The Sheehan family will take part in The Echo Women’s Mini Marathon this month in memory of their mum, and grandmother, Delia. They tell CHRIS DUNNE why they are hoping to raise funds for the Mercy Hospital in gratitude for the care they showed to Delia

Experts share their tips on how to make money from reselling clothes this Secondhand September with SARA KEENAN.

September, I always feel, is like another January, and while it’s the start of the school year, it’s a fantastic opportunity for everyone to turn over a new leaf and start a beauty regimen. 

Lucy O’Donoghue is a name familiar to many people in business in Cork. For some time, she worked in communications with the Cork Chamber, but in 2012 decided to take a leap and start her own business. She reflects on 14 years of solopreneurship and tells EMMA CONNOLLY about the 14 lessons she’s learned from being in business.

Dr Sinéad O’Donovan, Leadership physiology consultant tells us about her career journey. 

Beyond her music, Dolly Parton left a legacy of supporting children from all over the world to have access to books from a very young age. I am involved in the programme which administers Imagination Library in Cork. 

A group of Cork women are behind a new campaign encouraging us to sit down and slow down and drink our coffee from a ‘real cup’, and in turn, help reduce waste. KATE RYAN finds out more.

Team Horizons is counting down to The Echo Women’s Marathon later this month. They tell EMMA CONNOLLY why they are urging people in Cork to take part in the event in aid of the organisation.

A public consultation is currently underway on the mandatory fortification of folic acid in Ireland. DR CATHERINE CONLON explains why the vitamin is so critical to women of child-bearing age.

The Traitors Ireland star Laura Howard sat down with EMMA CONNOLLY last June, where she spoke about her career to date. She admitted her role at Trinny London, where she manages 14 stores, including in London and at Saks 5th Avenue, is demanding. But, the Fermoy woman said she thrives on this, and has big ambitions for the future.

A Cork teenager is one of eight finalists to make it to the Junior Brown Bread Making Competition at the ploughing next month. CHRIS DUNNE finds out about the ingredients for her success.

As schools across Cork begin re-opening this week, EMMA CONNOLLY asked four Cork mums to share their back to to school tips and tricks.

Many people simply don’t know what sun damage even is, so this week let’s take a closer look at how it shows up on all our skin.

A visit from relatives from Australia reminded JULIE HELEN of the beauty of family connections. 

Debs and grads nights have always been big deals, and while this new TY ball they now all do in Transition Year has taken some of the shine off them, it’s still the end of your secondary school days and marks a new chapter in your life.

As the summer of 2026 draws to a close, MARIE O’REGAN reflects on the holidays, and explains why she’s ready for the return to school

If your garden is looking bleak after our warm and dry summer, you are not alone. HANNAH STEPHENSON gets advice on saving your scorched plants.

CAMILLA FOSTER gets some advice from the experts on how to cool your house.

CAMILLA FOSTER gets some advice on staying safe and listening to your body when working out in higher temperatures.

I knew it had been nearly a year since I had got everything checked and I was feeling particularly exhausted and sluggish when I went to the doctor. 

Maeve McCluskey, Customer service and sales agent at Agria Pet Insurance tells us about her career journey in WoW! 

As families across Cork prepare for the beginning or the return to school after the summer, DR CATHERINE CONLON shares practical advice to help make the transition easier.

Every year, thousands of people take part in the event, raising funds for their chosen charities. 

LARA OWEN speaks to dermatologists about the skin changes you can expect, and why you don’t need to start using extra products.

Netflix released its highly anticipated conclusion to the Heartstopper franchise last month. Cork author, JESSICA ANNE ROSE explains why she thinks it has been so important for viewers.

I’ve been to lots of weddings, and a few in other countries, and no-one puts on a show like we do here in Ireland, says Emer O'Callaghan.

As costs for the new school year loom, KATE LEAHY speaks to one finance expert about how to reduce your spending.

Lexi Linnane tells EMMA CONNOLLY about her shock at being named Cork Rose and her hopes to use her platform to raise awareness of stroke.

It is not Ricky that is nervous, but me, writes JULIE HELEN. 

Helen Lynn is on a mission to see increased regulation around period products. She tells COLETTE SHERIDAN why.

Cathy Fitzgibbon, The Culinary Celt tells us about her career journey and what led her to opening her own business. 

Sr Miriam Twohig is one of around 1,000 living people in Ireland included in the 1925 Census. She tells CHRIS DUNNE about her memories of growing up in Cork, her decision to become a nun, and what she credits as the secret to her long and happy life.

It doesn’t seem like too long ago we’d be piled into nana and grandad’s house playing some crazy game, trying not to be given out to for being so loud.

In this month’s WoW Bites, KATE RYAN meets three women leading events at this year’s Cork On A Fork Fest, and finds out what the event means to them.

