Catherine Crowley and John Murphy who live in Dunmanway, both mental health nurses working in Cork University Hospital, wed on June 4.

In a new weekly column, we share videos by Dario Cascio (The Sicilian Wanderer) about some of Cork's favourite places and people. Here Dario visits the grounds of St Fin Barre's Cathedral

It's a tart, but not a tart! Check out this delicious recipe by Mercy Fenton

Pet O’Connell selects of the best stories for summer reading

In the last episode, our heroine’s final thoughts...

Cork comedian Tadhg Hickey showcases his show In One Eye, Out the Other as part of The Everyman Outdoors @ Elizabeth Fort Summer Season.

Annie May goes live... in our latest edition of our Summer Soap

Aisling Meath chats to West Cork born writer Dave Lordan about his new work

In the tenth episode of our Summer Soap, a shock at the radio station...

In the ninth episode, opportunities beckon for Annie May...

Elaine Duggan and her family spent an afternoon on the sea with Cork Harbour Cruises... here is how she got on 

Senita Appiakorang, who studied at UCC is part of a new Irish music platform, The X Collective, featuring over 70 artists and creatives

We are seeking Cork couples who would like to feature in our Wedding of the Week. See below how you can get involved.

Cork County Council has appointed an inaugural historian-in-residence. COLETTE SHERIDAN catches up with the man who has assumed the post, Tony Harpur

As we continue to explore Cork’s towns to see what they have to offer, MARTINA O’DONOGHUE visits Kanturk where she chats to Kieran Fitzgerald about all his hometown has to offer

In the eighth episode, a baptism of fire at work for Annie May...

As we continue our 12-part series on Cork’s Natural beauty spots, RICHARD GORDON switches off from the modern world and reconnects with nature, during a visit to Ballycotton Cliff Walk

In the seventh episode of our Summer Soap there's good news at last for Annie May...

After spending years helping others as a youth worker, Barrie Deehan found he needed support himself when he was diagnosed with cancer. He tells CHRIS DUNNE about his positive mindset

These newly weds met when they were youngsters and went to the same secondary school

The concert, set to air later this week, features a host of top names

Girls are three times more likely to give up on sport, than boys - it's an issue that Cork's Anna Geary is hoping to tackle in a new TV programme

I loved the gooseberry curd last week so much I wanted to try something different with it, so here’s a gooseberry take on tiramisu.

In the sixth episode our of Summer Soap series, a letdown for Annie May...

In the fifth episode our of Summer Soap, our trio of friends catch a movie...

Rachel Croash is one of the artists taking part in Cork Opera House’s Cara O’Sullivan associate artists programme, performing at venues around Cork during July

Writers and audiences will come together for West Cork Literary Festival

Support as we emerge from Covid is vital for our elderly, so says Patrick Byrne, an art psychotherapist

In the fourth episode of our Summer Soap, Annie May undertakes an unusual interview

Seaside memories feature this week as people share their holiday memories with Jo Kerrigan in Throwback Thursday

We catch up with singer-songwriter Molly O’Mahony, of art-folk band, Mongoose, who has just struck out alone and released her first single, in our Person to Person

We continue our Summer Soap. Today in episode three, Annie May finds Cork culture on tap

We continue our Summer Soap series, Annie May and The Hit Brigade

As it celebrates its tenth anniversary, CHRIS DUNNE speaks to the people behind Youghal’s successful fun bus, which has become a vital part of the town’s community

As we continue our series visiting Cork towns to see what is on offer, MARTINA O’DONOGHUE pays a visit to Skibbereen in West Cork and chats to local Cian O’Mahony to find out about the town’s gems

In the first episode of our Summer Soap 'Annie May And The Hit Brigade' we meet Annie May and discover her desire to see the world

Musician and artist Deirdre Frost talks to CHRIS DUNNE about changing her creative licence mid-life, what inspired her most recent art work, and life during lockdown

As we continue our 12-part series Exploring Natural Cork, RICHARD GORDON visits Glengarriff Nature Reserve where he found a variety of walks

This Cork couple first got together when they worked side by side in Ballinhassig. Paula O'Mahony and Michael McCarthy who live in Lehenaghbeg tell us about their special day

