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Cork News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Hosted by Corey with the Story, Cork News Today delivers fast, focused daily updates on the stories shaping Cork, Ireland—from local news and business to culture, sports, and community developments. Designed for quick, on-the-go listening, each episode brings you up to speed in minutes. Produced by AI for speed, consistency, and global scale, the show is part of The Daily News Now network—bringing local news to every city in the world and keeping communities connected. Cork News Today is your…
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Ireland's Major Drug Bust Uncovered | Cork News
Ireland's Major Drug Bust Uncovered | Cork News
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Single Adults Face Rising Homelessness Crisis | Cork News
Homelessness in Ireland’s southwest is hitting crisis levels, with Cork seeing a record 828 adults in emergency accommodation—up sharply from last year—and the…
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Glen Hansard’s Final Farewell in Dublin | Cork News
Dublin prepares to bid a final, heartfelt farewell to Glen Hansard, the Oscar-winning musician and cultural icon who died at 56 after a tragic motorcycle…
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Cobh’s Public Right of Way Finally Recognized | Cork News
After a seven-year legal battle, the Port of Cork Company has officially acknowledged a public right of way in Cobh — a historic path dating back to the 1800s…
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Barry Daly’s Legacy Lives On | Cork News
A postman’s murder shattered a family and a community. His partner, Katie O’Reilly, delivered a raw, emotional victim impact statement in court, describing how…
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Bantry Flood Project Hits Town | Cork News
Bantry town is about to undergo major flood defense work set to last until 2031, protecting 200 homes — but locals are bracing for chaos as construction hits…
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Glen Hansard Remembered in Dublin | Cork News
Glen Hansard, the soulful Irish musician and Oscar-winning star of “Once,” has died at just 53 after a motorcycle accident in Dublin. Thousands gathered for a…
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Bruac: Education for Women Facing Homelessness | Cork News
A groundbreaking new initiative in Cork, Bruac, is transforming lives by offering homeless and at-risk women a lifeline through education, training, and…
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Survivors Left Paying Legal Bills | Cork News
The Women of Honour, a vital group representing abuse survivors in the Defence Forces, are sidelined as legal battles in the High Court stall the tribunal’s…
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Midleton’s Nature Flood Plan in Trouble | Cork News
After Storm Babet wrecked Midleton in 2024, a study was launched to explore nature-based flood solutions like wetlands and trees—but the draft report’s release…
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Motorcyclist’s Tragic Loss on R448 | Cork News
A tragic motorcycle crash on the R448 near Leighlinbridge claimed the life of 40-year-old Darell Nolan, a beloved Tinahely resident and dedicated fundraiser…
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Dublin Mountains Fire Reignites | Cork News
Dublin’s wildfire nightmare keeps flaring up—this time, a stubborn gorse blaze near Glencullen has reignited, sending smoke swirling into the city and forcing…
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Two Brothers Attacked in Mahon | Cork News
Two teenage brothers were brutally attacked on their way home in Mahon, Cork, leaving the 17-year-old with a concussion, broken nose, and severe bruising —…
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Back-to-School Costs Keep Rising | Cork News
Back-to-School Costs Keep Rising | Cork News
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Jimmy Cricket’s Final Encore | Cork News
Jimmy Cricket, the legendary Northern Irish comedian whose catchphrase “There’s more” defined his career and spirit, has died at 80 after a brief illness…
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Fleadh Cheoil Lands in Belfast | Cork News
The Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann, Ireland’s biggest music festival, made its historic debut in Belfast this week — drawing 800,000 expected attendees and…
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Garda Road Safety Crackdown Revealed | Cork News
Gardaí launched a massive road safety crackdown over the August bank holiday weekend, targeting speeding, drink-driving, phone use, and seatbelt violations —…
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Retailer Loses Nine Million Euro Tax Appeal | Cork News
A major retailer faces a nine-million-euro tax bill after losing an eight-day appeal battle over pandemic wage subsidies — the Revenue Commissioners ruled they…
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Health Inspectors Exposed | Cork News
Health Inspectors Exposed | Cork News
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Sinn Féin Demands Land Buy for Mother and Baby Home Site | Cork News
