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The Echo (Cork) — Top News · today 'Critical' €1.8bn Cork area commuter railway project on track under new powers • The Cork Area Commuter Rail Programme aims to deliver a modern, electrified commuter rail network with eight new stations, and improved integration with buses, cycling and future public transport projects

Irish Examiner — Munster · today Cork doctor warns of surge in child e-scooter injuries despite under-16 ban • A Cork emergency consultant says severe head injuries continue to affect underage riders despite legislation banning e-scooter use

Irish Examiner — Munster · today Cork gardaí seize e-scooter capable of 87km/h from 14-year-old • Officers say ongoing enforcement has also led to the seizure of scramblers as they target dangerous use of powered vehicles

TheCork.ie · today 100 years of Cork County Council Libraries • 23 July 2026 By Elaine Murphy [email protected] Cork County Council Library and Arts Service Invites Public to Share Library Memories to Celebrate 100 Years Cork County Council Library and Arts Service is inviting members of the public to share their treasured memories of Cork libraries as part of celebrations marking the service’s 100th anniversary. • The post 100 years of Cork County Council Libraries appeared first on TheCork.ie (News & Entertainment).

Cork Beo · today Former All-Star hurler DJ Carey hospitalised during prison sentence • Prison officers are required to remain with Carey for the duration of his time at the hospital

The Echo (Cork) — Cork Sport · today Douglas footballers hit Mallow for four goals in impressive opening round win • With Carrigaline getting the better of St Finbarr's in the other Group 2 encounter, both sides were keen to start with a first-round win

The Echo (Cork) — Cork Sport · today Dramatic finish sees Fermoy have close win over Naomh Aban in Cork PIFC opening game • Naomh Aban led for most of the hour and when ahead 1-16 to 0-13 after 55 minutes and they looked like certain winners.

The Echo (Cork) — Top News · today Concerns raised over impact Luas will have on busy Cork city street • Social Democrats TD Pádraig Rice told The Echo that while he maintains “full support” for Luas Cork, he is still worried the development could hamper MacCurtain St, and reduce its capacity for outdoor dining

The Echo (Cork) — Top News · today Watch: Temporary bridge on Cork motorway project lifted into place • The structure, which was installed over the weekend, will eventually be demolished to make way for a longer and wider bridge spanning the M28 motorway

TheCork.ie · today Tesco at Douglas Village Shopping Centre completes refurbishment, while Decathlon to open on 1st floor “in the coming weeks” • 25 July 2026 By Tom Collins [email protected] Tesco Douglas has officially relaunched following a multi-million-euro refurbishment. • The renovation has transformed the store into a bright, new one-floor shopping destination, because French Sports giant Decathlon will be opening in the coming weeks in Tesco’s previous first floor section. • The refreshed store now features a brand-new Tesco...

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What's on: next 14 days

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Mon 27 Jul · St. Peters Cork · Pure Cork events. 1926 Census Exhibition

Mon 27 Jul · Triskel Arts Centre · Pure Cork events. Billy Lingwood: Residency & Exhibition

Mon 27 Jul · The Mills Inn · Pure Cork events. Ciorcál Comhrá - Fáilte Roimh Chách / All Welcome

Mon 27 Jul · Crane Lane Theatre · Pure Cork events. DJ Val (Crystal Bar)

Mon 27 Jul · Cork Public Museum · Pure Cork events. Exhibition: Life, Death, Legacy: Ireland's Connected Bronze Age

Mon 27 Jul · Cork Printmakers · Pure Cork events. In The Fold Of The Earth Exhibition

Mon 27 Jul · Ballymaloe Grainstore · Pure Cork events. Irish Design Works 2026: A Celebration Of Contemporary Design

Mon 27 Jul · Crane Lane Theatre · Pure Cork events. Jazz Improv! Special Freddie Hendrix Quintet

Mon 27 Jul · Old Oak · Pure Cork events. Karaoke with Fitzies Magical Flute

Mon 27 Jul · Triskel Arts Centre · Pure Cork events. My Father's Island (15a)

Mon 27 Jul · Triskel Arts Centre · Pure Cork events. Nirvanna: The Band – The Show – The Movie (Nc)

Mon 27 Jul · Briery Gap · Pure Cork events. Once Upon a Time in a Cinema

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Did you know? · Cork city, commuter towns and county hubs

Cobh's St Colman's Cathedral has a 91.4-metre spire, making it the tallest church in Ireland.

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