Cork city writer Thaddeus Ó Buachalla explains why his new novel, translated from its original Irish, is a blend of international destinations and the place where he grew up

A unique workshop in Cork is giving couples the chance to make their own wedding rings. EMER HARRINGTON paid a visit there to find out more.

A Cork teen is one of 14 young people from around the country to join the Gaisce Youth Ambassador panel. MARGARET DONNELLAN spoke to Katie Ní Chróinín about the awards and why she’d encourage young people to get involved in Gaisce.

Laurie O'Dwyer has a passion for whiskey and runs the annual Cork Whiskey Fest with his wife, Sonya. He tells us how he spends his weekend. 

Carl Plover, a punk poet and musician, and operations manager at the Cork Deaf Association, on his signature dish, the people he admires and what makes him happy.

Joleen Cronin and Shane McAuliffe battled the elements last month and spent more than 200 minutes immersed in icy waters off Cork to raise funds for the RNLI. CHANI ANDERSON met the pair at a dip in Fountainstown to find out more.

This week in our Pubs Of Cork series, ÁILÍN QUINLAN visits Eileen’s Bar in Kilcrohane, and talks to the owner and its regulars about what makes it so special

Michelle from Cork is looking for love on the next episode of First Dates Ireland. Plus, X Factor star Mary Byrne meets a plumber who has no idea who she is. 

Glasgow-Born Ken Cairnduff reflected on his time on the building sites and in the pubs of Cork when he came to write a novel in later life. He explains how the process came about

Cork couple Tracey Smiddy and David Hackett tell us about their wedding day. 

Their now forgotten story is told in Mná na Léinte Gorma, a bilingual documentary on TG4. 

There's also plenty of rugby and soccer to look forward to. 

Given her dad's background, it is perhaps not surprising that Faye Shortt found herself involved in the world of comedy. Together they wrote a comedy show, which they're bringing to Cork Opera House next Friday. Faye tells us how she spends her weekend. 

Just a few minutes from Cork city, and steeped in history, Blarney is a highly desirable location. ADRIENNE ACTON selects three properties currently on sale there...

Cork filmmaker Arann Blake on his Home Alone experience, his love of hot sauce, the person he admires most, and the upcoming First Cut Youth Film Festival.

This week in our series Corkonians Abroad, we hear from Sam Curtin, originally from North Cork, who has been travelling the world since 2022, and currently lives in Alberta, Canada

This week in our Pubs Of Cork series, MARGARET DONNELLAN heads to O’Sullivan’s Bar in Douglas, and meets landlord Donal O’Sullivan

The 37-year-old features on this week's episode of the show. 

A group of Cork teens, who were playing at the lowest levels of school basketball just a few years ago and had no indoor training facility, are now preparing to travel to Spain for the World Student Games. MARGARET DONNELLAN hears their inspirational story.

Cork-born author FIONA McCANN reveals the love story of how her father met her mother in a Cork city hospital, her grandfather’s links to Tolkien, and why she set her debut novel in Sherkin. 

A new short film, which recalls the Irish sense of family and community in the 1960s is set to be shown at the Fastnet festival this summer, says CARA O’DOHERTY

A Cork man's idea to rent out his herd of goats to keep overgrown areas in our towns and villages under control is featured on Nationwide. 

Cork couple Emma and Eamonn McSweeney tell us about their wonderful Kerry wedding. 

Yevliliia Yershova will be appearing at the Ortús Chamber Music Festival, which begins tomorrow. She tells us how she spends her weekend.

Moss Russell is a creator and multi-disciplinary artist from Cork, whose new play, Uncouth, will be premiering at the Disrupt Disability Arts Festival this March.

The Midleton floods devastated Deirdre Roberts’ business hopes, but now she has bounced back by launching a Mexican food place in the town, she tells CHRIS DUNNE

DI CURTIN provides two mouth-watering pancake recipes to try at home - one sweet, the other savoury

An East Cork school hosted Ireland’s first Irish language spelling bee in recent days and it’s hoped the event will be the first of many. DEIRDRE MCARDLE was in attendance and found out how it all came about.

As Power’s shop in Crosshaven marks a century in business, CHRIS DUNNE talks to current owner Marie Power about how it has endured down the decades

Richie, 33, is desperately seeking a ‘plus one’ for the many weddings he has been invited to – one of which is happening the very next day… 

Two centuries ago, 11 ships carrying emigrants departed from the port of Cobh bound for Canada, part of a resettlement project organised by a British government official and known as the Peter Robinson Settler Emigration Scheme. 

