“I dread the day our luck runs out during the next flood and we lose their lives, this is absolutely unbearable. Please give my children back their mother," said campaigner Vivienne Jeffers

Nevilles in Youghal is celebrating 80 years in business this year. Sisters Ann and Pauline Neville chat to CHRIS DUNNE about the history of the business , memories of the shop through the decades, and share why they think Nevilles has stood the test of time.

Midleton Distillery was first founded 200 years ago, and continues to make whiskey on site today. Carol Quinn, Head of Archives at Irish Distillers talks to MARGARET DONNELLAN about the history of the business, family connections, and an important trump card.

In the latest installment of our popular weekly series, The Village Pubs of Cork, NOEL SWEENEY heads to East Cork where he pays a visit to Finn’s Tavern and chats to publican Gerard Finn and his daughter Kate.

Midleton Writers’ Group have released an anthology by their members to celebrate a half century of creativity and bonding in the town, says CHRIS DUNNE

The presentation took place at MTU Arena on the Bishopstown campus as part of the university’s week-long graduation celebrations.

“Education is one of the fundamental public services provided by the State to its citizens." 

Since 2022, EirGrid has spent €543,815 in funding for biodiversity projects in areas hosting the Celtic Interconnector project, which will link the electricity grids of Ireland and France.

A formal civic petition, signed to date by 440 people across Midleton, Carrigtwohill, and Cloyne, was submitted to Cork County Council under section 127 of the Local Government Act 2001.

The unit at Midleton Community Hospital was initially scheduled for completion by the end of 2024.

‘Death Doula’ Stefanie Blech tells CHRIS DUNNE why she is staging a ‘Death Café’ event in Cork this month, and why many people might welcome a more open attitude around the sometimes taboo subject

The title of best seafood chef of the year was shared between Frédéric Desormeaux, executive chef in the Ballycotton restaurants The Salty Dog and Sea Church, and Dan Guerin, who is head chef in Cush Midleton.

The Midleton and East Cork Flood Protection groups held a protest outside Cork County Hall yesterday over what they say is the slow progress in implementing flood prevention and mitigation measures for the wider East Cork region.

It is understood that the man was carrying out works in the area and was struck by his dumper truck.

The project involves the decommissioning of the existing plant and its associated structures, as well as the construction of a new facility and related infrastructure in Whitegate.

Developer Ballysallagh Solar Farm Limited applied for a 10-year planning permission for a solar farm with an operational lifespan of 40 years, but residents of Leamlara in East Cork raised numerous concerns.

The money will go towards the maintenance and repair of the trail, which was in danger of closing.

Now a firm fixture on Ireland’s festival calendar, fEast has grown into one of the most dynamic food festivals in the country.

Also performing at Sea Church over the next few months will be Bagatelle, The Four Of Us, Don Baker, Paddy Casey, and Eleanor McEvoy.

Foodies will have a field day when the fEast festival takes place in Midleton from September 1-7, says NIECY O’KEEFFE

The measure comes as a water conservation order remains in place in Cork county — excluding Cork city — until September 16.

He admits it can be a lonely vocation, but Cork man Tiernan Burke explains to AEDIN JOHNSTON why he has decided to take the first step to becoming a priest this weekend, when he is ordained as a deacon in Whitechurch

Cork County Council staff were present at each port to welcome and assist passengers and crew, handing out maps and brochures to encourage the cruise visitors to return and discover all the region has to offer.

For now, the cubs remain in the nesting box, sleeping and nursing with their mother, and are not yet visible to the public.

Packed programme of events taking place in Cobh over the coming weeks.

Transport minister Darragh O'Brien said the estimated cost of updating the R624 Cobh Rd will be more that €100m. 

Residents of Ballyrichard More near Midleton are calling for a new bridge to enable them to cross the railway. Amy Campbell reports.

The festival, hosted at St Mary’s College Gardens and Collegiate Church, will take place on August 3 from 11am to 5pm.

Now in its third year, the one-day event will take place on August 24 from 12pm to 4pm at Fair Green in Midleton.

The granting of conditional planning approval was described by the local TD as "encouraging".

Youghal custodian of the roads Ger Gleeson has been named Ireland’s best lollipop man. He tells CHRIS DUNNE he was “blown away” by the award, voted for by the community

As he reaches 100 tomorrow, Midleton man Tom McCarthy tells CHRIS DUNNE about his long and happy life - and why a sense of humour is key to his longevity

East Cork woman Dr Claudia Wagner shares her home with 15 cats, and her purr-fect pets are frequently recognised at cat shows around the country. She chats to CHRIS DUNNE about what is involved in competing.

One of the highlights will be an outdoor exhibition of 90 large sculptures and installations set throughout the 220-acre, 18th-century manor estate.

Gardaí and emergency services are currently at the scene of the incident which occurred on the R627 near Westpark in Midleton.

The National Lottery is urging all players in the Cork area to check their tickets carefully. 

A 29-year-old man, who had been arrested on Monday night for questioning in connection with the death, remained in custody last night under Section 4 of the Criminal Justice Act 1984 at Midleton Garda Station.

When walkers and cyclists on Cork’s new greenway to Youghal need sustenance, they have a few choices: CHRIS DUNNE meets two entrepreneurs who opened up coffee stations on it

As Ballycotton Seafood marks its 40th anniversary, CHRIS DUNNE hears about its humble origins, and how generations of the Walsh family have seen it thrive

The alleged incident occurred earlier today. 

McCarthy’s Newsagents in Midleton has survived booms and busts to mark its 65th anniversary. CHRIS DUNNE talks to Fergus McCarthy, son of the founder, Eamon

“People need to plan their lives — they should not be at the mercy of a reactive, knee-jerk politics," Social Democrats TD for Cork East Liam Quaide said. 

As Midleton continues to recover from its devastating flood, CHRIS DUNNE talks to the owners of two new foodie enterprises there - Cush and Bó

The new restaurant location is due to open to the public on March 15.

To mark St Valentine’s Day, CHRIS DUNNE chats to two couples in Cork about romance, how they met their partners, and how they plan to celebrate the big day. 

As Roasties Grill in Midleton reopens, CHRIS DUNNE talks to its chef, Jack Faltyn about his fascinating career and his love for local food. 

Caroline Leahy, who is secretary of the Midleton and East Cork Flood Protection Group, said the application process for humanitarian assistance was overly bureaucratic and sought information which was ultimately irrelevant.

Today, we launch a new series marking the 20th anniversary of Mahon Point. CHRIS DUNNE meets a Cork family whose daughter was born there six years ago. 

In Corkonians Abroad this week, TIMOTHY O’MAHONY talks to Ciara Sheehan, who grew up in Whitechurch and moved to Switzerland almost a year ago.

The centre was marked compliant in four areas, substantially compliant in five, and not compliant in a further five.