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<p>Cork's William Buckley tries to get away from Barry Nash of Limerick during Sunday's Munster SHC game at SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh. Picture: Tom Beary/Sportsfile</p>

cork sport

Cork v Limerick: Late scores see Rebels make it two wins from two

Visitors battled back to lead in closing stages despite being down to 14 men but Cork finished well

RNLI Baltimore rescues 45ft yacht in difficulty off coast of West Cork

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RNLI Baltimore rescues 45ft yacht in difficulty off coast of West Cork

The boat, with four passengers on board, including a dog, suffered a ripped sail and engine failure near Sherkin Island.

Carbery Rangers razor sharp as they beat St Finbarr's in Togher in SFL

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Carbery Rangers razor sharp as they beat St Finbarr's in Togher in SFL

West Cork side hit an impressive 2-16 on Sunday morning in a lively Division 1 clash

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Cork man's World Cup adventure in London 60 years ago

Cork man's World Cup adventure in London 60 years ago

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Judges revealed for Network Cork businesswoman of the year awards

Judges revealed for Network Cork businesswoman of the year awards

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20260415 CCFC - Here's Health

Healthy win for Cork health store in run-up to cup final

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Garda stock

Drunk man verbally abused garda in Cork city

Cork News

<p>For passengers planning to book holidays and plan to travel in the coming months, Mr Randles advised that there are consumer protections in place.</p>

Cork-based travel chief says holiday bookings are down 20% over uncertainly

The war in the Middle East and the ongoing fuel crisis have both resulted in uncertainty around what is the best course of action for people planning to travel over the coming months.

Cork-based bishop who married Posh and Becks keeps in contact with celeb couple

Cork-based bishop who married Posh and Becks keeps in contact with celeb couple

In pictures: Cork Rotary Club plants trees to mark anniversary

In pictures: Cork Rotary Club plants trees to mark anniversary

Cork Garda appeal for information results in suspect appearing in court

Cork Garda appeal for information results in suspect appearing in court

Cork Airport launches partnership with Uber

Cork Airport launches partnership with Uber

cork sport

<p>Knocknagree's Gearóid Looney is closed down by the Douglas defence. Picture: Mark Nolan</p>

Goalkeeper Andrew Cotter nails two orange flags to help Douglas defeat Knocknagree

City side have picked up their first win of the season as they recovered from seven points down

Tipperary v Cork - Munster GAA Football Senior Championship Semi-Final

Cork footballers will need fans out in force as they head into Munster final on enemy ground

Cork hurlers must find another gear as Limerick come to town

Cork hurlers must find another gear as Limerick come to town

John Hodnett is congratulated by fans as he leaves the pitch 25/4/2026

Munster put Ulster's B team to the sword but this was a strange game and injuries to key players have spoiled the win

Tipperary v Cork - Munster GAA Football Senior Championship Semi-Final

Cork Player Ratings: Subs made all the difference for footballers against Tipp

Cork Lives

<p class="contextmenu internal_Caption">John Harrington on Dursey Island</p>

The day the children of Sherkin Island were visited by lion cub

A new book explores the heritage of the islands off West Cork, and digs up stories that show the connection between the inhabitants and the wildlife and animals around them

Cork group keeping history alive for future generations

Cork group keeping history alive for future generations

My Weekend: 'Nights out are few and far between with two smallies'

My Weekend: 'Nights out are few and far between with two smallies'

Wedding of the Week: Barrack Street Band made special appearance at Cork nuptials

Wedding of the Week: Barrack Street Band made special appearance at Cork nuptials

TV: Cork has a starring role in coast documentary

TV: Cork has a starring role in coast documentary

Cork Views

<p class="contextmenu internal_Caption">The 1926 Census page for Roscommon showing John Dolan’s grandfather John Joe and the mystery figure of James Mulligan as John’s great great grandfather. BELOW: The marriage cert showing Michael Beirne as Margaret’s father</p>

John Dolan: My family Census riddle... Who the heck is James Mulligan?!

I’ve spent the past few days trying to solve this family riddle. It’s a real puzzle, writes JOHN DOLAN.

Cork city festival celebrates the joy of singing

Cork city festival celebrates the joy of singing

John Arnold: I miss milking and the herd... but I’m loving retirement too

John Arnold: I miss milking and the herd... but I’m loving retirement too

Cork festival highlights how the art world and neurodiversity can combine

Cork festival highlights how the art world and neurodiversity can combine

Students Listening To Female Teacher In Classroom

Áilín Quinlan: Textbooks, not laptops... Get back to basics in classrooms

Nostalgia

<p class="contextmenu internal_Caption">Philip McIntyre with the Ford Anglia staff car somewhere on the Butter Road, in October 1961. Picture supplied by his son, Cyril McIntyre</p>

Throwback Thursday: My father was a Cork bus inspector in '60s

This week in Throwback Thursday, JO KERRIGAN hears about the life of a Cork bus inspector, plus memories of the céilí sessions and dances of yesterday

Forget hurling... cricket was the first sport at St Colman’s

Forget hurling... cricket was the first sport at St Colman’s

Throwback Thursday: 'I used to drive revellers to Majorca in Crosshaven'

Throwback Thursday: 'I used to drive revellers to Majorca in Crosshaven'

The day a Cork footballer kissed a Lisbon Lion’s knee

The day a Cork footballer kissed a Lisbon Lion’s knee

Throwback Thursday: ‘The manager stared at the wild display in horror and put a stop to jitterbugging’

Throwback Thursday: ‘The manager stared at the wild display in horror and put a stop to jitterbugging’

WOW

<p>Emer O’Callaghan launching her six-week skin Kickstart programme wearing this season’s hit colour, lemon. Dress from Ruby Rouge Boutique, make-up is Master Colors Paris, available at Emerald Beauty Clinic, 021 4365949. Postage options available.</p>

Emer O'Callaghan: Six weeks to transform your skin

One thing is for sure, you won’t ever regret the work, the time, the care and investment you put into your skin, writes EMER O'CALLAGHAN.

6 wedding guest outfit trends for 2026

Wedding coming up? Six key trends for guests for 2026

Elderly woman reading paperwork

Cork elder mediator: ‘Not enough people think ahead on major decisions’

‘I love the buzz’: Working at the coal face in hospitality in Cork

‘I love the buzz’: Working at the coal face in hospitality in Cork

Interior

Julie Helen: Things that go bump in the night

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<p>Prince collaborated with and inspired many generations of artists, many of whom look at him as the North Star when it comes to artistry.</p>

Stevie G: I hailed Prince as 'greatest living artist'... and he died that day!

By pure coincidence the article was published earlier on the same day before his death was known, says Stevie G in his Downtown column

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

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

Clubbers: Sync or Swim, you've got choice offerings in Cork

Clubbers: Sync or Swim, you've got choice offerings in Cork

Cork man's new drama filmed in popular city restaurant

Cork man's new drama filmed in popular city restaurant

Theatre Nights: Song and dance... and Reggie too!

Theatre Nights: Song and dance... and Reggie too!

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The College Green Hotel: A refined address in the heart of Dublin

SETU and Glassworks set to accelerate innovation

SETU and Glassworks set to accelerate innovation

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

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

Passionate producers get a helping hand from Tesco

Passionate producers get a helping hand from Tesco

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