Sinn Féin’s Mary Lou McDonald is urging the Taoiseach to allocate funds in Budget 2027 to buy the land of the former Bessborough mother and baby home — a site…
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Dursey Island Road Jam Crisis | Cork News
Traffic chaos is hitting Dursey Island’s cable car route this summer, with narrow paths, overgrown hedges, and stuck campervans turning a scenic drive into a…
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Cork's Housing Challenges and Plans | Cork News
Cork City Council manages nearly 12,000 social housing units, with a massive €147 million budget this year—€21 million earmarked for maintenance—and plans to…
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Jimmy Cricket Passes at 80 | Cork News
Legendary comedian Jimmy Cricket has passed away at 80, surrounded by love and laughter — his family says he kept cracking jokes even in the hospital. Known…
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51 Cows Shot by State Slaughter Team | Cork News
Fifty-one cows were shot in a field in County Tyrone by the Department of Agriculture’s Humane Slaughter Team—following a court order tied to the farmer’s…
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Together at Fair Green Returns | Cork News
Get ready for the return of “Together at Fair Green” — a massive, free community day in Midleton on Sunday, August 23rd, bringing together nearly 2,000 people…
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Holywood Hate Crime Under Investigation | Cork News
Police are investigating a racially motivated hate crime in Hollywood where two windows were smashed, paint was thrown on a home, and two kids inside suffered…
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Dublin Man Charged With Gun Threat | Cork News
A Dublin man, Stephen Ennis, faces serious charges after allegedly sending a threatening text with a photo of a loaded handgun to his ex-partner — the weapon…
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Glen Hansard Remembered in Irish Tribute | Cork News
Thousands turned out to honor Glen Hansard, the Oscar-winning songwriter and beloved frontman of The Frames, at a moving tribute in Dublin’s Irish Museum of…
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Glen Hansard’s Last Gig at Coughlans | Cork News
Glen Hansard’s final performance at Cork’s beloved Coughlans Bar in December 2024 left a lasting mark — not just on the venue, but on the entire Irish…
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Rain Warning Hits Southeast Ireland | Cork News
Rain’s coming to Ireland — Met Éireann has issued a yellow warning for Wicklow, Wexford, and Waterford tonight, with localized flooding and rough travel…
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Sammy Wilson Under Parliamentary Probe | Cork News
MP Sammy Wilson faces fresh scrutiny after the Westminster standards commissioner launches an investigation into his alleged failure to declare a financial…
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Data Centers Should Pay Their Fair Share | Cork News
Data centers are gobbling up 23% of Ireland’s electricity—and it’s time they pay their fair share. Friends of the Earth Ireland is demanding that these massive…
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The Rise and Fall of Irish Nationwide | Cork News
Michael Fingleton, the visionary who turned Irish Nationwide from a small lender into a €16 billion property powerhouse, died at 88 — leaving behind a legacy…
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Few Complaints, High Standards in Courts | Cork News
Only one out of 87 complaints against judges last year was deemed admissible for investigation, highlighting the rigorous standards upheld by most judges…
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Madden's Buildings and Cork's Early Housing Debate | Cork News
In 1912, Cork City faced a fiery debate over Madden’s Buildings—the city’s first social housing project. While some pushed to sell them for profit to fund more…
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Brutalist Flats in Crisis | Cork News
Sixty years after they were built, brutalist flats on Noonan’s Road are crumbling—mold, damp, and rodent infestations have made them unsafe, prompting…
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Women on Water Celebrates Joan’s Legacy | Cork News
Get ready for Women on Water, Baltimore’s dazzling day of sea swims, sailboats, and charity—honoring Joan Collins’ legacy while raising over 100K for cancer…
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Bank Holiday Road Safety Alert | Cork News
Bank holiday weekend saw Gardaí crack down hard on reckless driving, arresting 121 for drink or drug impairment and clocking over 2,700 speeding…
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Masked Robbery at Cork Credit Union | Cork News
A masked gunman allegedly stormed The Lough Credit Union in Cork, brandishing a fake handgun and threatening staff—forcing a teller to hand over cash. The…
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Gazan Students Blocked from Irish Scholarships | Cork News
Over 20 Gazan students with full Irish scholarships are being denied visas on bizarre grounds—like lacking proof of English skills, despite universities…