I recently did a mini- survey of Irish men aged 50-60 to find out their skin and ageing concerns. 

Could you be experiencing summer fatigue? RUTH LAWES hears from an expert about why these months might be leaving you feel drained, and how you can fight back.

In Cork County, women have been appointed to two of eight MD Chair roles, up one from last year.

Kate Twomey, Founder and Managing Director tells us about her varied working life in fashion and farming. 

MARGARET DONNELLAN admits she couldn’t run to the end of the garden a few weeks ago, but that’s changed. She explains why she’s now preparing for The Echo Mini Marathon this September for a very worthy cause.

Cork’s Lesley Giltinan tells EMMA CONNOLLY about her non-negotiables, and why she’s supporting the Very Pink Run next month.

Looking for simple exercises that you can slot in to your routine this summer? CAMILLA FOSTER has details on five exercises you can start from home today without any equipment.

Ahead of Cork Craft Month, MARGARET DONNELLAN talks to two participants - a Cobh potter, and a soap-maker who says her product embraces tradition, culture, and heritage

Cath and I first met in the first week of secondary school and we are still behind each other 100%.

There were so many asking me beauty advice in the heatwave, so here are a few of my answers to the common questions.

As we near the halfway point in the summer holidays, some families are already feeling the effects of juggling working, childcare, and making memories with their children. KATE LEAHY talks to Dr Beth Mosely about school holiday burnout and gets advice on how to avoid it.

Majella Galvin, the first female Chartered Estate Agent in West Cork, tells EMMA CONNOLLY about the reality and challenges of running a business, dealing with the loss of her father, and being a woman in a traditionally male-dominated industry.

Sonya McWhinney, Founder of KBamboo tells WoW how her journey into running her own businesses came after she underwent a hysterectomy at 44. 

EMMA CONNOLLY hears how Cork mother-of-three Lorraine Kirby has won the support of her community as she seeks specialist treatment for cancer

Her son's first solo trip to a shop was a big deal for Julie Helen, as she snipped another apron string of parenthood

Tracy McCarthy is the founder of Naturally Balanced Wellness and also has runs two other business related to wellness

Many women can neglect their beauty and self-care in the warmer months, says Emer O'Callaghan, who provides a guide for looking your best when the heat is on

Cork solicitor Maria O’Donovan is about to launch her third business, and has even more ideas in the pipeline. She tells EMMA CONNOLLY about her latest projects, finding time to run her businesses, and how she prioritises finding a good work/life balance.

Cork actor Shirley McCarthy returns to the Opera House stage this week for The Sound of Music. She tells COLETTE SHERIDAN about her own acting journey, the ’heroes of theatre’ she worked with on the way, including the late Ronnie O’Shaughnessy, and the difficulties of finding roles as an older actor.

Ellen O’Sullivan, Community Liaison Officer/Office Manager

Laura Dowling has built a mammoth social media following thanks in no small part to her frank and honest discussions about women’s health. Now, she tells EMMA CONNOLLY, she’s on a mission to encourage more women to talk about their intimate health as well as menopause.

Louise Kane Buckley tells EMMA CONNOLLY about her career journey as a naturopath, and why she believes women need to find more time for ‘manageable pauses’ in their day.

An unexpected postpartum experience after the birth of her third child led Amélie Nyhan to quit her job and retrain as a postpartum doula. She tells MARGARET DONNELLAN why she wants to see more supports for families after they welcome a baby.

A Cork woman who spent close to a decade looking for answers as to why she was experiencing excruciating pain, was eventually diagnosed with endometriosis after nine years. Diana Kelleher tells BRENDA DENNEHY about her journey, and she is encouraging women not to ignore concerning symptoms.

I’m sitting listening to Heaven & Hell, the 1989 compilation album by Bonnie Tyler and Meatloaf.    I was only four when it was released.   Bonnie Tyler died last week at 75.

Almost 30 years since she released her debut album, Karan Casey is one of the headline acts at the Cobh Trad Fest this month. She tells AISLING MEATH about her career and why she believes festivals are so important.

Mairead Collier, Owner of Mairead Collier Interiors tells WoW that her career path was a masterclass in 'accidental preparation' after shifting from a UCC Food Science degree into design. 

Ciara O’Connell was named Early Career Employee at the recent Network Cork Businesswoman of the Year awards. She tells EMMA CONNOLLY why the recognition is so important to her.

Julie Helen reflects on Disability Pride Month and what it means to her. 

Cork woman Elle O’Sullivan McCarthy has spent more than 20 years supporting communities in India and Africa and is preparing for her biggest fundraising challenge yet, she tells EMMA CONNOLLY.

When a client is feeling vulnerable about getting their legs out this summer, there is so much I can tell her to help her feel better about that, writes EMER O'CALLAGHAN.

