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<p>Jennifer Thomas: Successfully prosecuted for dangerous and drunken driving. File picture</p>

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Fatal Cork crash highlights gaps in law on intoxicated driving

A 'substantial' Garda investigation was required before Jennifer Thomas could be charged with dangerous driving causing the death of her close friend of more than 20 years, Sheila Dunne.

Brighton & Hove Albion v Liverpool - Premier League - American Express Stadium

cork sport

FA Cup: Is a chance to claim glory while also being an annoying distraction

The FA Cup quarter finals this weekend offers a contradictory situation of being the most important match of the season for some sides, while also just a distraction for others, writes John Roycroft

Vodacom Bulls v Munster - United Rugby Championship

cork sport

David Corkery: Munster must invest in grassroots so they don't have to rely on expensive imports

What the game needs now more than ever is investment at the underage level in the clubs, schools and universities so we don’t have to look at overseas players who cost an absolute fortune...

cork lives

My Weekend: 'Working in kitchens can be quite anti-social as weekends are rarely free'

My Weekend: 'Working in kitchens can be quite anti-social as weekends are rarely free'

cork lives

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Shane Casey: 'We're like a little family..we all have our little jokes and bits of fun'

cork news

cars in the parking lot

Cork council ‘should buy land to create car parks’

cork news

Cork's wildlife park recruiting staff for the summer

Cork's wildlife park recruiting staff for the summer

Cork News

<p>Cork Airport managing director Niall MacCarthy, transport minister Darragh O’Brien, minister of state Jerry Buttimer, and TD Seamus McGrath at Cork Airport to view progress on the €200m capital investment programme. Picture: Darragh Kane.</p>

Progress on €200m Cork Airport development plan flying along

The Cork Airport capital development plan incorporates the construction of a new mezzanine floor with a state of the art passenger security screening area, a new and larger duty free shop, and a new and larger executive lounge

Cork's Fota presents newly-named cheetah cubs Nuru and Nia

Cork's Fota presents newly-named cheetah cubs Nuru and Nia

'Children a couple of years old can weigh less than at birth' says Cork aid worker in Kenya

'Children a couple of years old can weigh less than at birth' says Cork aid worker in Kenya

Cork's McGrath congratulates son and colleagues as Ireland into U17s World Cup Final

Cork's McGrath congratulates son and colleagues as Ireland into U17s World Cup Final

Bus transfers on some rail routes from Cork this weekend

Bus transfers on some rail routes from Cork this weekend

cork sport

<p>Cork City’s Sean Murray and Seani Maguire celebrate scoring in last year's FAI Cup Quarter-Final at Finn Park. Picture: ©Inpho/Evan Logan</p>

Ballybofey awaits as Cork City look to maintain rhythm

Leesiders arrive at Finn Park still unbeaten after seven First Division games

Dara Sheedy in action 22/2/2026

Dara Sheedy to be assessed ahead of Cork U20s' championship opener after picking up a knock

Vodacom Bulls v Munster - United Rugby Championship

Munster face Exeter with their season on the line...

De La Salle College Macroom mark 20 years since Corn Uí Mhuirí triumph

De La Salle College Macroom mark 20 years since Corn Uí Mhuirí triumph

Fran Rockett 27/3/2026

Cobh Ramblers face big weekend against Kerry and Treaty to stay the hunt for a play-off spot

Cork Lives

<p class="contextmenu internal_Caption">Cork captain Robert Downey lifts the Allianz League trophy last year</p>

TV sport round-up: Rebels in league final, and Rory Masters bid

JOHN DOLAN takes a look at the TV sport highlights for the coming days.

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'

Behind the scenes at Cork homeless hub

Behind the scenes at Cork homeless hub

'People are looking for pure chocolate': Meet three Cork chocolate makers

'People are looking for pure chocolate': Meet three Cork chocolate makers

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>“If we focus less on ‘getting food into children’ and more on helping children feel comfortable around food, many so-called fussy eating behaviours never take hold in the first place," says Eaton. Picture: Alamy/PA</p>

7 simple ways to help stop your child turning into a fussy eater

LISA SALMON talks to Alicia Eaton, author of Mind How Your Kids Eat, about fussy eating and how certain measures could help prevent mealtimes from turning into a battleground.

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’

'I didn’t want the next 20 years to fly by and to wonder ‘what if’...’

'I didn’t want the next 20 years to fly by and to wonder ‘what if’...’

entertainment

<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.

Nightclub lights and silhouette of a party crowd

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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