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Cork TD slams doubling of transport fee for primary school students next year

The 2026/2027 academic year will see transport fees for both primary school and post primary children rising to €100 per child.

Cork women take on Arctic test for charity

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Cork women take on Arctic test for charity

Gabriella O’Keeffe from Buttevant and Karen Daly from Cork city were part of a team of 14 who signed up for the week long trek.

Sars edge out Charleville after tight hurling league clash

cork sport

Sars edge out Charleville after tight hurling league clash

Wing-back Bryan Murphy lashed over four points at Kildorrery

cork views

John Dolan: The best TV series of the year, and a Cork actor steals the show

John Dolan: The best TV series of the year, and a Cork actor steals the show

what's on

'These will appeal to those with a quirky sense of humour': Triskel season to show indie director's trilogy

'These will appeal to those with a quirky sense of humour': Triskel season to show indie director's trilogy

cork news

Cork comedian Kent includes local towns in upcoming tour

Cork comedian Kent includes local towns in upcoming tour

cork news

Three Cork firms are finalists in entrepreneur awards

Three Cork firms are finalists in entrepreneur awards

Cork News

<p>Winners of the MTU Entrepreneur of the Year: Eolan Lynch, Ballincollig; James Ahern, Inniscara; Calum McKenna, Wicklow; Lia Conlan, Bandon; Oscar Cahalane, Carrigtohill; Clara McCarthy, Midleton and Hernan Grisolia, Mallow, for their startup MastiTrak, a mastitis detection device. </p>

Innovation awards at Cork's MTU bring technology to the fore

The competition, now in its 25th year, is sponsored by the Cork and Kerry Local Enterprise Offices, and the showcase took place at the university’s Bishopstown Campus.

Knowledge of the law is crucial for a fair trial

Cork solicitor is nominated as a new District Court judge

Focus Ireland to benefit from 5k race in memory of PwC Cork partner Anthony

Focus Ireland to benefit from 5k race in memory of PwC Cork partner Anthony

Reidy's, Bull McCabes, The Wilton, and The Grange lead wave of Cork pub sales

Reidy's, Bull McCabes, The Wilton, and The Grange lead wave of Cork pub sales

Cork students raise over €1,000 from local events for homeless charity Focus Ireland

Cork students raise over €1,000 from local events for homeless charity Focus Ireland

cork sport

<p> Robbie Cotter, Blackrock, taking on Rhys Dunne and Brian Moylan, Glen Rovers, in the RedFM Division 1 Hurling League at Church Road. Picture: Jim Coughlan.</p>

Blackrock power on in second half to beat Glen Rovers despite Patrick Horgan goal

Robbie Cotter was in razor sharp form for the hosts who made full use of the wind

Cork v Galway - 2021 Electric Ireland GAA Hurling All-Ireland Minor Championship Final

Cork U20s' responses heartening for manager Noel Furlong

Cork City held to scoreless draw away to Finn Harps

Cork City held to scoreless draw away to Finn Harps

Cork v Offaly - Allianz Hurling League Division 1A

Ben O'Connor grateful for the strength of Cork hurling management support structure

Carrigtwohill pick up first win in Red FM Division 1 Hurling League against Fr O'Neill's

Carrigtwohill pick up first win in Red FM Division 1 Hurling League against Fr O'Neill's

Cork Lives

<p class="contextmenu internal_Caption">Eoghan O’Flynn brings more than a decade of culinary experience to his new role at the Metropole Hotel, having worked in a diverse array of kitchens from Michelin Star fine dining establishments to local bistros and takeaways. Picture: Brian Lougheed</p>

My Weekend: 'Working in kitchens can be quite anti-social as weekends are rarely free'

Cork man Eoghan O'Flynn was recently appointed as the Executive Head Chef at the Metropole Hotel. He tells us how he spends his weekend.