Cork woman Joanne Tynan Dawson tells BRENDA DENNEHY that discovering Hyrox changed her life. Now she’s on a mission to shine a spotlight on the many ‘ordinary’ people pushing themselves to achieve extraordinary things through the events.

Councils across the country elected mayors for their 2026/27 terms in recent weeks, but an analysis by See Her Elected shows fewer than three in ten newly-elected mayors are women.

Stylists share their top tips on how to pack smarter this summer with RUTH LAWES.

There is enormous pressure to create the ‘perfect summer’ for our children, says Cork mum, MARIE O’REGAN. But, she asks, do we really need to?

Emer O'Callaghan shares her waxing and hair removal tips for the summer. 

Writer, academic and activist, Katherine O’Donnell will return to Cork this month where she will be taking part in a panel discussion at the West Cork Literary Festival. Ahead of the event, she chats to MARGARET DONNELLAN about her work on the history of ideas, her activism, and what she believes we need to make sure Ireland’s progress doesn’t slide backwards.

Wendy O’Driscoll was named Established Businesswoman of the Year at this year’s Network Cork awards. She talks to EMMA CONNOLLY about her career journey and stepping outside your comfort zone.

In times gone by, I have always felt a bit trapped in the accessible area, but that is totally changing.

Eimear Collins was elected to Fianna Fáil’s National Executive in recent weeks, and hopes to use her seat to advocate for issues affecting her generation. She chats to MARGARET DONNELLAN about being drawn to politics from a young age, and her hopes for the future.

Hazel O’Connell, Retirement & Investment Consultant at Cornmarket tells us about her career journey in WoW. 

In this month’s WoW Bites!, KATE RYAN meets Epi Rogan and hears how she decided to leave the restaurant business to become a professional forager.

I love my job and I took my profession seriously from the very first day I started beauty college. I don’t forget what I came from, or how hard it has been, and I have a very good perspective on life - that is what’s given me the drive to always keep pushing on, keep bettering myself.

Eileen O’Shea, Occupational Therapy Manager with Horizons shares her career journey with WoW!

This time of year can be a true challenge for working parents, forcing them to juggle even more than in term time, writes JULIE HELEN.

Having suffered debilitating pain for years as a result of UTIs, Cork woman Mary Cotter retrained and built her own business to help other women who were affected by the same condition, writes EMMA CONNOLLY.

Managing childcare during the summer holidays can feel like a juggle for many. Five Cork women told EMMA CONNOLLY how they approach childcare in July and August, and shared their advice for other mums.

Carrigaline woman Lydia O’Keeffe took part in the Miss Universe Ireland finals at the weekend. She tells EMMA CONNOLLY how she decided to take part in the pageant to share her story, and hopefully help others.

Cork-based Irish Cancer Society nurse, Nicola Whelan, shares practical advice on choosing sun protection and keeping safe in the good weather with EMMA CONNOLLY. 

With a background in PR, Melissa Clarke admits she felt immense pressure that she was falling behind in her field after choosing to take some time out when her children were young. She tells EMMA CONNOLLY how working for herself has allowed her to balance work and family life.

From layered looks to bright prints, this season’s athleisure trends are all about having fun, writes PRUDENCE WADE.

Gene Cashman, Veterinarian at Village Vets Glanmire tells WoW about her career journey. 

Dawn Holton put her life on hold for two years when she decided to retrain as an auctioneer, having spent more than 15 years as an SNA. The Cork woman was recognised as the Network Cork Emerging Businesswoman of the Year, and tells EMMA CONNOLLY her decision has paid off.

I am lending my voice in the best way I can because every single life matters, and time is ticking by.

Louise O’Neill chats to MARGARET DONNELLAN about the inspiration behind her latest book, her upcoming memoir, and coming home to Cork.

The Mayor of the County of Cork, Cllr Mary Linehan Foley hosted a civic reception to recognise the outstanding achievements of the group; the highest honour the Mayor of the County can give to a group or individual.

Emer Dineen ìs bringing 0800-Cupid to Cork this week in what is something of a homecoming for the actor, writer and cabaret star. She chats to COLETTE SHERIDAN about life in London, her family, and the influences behind the show.

While Julie Maguire is based in London these days, she frequently travels back and forth between Ireland and the UK for work. She tells COLETTE SHERIDAN about her latest project, why she is drawn to acting, and her hopes to try something a little different in the future.

When Liz Ehrenberg-Redl first moved to West Cork, she decided to delete her social media accounts, despite having 50,000 YouTube subscribers. That break was however short lived. She tells EMMA CONNOLLY about the decision to relocate here and her work, and why she believes she couldn’t have built her business without the West Cork community.

It’s funny how, as we are going through life, we think the important memories are the big milestones or public occasions where we are all keeping up appearances. 

Anne Heffernan, Microbiology Lab Supervisor tells us how she ended up working in her dream role.