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<p>The MV Matthew: Revenue said the removal of the ship is being prioritised this year. Picture: Denis Minihane.</p>

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Seized ship off Cork's coast has cost State €13.6m to date

The ship was seized by elite army rangers off the Cork coast in September 2023, with €157m worth of cocaine on board.

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cork news

Cork hospital's sexual assault unit marks 25 years in operation

The SATU provides a comprehensive and coordinated forensic and medical aftercare service to persons aged 14 years and above who have experienced rape or sexual crimes.

Kerry v Cork - Munster GAA Football Senior Championship Final

cork sport

Cork footballers fail to deliver as they lose again to Kerry

Rebels only managed 1-2 in the second half as they lost by eight points in Killarney in the Munster final

nostalgia

Remembering Con and my brief stint as Jack’s gaffer in Cork

Remembering Con and my brief stint as Jack’s gaffer in Cork

cork views

Darkness Into Light: Our family walked in memory of our beloved Mark

Darkness Into Light: Our family walked in memory of our beloved Mark

cork news

In pictures: Crowds turn out for annual May procession in Cork village

In pictures: Crowds turn out for annual May procession in Cork village

cork news

Cork's young people invited to make their own model boats

Cork's young people invited to make their own model boats

Cork News

<p> The first roadshow clinic will take place at the Commodore Hotel in Cobh on May 14. Picture: Eddie O'Hare</p>

Cork County Council to host drop-in clinics on vacant and under-utilised properties

The events are designed to engage directly with property owners, business owners, builders and technical professionals who have an interest in reusing and revitalising surplus buildings.

Garda stock

Call for more gardaí for Cork city suburbs

Cork artist opens solo show at Laneway gallery in Shandon

Cork artist opens solo show at Laneway gallery in Shandon

Cork age-friendly hub is a first for Ireland

Cork age-friendly hub is a first for Ireland

Close up of bee pollinating wildflowers in the meadow

Walks and talks for Biodiversity Week in Cork's Little Island tomorrow

cork sport

<p>10 May 2026; Siofra O’Shea of Kerry scores a goal during the TG4 Munster Senior Ladies Football Championship round 3 match between Kerry and Cork at Fitzgerald Stadium in Killarney, Kerry. Photo by Paul Phelan/Sportsfile</p>

Cork outclassed by Kerry in third Munster championship loss in a row

After winning the league, Rebels have struggled to replicate the same form

Waterford v Cork - Munster GAA Senior Hurling Championship Round 3

Analysis: Cork hurlers had to lean into panel depth but showed crucial tactical flexibility in Waterford

Waterford v Cork - Munster GAA Senior Hurling Championship Round 3

Waterford v Cork: Ben O'Connor encouraged as Rebels grind it out

McCarthy Insurance Group Football League wrap: Cork player Jacob O'Driscoll nets crucial goal in Valley Rovers win

McCarthy Insurance Group Football League wrap: Cork player Jacob O'Driscoll nets crucial goal in Valley Rovers win

Waterford v Cork - Munster GAA Senior Hurling Championship Round 3

Cork Hurling Player Ratings: Brian Hayes and Mark Coleman immense against Waterford

Cork Lives

<p>Kevin O'Callaghan, 15, who is in a wheelchair since his fall while on holiday in France four years ago</p>

Mallow teen: 'I'm working towards my dream of going to the Paralympics in 2028'

When a fall in France left Mallow boy Kevin O’Callaghan in a wheelchair, the sports-mad youngster took up table tennis. He tells AEDIN JOHNSTON about his dream to now go to the Paralympics in the U.S.

Cork author: I hope that my book entertains ... and turns you on to magic

Cork author: I hope that my book entertains ... and turns you on to magic

My Weekend: My ideal break...seeing an F1 race in Monaco with my brother

My Weekend: My ideal break...seeing an F1 race in Monaco with my brother

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

TV sport round-up: Cork footballers aim for double in Kingdom

Rooms with a harbour view: 3 homes on sale on Cork’s coast

Rooms with a harbour view: 3 homes on sale on Cork’s coast

Cork Views

<p>Imelda O'Grady beside her patchwork quilt tribute to The Echo</p>

'We always knew we were in Cork when we heard the 'Echoooo' calls'

Imelda O'Grady tells JOHN DOLAN about her cherished memories of visiting Cork and about a new patchwork quilt she created dedicated to The Echo.

Founder of Cork travel company: 'Remote working and AI are key to our success'

Founder of Cork travel company: 'Remote working and AI are key to our success'

John Arnold: We three sang song in honour of May at her Cork gravestone

John Arnold: We three sang song in honour of May at her Cork gravestone

Make way, tractor on the road

Áilín Quinlan: 'It skidded so close I could literally smell the tyres'

Cork teen: 'We are warriors and have to fight every day'

Cork teen: 'We are warriors and have to fight every day'

Nostalgia

<p>CIE workers repairing railway lines on Clontarf Bridge, Cork, in February, 1978. A Throwback Thursday reader bought a house that year for £14,200, while cars and railways are also remembered in today’s column</p>

Throwback Thursday: I bought my house in 1978... for £14,200

In Throwback Thursday this week, JO KERRIGAN hears how prices have changed down the decades - and a £7,000 house in 1977 doubled in value in just a year!

Almost 190 years of Cork’s beloved Barracka band

Almost 190 years of Cork’s beloved Barracka band

Throwback Thursday: My solo flight to the UK, at the age of six

Throwback Thursday: My solo flight to the UK, at the age of six

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

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

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

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

WOW

<p>It’s imperative that you double cleanse, tone and moisturise every morning and evening, and never sleep with your make-up on ever, it’s so bad for the skin, says Emer. </p>

Emer O'Callaghan: Beauty advice for women aged 20-30

This week, I’d like to give my tips for women aged in their twenties, to help them navigate the very complex world of beauty.

Calling all Marilyns....Cork women urged to support charity paddle

Calling all Marilyns....Cork women urged to support charity paddle

All female cast and crew behind Cork play about Anne Bonny

All female cast and crew behind Cork play about Anne Bonny

Two injectors dosing pens for subcutaneous injection of antidiabetic medication or anti-obesity medication hovering over a blue

Julie Helen: ‘I know my body has done well with the cards I’ve been dealt’

WoW Bites: 'I loved my old business, but I love bees more – and I get peaches'

WoW Bites: 'I loved my old business, but I love bees more – and I get peaches'

entertainment

<p>East West Assembly are the first Irish act on the Sound Signature label.</p>

Sound Signature at The Savoy the big Parrish Party!

Cork and Detroit unite for classic disco vibes as the Motown DJ Theo Parrish come to Leeside to perform with the East West Assembly in the Sound Signature Party at the Savoy this Saturday, writes Don O’Mahony

Abbie Lee joins the Sound Signature Party at The Savoy

Abbie Lee joins the Sound Signature Party at The Savoy

‘I was the only Yankee on set’: Adam Scott on filming Hokum West Cork

‘I was the only Yankee on set’: Adam Scott on filming Hokum West Cork

Stevie G: Theo Parrish fans in for a treat at the Savoy

Stevie G: Theo Parrish fans in for a treat at the Savoy

Club, disco DJ playing and mixing music for people. Nightlife

Clubbers: Sounds Signature Party is a big draw at The Savoy

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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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