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<p>It comes as figures released by the Irish Nurses and Midwives Organisation showed that 939 people were treated on trolleys in CUH last month, up from 907 in March 2025. Picture:Denis Scannell.</p>

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Cork hospital implemented full-capacity protocols 58% of days since January 2025

Over the 454-day period, the protocols were implemented on 58% of the days. The measures were implemented 200 times last year, and 66 times so far this year.

Aldi Discount Supermarket. Aldi sells a range of grocery items, including produce, meat and dairy at discount prices.

cork news

Man stole goods from Aldi in Cork because his children were visiting

The accused was sentenced to two months in prison suspended for 12 months

Jack Crowley and Craig Casey dejected after the match 4/4/2026

cork sport

David Corkery on rugby: Munster top brass have a lot to answer for, too many players just aren't good enough

'Apart from Jack Crowley, Tadhg Beirne, Alex Nankivell and Ben O’Connor, there was no other Munster player on Saturday that would come within touching distance of making Exeter’s match day 23'

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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

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'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

Two more Cork people added to Irish 'dictionary of biography'

Two more Cork people added to Irish 'dictionary of biography'

cork news

Cork students from Crosshaven and Carrigaline in enterprise finals

Cork students from Crosshaven and Carrigaline in enterprise finals

Cork News

<p>Eimear McCrann, director, EY Entrepreneur of the Year and EY Private; Bobby Healy, Manna Air Delivery; Jennifer Rock, Skingredients Ltd, and Roger Wallace, head of assurance and EY Entrepreneur of the Year Ireland, at the announcement of the EY Entrepreneur of the Year 2026 finalists. <span class="contextmenu emphasis CaptionCredit">Picture: Naoise Culhane</span>
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Three Cork firms are finalists in entrepreneur awards

Each year, 24 finalists are selected by a dedicated judging panel, spread in groups of eight candidates across the three categories of emerging, established, and international.

Cork women take on Arctic test for charity

Cork women take on Arctic test for charity

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

Cork comedian Kent includes local towns in upcoming tour

Cork comedian Kent includes local towns in upcoming tour

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

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

cork sport

<p>Christina Desmond, here celebrating a victory in February at the Parochial Hall, has now won four fights in six months. Picture: Doug Minihane</p>

Cork boxer Christina Desmond eyes title fight after moving into world ranking top 10

Four victory in six months for the talented Leesider

Hurling league final: Key match-ups as Limerick host Cork

Hurling league final: Key match-ups as Limerick host Cork

How much does a league title mean to Limerick and Cork if they don't add an All-Ireland?

How much does a league title mean to Limerick and Cork if they don't add an All-Ireland?

Dylan McGlade double in Kerry fires Cobh Ramblers to second league win

Dylan McGlade double in Kerry fires Cobh Ramblers to second league win

Sars edge out Charleville after tight hurling league clash

Sars edge out Charleville after tight hurling league clash

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’

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<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.

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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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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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