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Shooting in Ballinasloe Early Monday | Cork News
A shooting erupted in Ballinasloe, Co Galway, around 3:15 AM Monday — a young man in his twenties was hit but not critically injured. Emergency crews rushed…
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Protected Buildings in Crisis | Cork News
Ireland’s 40,000+ protected heritage buildings are crumbling—especially government-owned ones—highlighting a costly clash between preservation and modern…
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Mixed Weather Ahead with Thundery Showers | Cork News
Weather’s throwing a wild week ahead—expect mixed skies, cooler temps, and thundery showers, especially in the southeast and northwest. Humidity sticks around…
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Fish Farm Manager Fired for Bay Jump | Cork News
A fish farm manager in West Cork, Giorgio Cobau, plunged into Bantry Bay without safety gear to retrieve a drifting boat — thinking it was a quick fix. But the…
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Fermoy’s Big Country Music Festival | Cork News
Fermoy’s biggest country music festival is just around the corner—August 16th, from 1 PM to 7 PM, featuring headliners Mike Denver and Michael English, plus…
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Cork Council Eyes Rent Hikes for Social Housing | Cork News
Cork City Council is eyeing rent hikes for some social housing tenants to fund a major maintenance overhaul, but tenants are furious — arguing the council…
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Fifty Years of Community Spirit | Cork News
Fifty years of community spirit celebrated at Courtmacsherry Harbour Festival as rugby star Jack Crowley kicked off the event, praising the tireless volunteers…
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Senator O'Donovan on West Cork Priorities | Cork News
Senator Noel O’Donovan is sounding the alarm on the Skibbereen to Baltimore greenway project, arguing against using compulsory purchase orders and calling for…
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Yellow Rose Playground Opens on Cape Clear | Cork News
Cape Clear Island just unveiled its first public playground, Clós Spraoi an Róis Bhuí — the Yellow Rose Playground — drawing over sixty joyful kids on opening…
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Island Drift Festival Returns This September | Cork News
Island Drift returns to Garnish Island this September for its fourth year, blending music, literature, and nature in a weekend of free daytime events (for…
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20 Years of Community at Dunmanway | Cork News
For two decades, the Family Resource Centre in Dunmanway has been the heart of its community—offering support, connection, and inclusive services to families…
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The World Lives With War | Cork News
Three years on, the world is drowning in overlapping wars — Gaza’s rubble, Iran-Israel clashes, Syria’s surprise leader, Sudan’s collapse, Ukraine’s endless…
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Ireland's Cameras Under Cyber Threat | Cork News
Ireland’s internet-connected security cameras are dangerously exposed, with 37% of devices in the country potentially hackable — putting factories, banks, and…
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Paying Kids for Chores Backfires | Cork News
Paying kids for chores might sound simple, but it’s sparking a major debate. With pocket money costs up 86% since 2015—now nearly $1,200 a year—parents are…
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Tragic Crash on R232 in Fincashel | Cork News
Tragedy struck on the R232 near Pettigo as a young man in his twenties died instantly in a collision with a four-by-four, while his female passenger suffered…
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Weather Shifts: Storms and Showers Ahead | Cork News
Weather’s turning wild—after a sunny stretch, thunderstorms and heavy rain are on the way with spot flooding risks and humidity pushing temps to 24°C. The…
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Mazda CX-5 Tops Global Safety Awards | Cork News
The all-new Mazda CX-5 just smashed it with the top safety honor: the 2026 TOP SAFETY PICK+ from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety — and it’s not just…
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Cork Council Plans Rent Hikes Amid Maintenance Crisis | Cork News
Cork City Council is proposing rent hikes for some social housing tenants to fund much-needed maintenance, sparking fierce backlash. While officials claim the…
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Cork's Social Housing Legacy | Cork News
In 1912, Cork City Council faced a pivotal moment when it debated selling Madden’s Buildings — the city’s first social housing project — to fund new affordable…
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Ireland Deploys First Defense Attachés | Cork News
Ireland is making history by deploying its first-ever defense attachés to France, the UK, and the U.S., marking a major leap in its global security strategy…