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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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Glen Hansard: Ireland’s Musical Legacy | Cork News
Glen Hansard, the soulful Irish musician and actor whose haunting melodies and Oscar-winning performance in Once touched hearts worldwide, has passed away…
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Glen Hansard Remembered | Cork News
Glen Hansard, the soulful Irish singer-songwriter and activist best known for his Oscar-winning “Falling Slowly” and his iconic busking in Dublin, died…
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Cork Council’s Six Million Housing Fix | Cork News
Cork City Council dumped nearly four million euros into mediation to resolve a stalled housing project — and then paid the original contractor another…
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Cork Pushes for Second National Sports Campus | Cork News
Cork is poised to become Ireland’s second national sports campus hub, leveling the playing field for athletes and communities across the south. With unanimous…
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Asbestos Protest in Ringaskiddy | Cork News
In the late 70s, Ringaskiddy, County Cork, became ground zero for a fierce community uprising against asbestos dumping by Raybestos Manhattan. As…
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Training Through Grief for Heart Hope | Cork News
Cork influencer Taylor-Lee Keating is training hard for the Alpha Hyrox simulation in September, not just for fitness, but to honor her late mother and raise…
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Seat Ibiza Refreshed for 2024 | Cork News
Seat’s Ibiza, named after a Spanish locale and beloved since 1984, gets a subtle but stylish refresh with sharper styling, a retro-inspired cabin, and a punchy…
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Cork Demands Its National Sports Campus | Cork News
Cork County Council is demanding a second national sports campus to level the playing field for southern Ireland, arguing that as the region’s largest and most…
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Is Your Well Water Safe | Cork News
Water safety is sounding the alarm: the EPA warns hotels, daycares, and schools using private wells to test for e.coli, since one in twenty may be contaminated…
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Ireland’s New Sky Watch Radar | Cork News
Ireland is set to deploy a cutting-edge military radar system from France, marking a major leap in national air defense. Designed to deliver a complete…
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Glen Hansard Remembered | Cork News
The music world is in mourning after Irish legend Glen Hansard, frontman of The Frames and Oscar-winning songwriter, died at 56 in a Dublin motorcycle…
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Ireland Drops Old Nuclear Advice | Cork News
Ireland’s nuclear emergency plan has been overhauled — goodbye “Go In, Stay In, Tune In,” hello smarter, more adaptable response. Minister Darragh O’Brien’s…
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Christian Brothers Names Exposed in Court | Cork News
High Court clears the way for the names of 341 former Christian Brothers to be published nationwide in a landmark civil case, aimed at locating individuals who…
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Creeslough Families Seek Justice | Cork News
The Taoiseach met with grieving families from the Creeslough explosion, where ten lives—including children—were lost in October 2022. The heartfelt, open…
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Retailers Battle Mayor’s August Street Closures | Cork News
Over 100 Limerick retailers are rallying against the mayor’s August street closures, warning they’ll cripple vital back-to-school sales—some likening the…
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Glen Hansard’s Compassion in Action | Cork News
Glen Hansard, Grammy-winning musician and tireless activist, used his iconic Dublin busking to tackle the housing crisis head-on, urging compassion for both…
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Planned Fight Ends in Fatal Stabbing | Cork News
A man named Patrick Fitzpatrick faces serious consequences after organizing a deadly “straightener” brawl at a Bray playground that ended in the fatal stabbing…
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Legal Aid Payment Crisis Sparks Justice Ruling | Cork News
A High Court ruling exposes a damning flaw in Ireland’s justice system: eleven accused individuals were illegally detained because they lacked lawyers at their…
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Not Guilty by Reason of Insanity | Cork News
A young man accused of stabbing his frail, housebound father 27 times is fighting for not guilty by reason of insanity, claiming a severe psychotic episode…
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Cork Man Faces Domestic Violence Charges | Cork News
A man in Cork faces serious charges including assault causing harm, possession of a kitchen knife, and breaching a protection order — all stemming from an…