Writer MARTIN McSWEENEY reveals how a chance encounter in Blarney led to him being invited to a gathering of the Scéal Eile group of women, who read and rate books... and they are now critiqueing his latest work

From a small seed, a mighty Cork business was founded... Micheál Ó Lionáird tells ADRIENNE ACTON about the rise and rise of the jams and preserve business, Folláin.

Who needs roses for St Valentine’s Day when there are so many other plants of the heart to choose from, writes HANNAH STEPHENSON.

Former Cork senior hurling manager John Meyler tells us how he spends his weekend. 

In the latest instalment of our popular weekly series, The Village Pubs Of Cork, NOEL SWEENEY heads to The Blackman Bar on the outskirts of Cork city, and hears from the landlord about its links to a famous Harp advert, and why it remains a ‘country pub’... but just about

New head chef at city charity Penny Dinners, Cork man Jack Revell, tells CHRIS DUNNE how he was born to work in kitchens, and why his new job gives him such a thrill each day

Cork mum Tracey Hackett tells MARGARET DONNELLAN about how her daughter Harper has coped with health issues and is now starting to shine

Two men with heart problems undergo vital surgery in the next episode of Any Given Day: Cork University Hospital while over on TG4 a new series delves into life's challenges 

Plans for a night out with the girls, some alternative Valentine's fun, or some casual counter dining? KATE RYAN shares her recommendations on where to go for a modern Valentine’s Day.

CHRIS DUNNE finds out about the stories told by the Elder Writers Of Cork

Jennifer Luxford and Tommy Cotter, both from Cork city, tell us about their special day. 

JOHN DOLAN takes a look at the sport on TV for the coming week. 

Killian Donnelly is back in Cork this month where he's directing the Cork School of Music's Come From Away. He tells us how he spends his weekend. 

The annual Michelin Guide ‘Reveal Ceremony’ will take place in Ireland next week, marking the first time the event has happened here. KATE RYAN speaks with Cork chefs about the buzz around the event, and what being featured in the guide really means.

Cork artist Maria Healy on her most memorable trip, what makes her happy, and her latest project.

Hailing from the home of pizza - Naples - Antonio D’orio tells CHRIS DUNNE about his new restaurant which has opened in Princes Street in Cork city

This week in our popular weekly series, The Village Pubs Of Cork, NOEL SWEENEY heads to O’Donoghue’s Bar in the East Cork village of Knockraha, and hears from brothers John and Benji about changing times and what the future holds

A Cork community has come together in an effort to transform a former parochial hall in Cobh into a modern theatre venue. MARGARET DONNELLAN finds out about the ambitious project.

JOHN DOLAN takes a look at the sporting action on TV for the week ahead. 

The series follows staff shifts and patient journeys across the Cork hospital. 

It’s the first bank holiday weekend of 2026 after the Christmas period, and Dianne Curtin has receipes for some simple, warming comfort food. 

The 10 weeks of shortest days are now officially over and spring is just around the corner.

For his first book, Cork author TED DINAN, Emeritus Professor of Psychiatry at UCC, explains why he has written a story that touches on matters of life and death

The O’Flynn family has been running a shop in Ladysbridge since 1894. Now Donough has become the fifth generation to take it over. He tells CHRIS DUNNE about being fired by his dad at 16, and why he is “blessed” to be doing the job

Shaunagh McCarthy is looking forward to her 8th season with Cork City FC. When she's not training or playing, she enjoys spending time with loved ones and getting out and about.  She tells us how she spends her weekend. 

Cork artist Elinor O’Donovan says spending time with friends, swimming, and occasionally winning at chess are among the things that make her happy.

Lewis Barker tells CHRIS DUNNE about his eclectic career in kitchens around the globe, about landing a job in a Cork Michelin Star restaurant, and why his favourite dish is a homely old favourite

This week in our popular weekly series, The Village Pubs Of Cork, NOEL SWEENEY checks out Bushe’s Bar in Baltimore, which has been run by two brothers since 1998, and taps into the regular ferries and tourist footfall in the summer

The Apprentice returns to our screens on Thursday. 

He met his future wife there, and they set up business together... Barry McLoughlin tells EMMA CONNOLLY why they decided to sell the Poacher restaurant in Bandon

The Cork man is paired with student teacher, Shannon, and they quickly realise they have a host of mutual friends. 

Dianne Curtin has two recipes that will appeal whether you fancy something sweet or savoury.  

JOHN DOLAN rounds-up the sporting action on TV for the week ahead.

It is always exciting to introduce new planting to the garden from time to time, writes OLIVE RYAN. 

