'Senseless and heartbreaking': Fire at community toy box on Cork beach deliberate, locals believe

• Toy box made by members of Carrigaline Men’s Shed encouraged children visiting Myrtleville beach to borrow a toy and to put their own unwanted toys in the box after their visit for another child to enjoy

Today in Cork city, commuter towns and county hubs

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The local news that matters this morning

Here's the local news from the past 24 hours, made easy to digest.

Cork Beo · yesterday Anna Geary on juggling work, wellness and becoming a mum of two • Anna Geary opens up about raising her two young boys and showing up for herself so she can be the best mother possible

Cork Beo · yesterday Community rallies to pay funeral costs for tragic young Cork GAA player • Mourners wore bright colours to Killian English's funeral

The Echo (Cork) — Cork Sport · yesterday Sharper Kilbrin deny former kingpins Meelin in the Duhallow JAHC • It dated back to 2010 for Meelin’s previous involvement when overcoming Kilbrin in the divisional final before embarking on a triumphant trail to collect county, Munster and All Ireland accolades in Croke Park.

Cork Beo · yesterday Cork Gardaí stop child, 10, riding 65km/h e-scooter on footpath • Kid was doing 35km/h - almost twice the legal limit for these vehicles

Cork Beo · Local news · yesterday 'Irish Gardener' shares how to keep wasps away when eating outdoors in August • EXCLUSIVE: Expert Irish gardener Peter Dowdall has spoken to CorkBeo about some of the most effective ways you can keep wasps away from your food if you are eating outside this month

Cork Beo · Local news · yesterday 'It's stripped everything from us' - Cork mum speaks out after brothers brutally attacked in Mahon • The family has called for immediate action to prevent another incident like this

Cork Beo · Local news · yesterday Gardaí nab drivers speeding or drink driving every 2 minutes over August bank holiday • Arrests for intoxicated driving also include those who tested positive for drugs at the roadside

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Tides

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What's on: next 14 days

A quick-view of 8 priority public listings from 8 tracked events over the next 14 days. Tap any item for the source and full details.

Wed 5 Aug · Eventbrite — Cork events. Taller de Lactancia Exitosa

Wed 5 Aug · Triskel Arts Centre · Pure Cork events. Billy Lingwood: Residency & Exhibition

Wed 5 Aug · Castletownbere · Pure Cork events. Castletownbere Festival Of The Sea

Wed 5 Aug · Dwyers Of Cork · Pure Cork events. Cathal Fitzpatrick

Wed 5 Aug · Crane Lane Theatre · Pure Cork events. Ceili By The Lee

Wed 5 Aug · The Lough · Pure Cork events. Ceilí Cois Locha

Wed 5 Aug · Various Locations in Cork · Pure Cork events. Cork Craft Month

Wed 5 Aug · Crane Lane Theatre · Pure Cork events. DJ Jus Me (Crystal Bar)

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

The modern Midleton Distillery is the largest on the island of Ireland and home to brands including Jameson, Redbreast, Powers and Green Spot.

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