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<p> Fuel trucks heading to the oil refinery under garda escort are watched by protesters at Whitegate village on Saturday afternoon. Picture: Larry Cummins</p>

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Rising fuel costs take toll on charities across Cork

'We are seeing a lot of our older people, a lot them are housebound, and heating is expensive for them anyway, at the best of times, but it’s just sky-rocketed'

Council paid above guide to save Rochestown estate from dereliction, says council official

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Council paid above guide to save Rochestown estate from dereliction, says council official

Councillors voted in favour of the 'taking in charge' of the Herbert Lawn estate in Belmont, Monfieldstown, at the most recent meeting of Cork City Council

John Cleary ahead of the game 12/4/2026

cork sport

'Plenty to work on': John Cleary not happy with Rebels’ drop-off despite comfortable win

Leesiders defeated Limerick by nine points on Sunday afternoon down the Páirc

cork sport

Cork v Limerick - Munster GAA Football Senior Championship Quarter-Final

Cork player ratings: How the footballers fared in victory over Limerick

cork sport

Mark Cronin kicks a point 12/4/2026

Strong first half sends Cork footballers past Limerick into Munster semi-final

cork news

Call for Douglas groups to apply for Circular Economy grant scheme

Call for Douglas groups to apply for Circular Economy grant scheme

cork news

'We want you to stay free of drugs': Cork woman pleads guilty after stealing from Brown Thomas

'We want you to stay free of drugs': Cork woman pleads guilty after stealing from Brown Thomas

Cork News

<p>Fionn Kelleher supporting the slow protest as it passes the South Mall in Cork city on Sunday afternoon. Picture: Noel Sweeney</p>

'Slow protests' take place around Cork despite end of fuel blockades

Slow-moving protest of cars made its way through Cork city centre on Sunday

Cork woman to mark 10th anniversary of husband's death with fundraising walk

Cork woman to mark 10th anniversary of husband's death with fundraising walk

Cork film in running for biggest audience award in Europe

Cork film in running for biggest audience award in Europe

Pictures: Mayfield community on song for ‘Drop the Mic’ fun

Pictures: Mayfield community on song for ‘Drop the Mic’ fun

Cabinet to hold meeting on nationwide fuel protests as blockades begin to be cleared

Cabinet to hold meeting on nationwide fuel protests as blockades begin to be cleared

cork sport

<p>UCC Glanmire vs Trinity Meteors: UCC Glanmire's Emer Dunne</p>

UCC Glanmire struggle to control their boards and lose out to a fired up Meteors in SuperLeague final

The Cork side went into the final as favourites but lacking intensity on the boards they were punished accordingly as Meteors won their first title in 34 years much to joy of their elated supporters.

Paul Hodnett grabs a hat-trick as Carbery Rangers outgun Douglas

Paul Hodnett grabs a hat-trick as Carbery Rangers outgun Douglas

Cill na Martra pick up second Division 1 league win against Muskerry rivals Éire Óg

Cill na Martra pick up second Division 1 league win against Muskerry rivals Éire Óg

Mila Pichet and Abby Murphy are presented with the trophy by Margaret Miley 12/4/2026

Fr Mathew's complete the league and national cup NICC double with victory over Claregalway in final

The Gurranabraher Credit Union Brunell team photo 11/4/2026

Heartbreak for Brunell's U18 team as they lose to Kilkenny by two points in the league final

Cork Lives

<p>Nationwide pays a visit to Courtmacsherry next week and hears from local residents. Picture: Denis Minihane.</p>

TV: Nationwide puts the spotlight on Courtmacsherry

The West Cork harbour village features on the show next week.

Cork dentist: ‘It’s surreal to see my debut novel in Waterstones' window’

Cork dentist: ‘It’s surreal to see my debut novel in Waterstones' window’

TV: Cork man dreams of dating someone 'so hot' that people think he's 'very rich or funny'

TV: Cork man dreams of dating someone 'so hot' that people think he's 'very rich or funny'

My Weekend: 'I feel like Hannah Montana..I live a few different lives'

My Weekend: 'I feel like Hannah Montana..I live a few different lives'

New film shot in Cork explores impact of dementia on family

New film shot in Cork explores impact of dementia on family

Cork Views

<p>THE STORY OF US: Hundreds of workers outside the Ford factory in Cork in 1926, which was making parts for the Model T car at the time</p>

John Dolan: A snapshot of Cork in 1926, as Census prepares to reveal all

What was life like in Cork for those people who filled in the Census on Sunday, April 18, 1926? JOHN DOLAN takes a look back through the archives to find out.

John Arnold: I sang a song for every Irish county... but one stumped me!

John Arnold: I sang a song for every Irish county... but one stumped me!

Couple kissing behind the red heart

Tips from therapist on how to keep your love alive

APOLLO 11 MOON LANDING

Áilín Quinlan: From Moon landing to lunacy, how the mighty U.S has fallen

Trying to drag herself out of the doom and gloom

Using anchoring as a tool to help overcome anxiety

Nostalgia

<p>Cork Hibs players after winning the FAI Cup in May 1973 after a replay ith Shelbourne at Flower Lodge. Pictured are: John Brohan, Frankie Connolly, Carl Humphries, Declan O’Mahony (goalie slightly behind), John Lawson, Sonny Sweeney, Dave Bacuzzi, Gerry Coyne, Dave Wiggington, Dinny Allen, Noel O’Mahony (in suit), Martin ‘Fada’ Sheehan.</p>

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

Celtic FC’s visit to Cork last July to take on Cork City in the Cork Super Cup brought back memories of a previous visit by the Glasgow giants to Leeside, which had a surprising denouement for one Cork star, writes BARRY ROCHE.

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’

Cork's Mick Barry and his impact on the development of the Seandún Division

Cork's Mick Barry and his impact on the development of the Seandún Division

Throwback Thursday: Memories of the showband era in Cork

Throwback Thursday: Memories of the showband era in Cork

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

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

WOW

<p>“Being away by myself meant discovering the joy of small freedoms,” said Marie.</p>

Cork mum: ‘I needed a break ...and so booked a solo trip’

Cork mum MARIE O’REGAN headed off to Lanzarote for a solo holiday and says the trip reminded her that even devoted mums deserve a little space, laughter, and a Coke Zero in a wine glass.

What is 'exercise snacking' and can it help you get fitter?

Could ‘exercise snacking’ during the day help you to get fitter?

‘Sometimes the child gets forgotten in separation’: Cork social worker hopes book will provide support to families

‘Sometimes the child gets forgotten in separation’: Cork social worker hopes book will provide support to families

Emer O'Callaghan: What you need to know about collagen

Emer O'Callaghan: What you need to know about collagen

Driving on a road with sunset light forward.

Julie Helen: 'A visit home has me reminiscing about life and love'

entertainment

<p>Sarah Faye Terry as Lily in Fragmented. She has been tipped for stardom and director George Lynch says: “Working with her was an absolute treat”</p>

Cork director: I wanted to make an anti-war film and avoid glamorising violence

As his World War II film shot in Cork earns plaudits on the festival circuit, George Lynch tells CARA O’DOHERTY that his anti-war message is as relevant as ever given recent events in Iran

Going out? Here's what's happening in Cork this weekend

Going out? Here's what's happening in Cork this weekend

Theatre Nights: Horror, laughs... and plenty of music

Theatre Nights: Horror, laughs... and plenty of music

'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

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

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

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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

Where tech meets care: At the forefront of IVF

Where tech meets care: At the forefront of IVF

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