Sarah Sullivan and Jason Corcoran moved to Dubai seven years ago, but came back to Cork to tie the knot before their family and friends. 

Well-known Cork auctioneer, Adrianna Hegarty, has reached a major milestone of 20 years of auctioneering. She tells CHRIS DUNNE about cutting her teeth in business at the mart as a child, and her passion for farming life and the land.

Cork actor Timmy Creed is back in his home city to play the role of Elliot in the Cork Arts Theatre Production of Infinity. He tells us how he spends his weekend. 

Having travelled to all the corners of the globe in his work as a doctor, Cork-based Dr Patrick Treacy tells CHRIS DUNNE why he decided to document his adventures in a book

This week in Corkonians Abroad, JAMES TALLON, who is originally from Cobh, explains why he left for Canberra in Australia 40 years ago during the recession of the mid-1980s

Cork actor Bláithín Mac Gabhann grew up above one of Cork’s best-loved pubs and today lives in Togher - a spot she loves... even if it is on the south side.

Foodie Ella Mills is back with a new plant-based cookbook designed to make healthy weeknight dinners a doddle. Plus, she shares three recipes from it...

The Religious Sisters of Charity are withdrawing from Cork after serving the city for 200 years. COLETTE SHERIDAN finds out about the order and their work from members of the Friends of Mary Aikenhead.

This week in our popular series, The Village Pubs Of Cork, NOEL SWEENEY heads to Tots Pub in Ballygurteen, which has been run since last summer by a Michigan man and his Tipperary-born wife

In 2013, well-known Cork journalist Deirdre O’Reilly suffered a life-changing stroke. She turned to art as part of her rehabilitation and her work has gone on show in Bandon. EMMA CONNOLLY finds out more.

That is the dramatic setting for the next episode of the documentary series Any Given Day: Cork University Hospital on RTÉ1 on Wednesday at 9.35pm.

Virgin Media says the new format will change the way we see interviews on Irish screens. 

This weekend, DIANNE CURTIN has a recipe for mouthwatering baked pork chops on the bone. And for dessert? A warming pear and ginger crumble. 

JOHN DOLAN rounds-up the sporting action on TV for the week ahead. 

Winter woodland walks have a particular beauty at this time of the year. With the leaves stripped from the branches, the bark stands bare and larger trees are majestic in their size and span, more noticeable now that the light is coming through and branching patterns can be observed, says OLIVE RYAN. 

Cork couple Paul Goggin and Karen Barry put their plans for a big wedding on hold a decade ago,  but last month they celebrated their love with family and friends as they marked their tenth wedding anniversary. 

Michelin Guide recognised chef Meeran Manzoor tells us how he spends his weekend, and shares his top restaurants in Cork 

Looking to move home this year? ADRIENNE ACTON runs the rule over three attractive properties currently on sale in Youghal

Youghal sporting legend Eddie O’Sullivan tells CHRIS DUNNE why he has swapped scrums for scrumptious recipes for his winning soda bread - and published a book on how to do it. 

Violinist Marja Gaynor says she loves to spend her free time looking after horses and catching up on Bake Off with her family. She plays at the Ortús festival in Cork next month.

Crime fiction is hugely popular in Ireland, and an event in Courtmacsherry next month taps into this, says MARY McCARTHY

The new Bored Of Lunch: Meal Planner will have you cooking, saving money, and organising your time better in 2026. Plus, here are three of its recipes to try at home...

Singer, raconteur, and proud Cork man, Seán Ó Sé died this week. Here, we reshare an excerpt from an interview with 'de Pucker', by Linda Kenny, where he spoke about family, his happy memories working in education, and his wonderful years collaborating with Seán Ó Riada.

This week in our series Corkonians Abroad, we hear how David O’Keeffe, who was born and raised in Cork city, was lured to New York by his passion for soccer, and is now a teacher there

As the Granary Foodstore in Midleton marks its 30th anniversary, CHRIS DUNNE talks to the past and present owners about the secrets of its success, and what the future holds. 

This week in our popular weekly series, The Village Pubs Of Cork, NOEL SWEENEY heads to The Algiers in Baltimore, named after an infamous pirate raid in the 1600s, and which is run by a couple who moved here from the US. 

Did you do the Diffney Quiz in the Holly Bough, or maybe you completed our bumper crossword? Find the solutions and our winners here.

A new six-part series following staff shifts and patient journeys across CUH continues next week. 

Co-screenwriter for the new movie Hamnet, prize-winning Irish novelist Maggie O’Farrell says she has loved every minute of it

JOHN DOLAN takes a look at the sport highlights for the coming week.