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Keane and Doyle Back on Stage | Cork News
Roy Keane and Roddy Doyle are back on stage for two sold-out nights in Killarney this September, revisiting the explosive, unfiltered conversations from their…
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So We Begin | Cork News
You’re about to dive into the wild, weird, and wildly important world of podcasting—where secrets are spilled, trends explode, and the mic drops on everything…
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Shane Matthews’ RTÉ Phone Panic | Cork News
A Cork man, Shane Matthews, 47, is back in custody after allegedly storming RTÉ studios twice, yelling threats — a repeat of earlier paint-throwing offenses…
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Legal Aid Crisis Sparks Justice Ruling | Cork News
The High Court has slammed the system for denying justice to detainees held without lawyers during bail hearings — a direct result of solicitors boycotting a…
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Bessborough Site Must Become National Memorial | Cork News
Sinn Féin is demanding the government secure funding to buy the Bessborough site in Cork—a haunting former mother and baby home where over 18,000 lives passed…
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Apprenticeship Ombudsman Needed | Cork News
Ireland’s apprenticeship system is in crisis—exam failures, bureaucratic chaos, and ignored complaints have left trainees stranded. A bold new solution? A…
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Cork Teen Murder Trial Update | Cork News
A jury in Cork is still deliberating in the high-stakes trial of a 17-year-old accused of murder in the October 2025 death of Barry Daly — a case that’s been…
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Glen Hansard’s Legacy in Music and Advocacy | Cork News
Glen Hansard, the Irish folk icon and Oscar-winning songwriter, has died at 56—leaving behind a legacy of haunting melodies, activism, and art that called us…
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Bar Noise Forces Court Battle | Cork News
A couple in Gorey town are fighting to silence a bar next door, claiming relentless noise from amplified music and crowds—often until 1 AM—is destroying their…
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Mitchelstown’s Big Water Upgrade | Cork News
Uisce Éireann just kicked off a major €3.5 million upgrade in Mitchelstown, tackling the town’s aging wastewater system to support future growth—including new…
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Mikey’s 29,000km Tribute Ride | Cork News
Mikey Phelan’s epic 29,000-kilometer bike journey, launched April 27, 2025, from Ballinameela, is more than a personal challenge—it’s a heartfelt tribute to…
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Rooney Inquest Demands New Witnesses | Cork News
The family of Private Seán Rooney is demanding key witnesses—including an independent pathologist and ballistics experts—at his upcoming inquest, challenging…
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Tour de Beara Partners with Future Ticketing | Cork News
Tour de Beara is teaming up with Future Ticketing for a multi-year tech partnership to streamline online entries and merchandise sales, ensuring a seamless…
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Family Trapped in Bordeaux Wildfires | Cork News
A family vacation in Bordeaux turned into a nightmare as smoke and ash rained down on their lodging just five kilometers from raging European wildfires—turning…
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Fermoy Honors Local Legends Who Built a Playground | Cork News
In Fermoy, a heartfelt plaque honors local heroes John Fitzgerald and William Hughes for their tireless work transforming The Pool Playground into a community…
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Smoke from Tipperary Fire Reaches Cork | Cork News
A massive fire erupted in Slievenamon, County Tipperary, on July 20th and raged for days, forcing firefighters into a grueling battle against the flames. By…
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Sam Maguire Brings Mayo Economy to Life | Cork News
Mayo’s historic Sam Maguire win sparked an economic explosion across the county, with pubs, restaurants, and hotels seeing record-breaking spending…
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E-Scooter Rules Tighten This August | Cork News
E-scooters are getting a serious safety overhaul as the government tightens rules starting August: riders must be 18, helmets and high-vis gear are mandatory…
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Caribbean Climate Crisis Costs | Cork News
Caribbean nations are bearing the brunt of climate disasters, suffering over $53 billion in damage since 2000 — nearly 90% of all losses across 39 developing…
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Solicitor Strike Halts Brazilian Prostitution Case | Cork News
