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Irish Examiner — Munster · today 'Like driving on the moon': Cork County Council pays out €3.1m in public liability claims, most related to potholes • More than 600 public liability claims were paid in a year as thousands of pothole complaints flooded Cork County Council

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).

TheCork.ie · today Cork project awarded €750,000 from the Creative Ireland Climate Action Fund • 22 July 2026 By Mary Bermingham [email protected] An ambitious three-year project designed to enable behaviour change in Cork City by encouraging people to rethink and reduce the number of short car journeys has been awarded €750,000 through the Creative Ireland Climate Action Fund III (2026–2029). • Led by Cork City Council, the Cultureways project is being... • The post Cork project awarded €750,000 from the Creative Ireland Climate Action Fund appeared first on TheCork.ie (News & Entertainment).

RTÉ News — Munster · today 'Political will' can protect Aughinish jobs - Ukraine MP • The chair of the committee on Ukraine's integration with the EU has said there is a way to protect jobs at Aughinish Alumina if the company is sanctioned, should the Irish Government have "the political will" to do so.

The Echo (Cork) — Cork Sport · today Carrigaline stun defending PSFC champions St Finbarr's in opening round deserved win • Probably a record championship attendance for this impressive venue but the Barrs can have few excuses as their overall play was lethargic and were made to pay the price against a side who played with confidence over the hour.

Cork Beo · today Cork TikTok star who lost mum to stroke raising thousands for charity in her memory • 'If I can help fund therapy for another family who go through the same thing, then that's my job done'

Cork Beo · today Wife of man who took own life at Cork mental health unit settles High Court action • Mark Reilly died after being admitted to a single room in the CUH acute mental health unit in March 2022

The Echo (Cork) — Top News · today Council seeks bids for roll-out of EV chargers in Cork • While the tender does not specify how many charging points will be installed, or the council facilities involved, the contract has been valued at €200,000.

TheCork.ie · today Hibernia Line announces partnership with Irish TV chef Rachel Allen • 24 July 2026 By Tom Collins [email protected] Bestselling cookery writer, TV presenter and chef Rachel Allen will curate exclusive menus for Hibernia Line’s daily Cork to Boulogne-sur-Mer sailings. • Hibernia Line, Ireland’s newest ferry service, recently announced a brand ambassador partnership with Rachel Allen, one of Ireland’s most acclaimed cookery writers and TV chefs, to offer... • The post Hibernia Line announces partnership with Irish TV chef Rachel Allen appeared first on TheCork.ie (News & Entertainment).

The Echo (Cork) — Top News · today Sentencing of young Cork mother's killer is stalled over solicitors' strike • Sentencing for the manslaughter was scheduled the Central Criminal Court sitting in Cork.

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What's on: next 7 days

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Sat 25 Jul · Cyprus Avenue · Eventbrite — Cork events. Guaya - July 25th

Sat 25 Jul · OneLife Fitness Gym(South Terrace) · Eventbrite — Cork events. Hike Trip to Mount Brandon

Sat 25 Jul · The Pav · Eventbrite — Cork events. KISS NIGHTS CORK CITY - 2ND ANNIVERSARY

Sat 25 Jul · Sky Bar Cork · Eventbrite — Cork events. The Old School Party

Sat 25 Jul · Levis Corner House · Pure Cork events. *CANCELLED* Mockie Ah's Summer Slay-lí

Sat 25 Jul · The Vicarstown · Pure Cork events. Black Dog Presents: DJ Menace

Sat 25 Jul · Cantys · Pure Cork events. Carrie & The Midnight Mob

Sat 25 Jul · The Park · Pure Cork events. Childish Lambino

Sat 25 Jul · Cork City · Pure Cork events. Cork Ska & Reggae Festival

Sat 25 Jul · The Welcome Inn · Pure Cork events. Cruise Ship Sessions

Sat 25 Jul · The Vicarstown · Pure Cork events. DJ Big Daddy Can

Sat 25 Jul · Coughlan's · Pure Cork events. Hot Blooded Animals

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

Cobh is home to the Royal Cork Yacht Club, established in 1720 and recognised as the world's oldest yacht club.

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