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<p>On August 1 2024 at Oliver Plunkett Street, Garda Barry O’Shea observed him acting suspiciously. The 30-year-old was searched for drugs and a knife was discovered in his pocket. Picture Denis Minihane.</p>

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Man caught carrying knife in his pocket in Cork city

Frank Buttimer solicitor said the young man was doing very well and attending to his issues while in prison.

SAHC: Carrigtwohill in superb form as they reach semi-finals

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SAHC: Carrigtwohill in superb form as they reach semi-finals

Four first-half goals pave the way for impressive victory in East Cork derby clash

SAHC: Blarney lay down marker with 19-point win over Courcey Rovers

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SAHC: Blarney lay down marker with 19-point win over Courcey Rovers

Muskerry side now face Na Piarsaigh in the quarter-finals while Courcey Rovers head for the relegation play-off

cork lives

Wedding of the Week: Tinder match that led to a love match for Cork couple

Wedding of the Week: Tinder match that led to a love match for Cork couple

cork sport

Ben O'Connor era is here: Expect big calls on which Cork hurlers make the panel

Ben O'Connor era is here: Expect big calls on which Cork hurlers make the panel

cork news

Cork bar calls time on 151 years of trade

Cork bar calls time on 151 years of trade

cork news

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'My behaviour at the Mercy Hospital was unacceptable,' Cork man says in court

Cork News

<p> Former lord mayor of Cork, councillor Kieran McCarthy with runners who took part in the Cork City Marathon in Cork city in 2024. Picture: David Creedon</p>

'I’ve always tried to champion people’s voices': Former lord mayor of Cork to seek nomination for presidential election

Kieran McCarthy, an Independent member of Cork City Council, told The Echo he will seek the nominations of four local authorities, beginning on Monday afternoon in Tralee with Kerry County Council.

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Cork man convicted for drug possession

Guinness Cork Jazz Festival officially launches full 2025 programme

Guinness Cork Jazz Festival officially launches full 2025 programme

Second Asian hornet nest discovered in Cork as first is ‘safely removed’

Second Asian hornet nest discovered in Cork as first is ‘safely removed’

Night out during Kinsale 7s ended in 'brawl in the street' for Meath man

Night out during Kinsale 7s ended in 'brawl in the street' for Meath man

cork sport

<p>Seamus Harnedy hit nine points in St Ita's win over Sarsfields. Picture: Denis O'Flynn</p>

Seamus Harnedy in lethal form as St Ita's outclass 14-man Sars

Cork forward landed 0-9 from play and Daniel Hickey grabbed 1-7 but Sars' cause wasn't helped by a red card on the stroke of half-time

IAHC: Michael Cahalane in clinical form as Bandon top group and condemn Mayfield to relegation decider

IAHC: Michael Cahalane in clinical form as Bandon top group and condemn Mayfield to relegation decider

Cork City beaten by Bohemians at Dalymount Park

Cork City beaten by Bohemians at Dalymount Park

Slievemish Duchess of Clogheen is crowned the 2025 Puppy champion

Slievemish Duchess of Clogheen is crowned the 2025 Puppy champion

Cork Hurling: Blackrock puckout stats mask dominance from opening two games

Cork Hurling: Blackrock puckout stats mask dominance from opening two games

Cork Lives

<p>Sprouting broccoli makes a great side for this dish, and needs only a light steaming and a knob of butter to finish, says Dianne.</p>

Recipe: A warming mustard chicken that is ideal for an autumnal dinner

Weekend Foodie: Recipes for a winning chicken dinner, and a wild blackberry creme brulee for dessert

Which of the Cork Traitors has the best chance of winning €50,000 prize?

Which of the Cork Traitors has the best chance of winning €50,000 prize?