When a solicitor walked out in solidarity with fellow lawyers, it left a Brazilian woman accused of organized prostitution stranded in court — her sentencing…
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Decuplet Deportation Drama Ends | Cork News
A Nigerian man in Dublin, Sam Okwuoha, claimed he was one of ten identical brothers—and that authorities had the wrong guy—leading to a bizarre legal standoff…
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Remembering Private Seán Rooney | Cork News
The family of Private Seán Rooney is calling for justice as the truth behind his tragic death in Afghanistan continues to unravel — and they’re demanding…
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High Court Grants Bail Amid Legal Aid Crisis | Cork News
High Court delivers major win for detainees denied bail during legal aid strike, ruling their rights were “fundamentally denied” and ordering immediate release…
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Activists Demand Cancel Ireland-Israel Matches | Cork News
Activists under StopTheGame have seized the Department of Sport in Dublin, demanding Ireland cancel upcoming football matches against Israel, accusing the…
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Irish Yogurts Expands in Clonakilty | Cork News
Irish Yogurts, the beloved Clonakilty family business, is set to expand its factory with a major new extension—clearing old structures and shifting roads to…
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Early Releases and Private Jets | Cork News
Twenty-four convicted criminals, including those convicted of sexual offenses and domestic violence, were mysteriously released seven-and-a-half months early…
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Glen Hansard Dead at 65 | Cork News
Glen Hansard, the soulful frontman of The Frames and Oscar-winning musician, died tragically at 65 in a Dublin motorcycle accident, leaving the world in…
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Cork Family Finds Closure After Infant Son's Tragic Death | Cork News
A Cork family has reached a settlement in a High Court case over the heartbreaking death of their newborn son Patrick, who died just one day after birth in…
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Victim Anonymity Under Fire | Cork News
Former DUP leader Jeffrey Donaldson has been convicted on 18 sexual offense charges, including rape, tied to incidents involving two young girls — he’s now…
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Van Life in Ireland: Cost, Tech, and Survival | Cork News
Van registrations in Ireland surged seven percent last year, hitting over 32,700 units as tradespeople, farmers, and delivery drivers keep investing in these…
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Families Demand Public Inquiry After Creeslough Tragedy | Cork News
Families of the ten victims of the Creeslough explosion are demanding a public inquiry, arguing that a criminal investigation alone won’t bring closure. The…
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Dublin Castle Street Barriers Removed | Cork News
Dublin Castle’s Castle Street, shut down since late June for Ireland’s EU presidency with ID checks and bag searches, has suddenly reopened — shocking local…
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Glen Hansard Remembered | Cork News
Glen Hansard, the soulful voice behind The Frames and Oscar-winning song “Once,” has passed away at 56 after a tragic motorbike accident in Dublin — a…
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West Cork's Vacant Property Push | Cork News
West Cork’s vacant property crisis is heating up—with 24 derelict sites on the council’s register as of June, including iconic spots like Castle Ahán House…
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Maritime Hotel Wins Global Traveler Award | Cork News
The Maritime Hotel in Bantry just earned a prestigious Tripadvisor Travellers’ Choice Award for 2026, landing it in the top ten percent of hotels globally —…
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Cork Makes Two Millionaires in Two Days | Cork News
Cork just exploded with lottery luck—someone walked away with a cool million euros from a Daily Million Quick Pick at Kent Station, and just two days earlier…
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Twin Loss, Legal Settlement, and Grief | Cork News
In a heartbreaking legal settlement, the parents of twin boys Patrick and CJ Bohane have reached an agreement following Patrick’s tragic death just one day…
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Social Welfare Payments Shift Ahead | Cork News
Social welfare payments are shifting early this August due to the bank holiday — expect your usual Monday payment to arrive on Friday, July 31st, with Intreo…
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Woman Charged for Breaching Victim Anonymity | Cork News
A woman, 55, has been arrested in Ballynahinch for allegedly trying to expose the identities of two child sex abuse victims in the Jeffrey Donaldson case — a…
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Scarlett Faulkner Murder Trial Set | Cork News
Scarlett Faulkner Murder Trial Set | Cork News