From big name authors to blistering debuts, we’ve compiled the must-reads of the season

Sarah Byrne, Writer and Artistic Director of The Well Review takes part in the West Cork Literary Festival this month

CHRIS DUNNE catches up with two women who have opened an artisan bakery in Skibbereen, called Flour And Water

The Echo’s Summer Soap returns on Monday — a brilliant story told over 12 episodes. COLETTE SHERIDAN talks to the writer

In a new weekly column, we share videos by Dario Cascio (The Sicilian Wanderer) about some of Cork's favourite places and people. Here Dario visits Spike Island - which was once the largest prison in the world - and the most feared

Eimear Ryan’s debut novel ‘Holding her Breath’ is out now. She will be appearing at the West Cork Literary Festival, which runs from July 9 to 16

In her monthly column, A Year in Flavour, KATE RYAN tells us what to grow, sow and forage at this time of year

Here's our latest online KidzZone quiz, by Ronan Leonard. Take part in it and be in with a chance of winning a 30 euro voucher...

A Cork illustrator has launched a new collection of prints inspired by Irish cinema. EMMA CONNOLLY catches up with Ray Hurley to find out more

Corkman Zeik Tuit spent 25 years as a fisherman and now distributes his catches all over Cork. He tells CHRIS DUNNE it’s a tough industry which he learned from his father

Cork’s biggest satellite town is in the spotlight this week as MARTINA O’DONOGHUE finds out what Carrigaline has to offer, from skating, to walking and kayaking and much more

Have you ever ventured along The West Cork Garden Trail? Olive Ryan tells us more in her weekly column

DIY enthusiast and interiors buff Angela Lee tells CHRIS DUNNE about the joy of building a home cinema in their back garden, in a Cork housing estate, during lockdown

RICHARD GORDON continues his exploration of some of Cork’s natural wonders in this 12-part feature series. Today he recalls a visit to the beautiful Barley Cove beach, where he spent a gorgeous sunny day

Love Island starts on Monday, June 28... meet the group taking part in this year's show

Di Curtin shares the perfect steak recipe if you are having a BBQ this weekend

John Dolan gives us the low-down on what sports programmes and games will be hitting our TV screens this week, starting Saturday June 26

Christabel Geary wed James McCann in Hayfield Manor. The couple live in Belgooly

This cake is really lovely, it’s got everything going for it, full of carrot and coconut with a tart lemon icing, it’s moist and delicious. It looks great and cuts well and it will keep well for three to four days if wrapped well. So get baking.

A Cork neurosurgeon tells COLETTE SHERIDAN how he spent the pandemic saving lives in London, while being forced to spend six months apart from his young family

Cork singer songwriter Stephanie Rainey tells us how she likes to spend the weekends

As the schools break for the summer holidays, our beaches and coastlines will get busier. CHRIS DUNNE talks to Cork County Council Safety Officer to get some advice on how to stay safe

We catch up with Ian Walsh, from the band Pontious Pilate and the Naildrivers, who have been busy writing new music and can’t wait to share it

Lots of picnics and lots of out-and-about brought about my search for a sweet treat that’s easy to transport, keeps well, and sorts the munchies. These pecan bars, that are like a mixture between shortcake and shortbread, are simple to make, and tasty and delicious.

As the temperatures are now up, it is important to be vigilant in the control of pests, so says Olive Ryan in her weekly gardening column

In our Come to My Town series MARTINA O’DONOGHUE continues to shine a light on places around Cork and what they have to offer. This week we feature Ballincollig and chat to resident Tom Butler about its gems

A Cork man who founded a charity, Mothers First, in India back in 2004 tells CHRIS DUNNE about their ongoing work

We continue to explore some of Cork’s natural wonders in our 12-part series. Today RICHARD GORDON recalls his visit to Mullinhassig Wood and Waterfalls, in Aghavrin, 4km from Coachford

Angela Sweeney, an author and historian based in Passage West, talks to CHRIS DUNNE about being born with a disability, her childhood in care, her return to education as an adult and writing six books

Murder at the Cottage: The Search for Justice for Sophie landed on Sky Crime and Now TV  last night. Here Cara O'Doherty reviews the new documentary