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Shane Casey: 'We're like a little family..we all have our little jokes and bits of fun'

TV sport round-up: Rebels in league final, and Rory Masters bid

TV sport round-up: Rebels in league final, and Rory Masters bid

Cork author: 'It’s one thing to get diagnosed with ADHD, it's another to get it all down on paper'

Cork author: 'It’s one thing to get diagnosed with ADHD, it's another to get it all down on paper'

Person to Person: 'There’s nothing quite like one’s bed and books'

Person to Person: 'There’s nothing quite like one’s bed and books'

Cork Views

<p class="contextmenu internal_Caption">A previous Boardmatch Live event in Dublin. There is one in Cork on April 23</p>

Cork event aims to connect volunteers with charity boards

A unique event in Cork city this month will aim to connect people up with various charities that are crying out for their expertise, says EVA GURN, CEO of Boardmatch

An Easter tale... about a Cork man who ‘rose from the dead’!

An Easter tale... about a Cork man who ‘rose from the dead’!

Áilín Quinlan: I never knew I had a nut allergy - then I bit into a chocolate...

Áilín Quinlan: I never knew I had a nut allergy - then I bit into a chocolate...

10 things to do in Cork with the kids this Easter

10 things to do in Cork with the kids this Easter

Appeal to public to support Cork's Firkin Crane

Appeal to public to support Cork's Firkin Crane

Nostalgia

<p class="contextmenu internal_Caption">Members of The Royal Showband, with singer Brendan Bowyer back left, publicise their new single, The Hucklebuck, at the bowling alley on Grand Parade, Cork, in February, 1965</p>

Throwback Thursday: Memories of the showband era in Cork

This week in Throwback Thursday, JO KERRIGAN remembers the halcyon days of the showband era in Cork, and recalls some of the great bands of those days

The man who resurrected Cork City’s library service from the ashes

The man who resurrected Cork City’s library service from the ashes

Throwback Thursday: Tripe? Yuk, but dad loved his crubeens!

Throwback Thursday: Tripe? Yuk, but dad loved his crubeens!

The legacy and legend of Cork's 'Yella Horse'

The legacy and legend of Cork's 'Yella Horse'

Throwback Thursday: A list of North Main Street shops in 1875

Throwback Thursday: A list of North Main Street shops in 1875

WOW

<p>Emer O'Callaghan in her uniform at Emerald Beauty Clinic. </p>

Emer O'Callaghan: No two women are the same when it comes to menopause

While many ladies find this such a liberating time in their lives, many others don’t, and we are all different in not just how we feel about things but how our bodies work too, says EMER O'CALLAGHAN.

7 simple ways to stop your child becoming a fussy eater

7 simple ways to help stop your child turning into a fussy eater

My Career: ‘My role is all about keeping things running smoothly’

My Career: ‘My role is all about keeping things running smoothly’

Cork woman on joining Toastmasters: ‘What I treasure most are the friendships I’ve made’

Cork woman on joining Toastmasters: ‘What I treasure most are the friendships I’ve made’

Cost of living crisis

Julie Helen: ‘I feel the cost of disability in my pocket daily’

entertainment

<p>Children can meet the Easter bunny at Fota House at the weekend. </p>

Weekend plans? Your guide to what's happening in Cork

Whether you are looking for family events, theatre, or music, there's plenty happening in Cork this weekend.

Nightclub lights and silhouette of a party crowd

Mór Disco resurrected: Clubbers have lots to look forward to over Easter

An Easter gig hunt: Top picks for live music in Cork

An Easter gig hunt: Top picks for live music in Cork

Theatre Nights: Rocking show, drama, and Dubliners’ encore

Theatre Nights: Rocking show, drama, and Dubliners’ encore

What to expect at Retrospect Arts Festival in Cork this week

What to expect at Retrospect Arts Festival in Cork this week

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Driving Growth in Munster: How property finance is powering Cork’s future

Cork at the heart of Ireland’s regional growth strategy

Passionate producers get a helping hand from Tesco

Passionate producers get a helping hand from Tesco

Where tech meets care: At the forefront of IVF

Where tech meets care: At the forefront of IVF

10 minutes with Shannon O’Sullivan of Corlann

10 minutes with Shannon O’Sullivan of Corlann

10 minutes with Jason Cooke of Cheshire Ireland

10 minutes with Jason Cooke of Cheshire Ireland

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