30 free books to help get kids into reading

30 free books to help get kids into reading

Service with a smile: 100 years of Clonakilty Post Office

Service with a smile: 100 years of Clonakilty Post Office

Trip down memory lane: Book recalls the heritage of Gortroe

Trip down memory lane: Book recalls the heritage of Gortroe

Cork Views

<p class="contextmenu internal_Caption">Tales of a mad bull on John Arnold’s family farm have cascaded down the generations</p>

Down the generations, locals long had a beef with our bull!

Stories and memories in the rural communities of Cork can stick around long after the characters involved have departed, says JOHN ARNOLD

Tenancy Agreement

What are your rights regarding rent rises in private housing sector?

Why I’m on the side of school secretaries and caretakers in dispute with government

Why I’m on the side of school secretaries and caretakers in dispute with government

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How Cork firms can thrive in difficult landscape

Young Child Engrossed in Reading a Colorful Book on Floor

My quest to get kids off gadgets... and reading more books

Nostalgia

<p class="contextmenu internal_Caption">The Class of 1975, celebrating the end of their woodwork teacher training course in Cork - the photo was sent in by class member Pat Sheehan. From left, Bernard Dunne Pat Lahart, Pat Culleton (RIP), Martin Browne, James Fitzmaurice (RIP), Pat Sheehan</p>

When beer was 20p a pint! A Cork college party 50 years ago

This week in Throwback Thursday, JO KERRIGAN has more memories of rugby chants, the Innisfallen, and the college woodwork course in Cork of the 1970s

"The heels were blown off my shoes... the stockings were blown off my legs..."

"The heels were blown off my shoes... the stockings were blown off my legs..."

Throwback Thursday: Happy days growing up in city’s Jewtown

Throwback Thursday: Happy days growing up in city’s Jewtown

Inches from disaster: How 7 family members almost lost their lives in the Lee in 1939

Inches from disaster: How 7 family members almost lost their lives in the Lee in 1939

Throwback Thursday: 50 years on... memories of my time at the School of Comm in Cork

Throwback Thursday: 50 years on... memories of my time at the School of Comm in Cork

WOW

<p>One of the best minerals, zinc helps our skin, hair and teeth and builds our immunity, says Emer O'Callaghan. iStock/posed by model</p>

Right, ladies, it's time to get your body winter ready

As the new autumn routine kicks in, WOW! beauty expert EMER O'CALLAGHAN has advice for getting your body in tune for the months ahead

Making time to eat as a family

How you can build healthy family dinner table routines this September

Listen in: Podcast has all you need to know ahead of The Echo Women's Mini Marathon

Listen in: Podcast has all you need to know ahead of The Echo Women's Mini Marathon

Stressed out mother sitting on floor while children running around her.

What are the signs that you have burnout?

Bringing a taste of the Korean cuisine of my youth to Cork

Bringing a taste of the Korean cuisine of my youth to Cork

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<span class="contextmenu emphasis textWhite">usband and wife Carl Antony and Linda Plover are WASPS Vs HUMANS.</span>
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Wasps vs Humans launching new single at Fred Zeppelins

Husband-and-wife duo Carl Antony and Linda Plover write and play all their songs, with only occasional help, says Ronan Leonard

Stevie G: Good vibes and great gigs at Electric Picnic

Stevie G: Good vibes and great gigs at Electric Picnic

Going out or staying in? Your weekend guide

Going out or staying in? Your weekend guide

Cork actor: ‘I was able to bring Christy into myself...’

Cork actor: ‘I was able to bring Christy into myself...’

Great line-up for festival on West Cork island

Great line-up for festival on West Cork island

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The New Levl Fitness Studio - Now open at Douglas Court

The New Levl Fitness Studio - Now open at Douglas Court

World-class fertility care is available in Cork at the Sims IVF

World-class fertility care is available in Cork at the Sims IVF

Douglas Court flies a thousand kites

Douglas Court flies a thousand kites

All aboard for family fun: The National Steam Rally rolls into Stradbally this August bank holiday weekend

All aboard for family fun: The National Steam Rally rolls into Stradbally this August bank holiday weekend

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