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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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- Cork News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Skibbereen Water Restrictions Explained
Skibbereen’s water woes hit again—nighttime restrictions kick in Wed, June 24, through the weekend to let reservoirs recover. With treated water being used…
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Major Collision in Cork City Center
A major multi-car collision erupted in Cork city center earlier today on Lower Glanmire Road near Leisureplex, leaving one driver injured and prompting…
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Limerick Language School Shutdown
A language school in Limerick, Student Campus, has abruptly shut down, leaving students unpaid and stranded—some haven’t had classes in weeks, others never…
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Batteries in the Sky
Over 350 dangerous goods reports hit Irish skies last year, mostly involving batteries and electronics—some sparking fires, smoke, or even explosions…
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A Century of Love and Legacy
A century and eight years of grace: Sister Colette Hickey, Ireland’s oldest woman and a beloved nun of the Good Shepherd Convent, passed away at 108, leaving…
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Homelessness Numbers Dip Slightly
Homelessness numbers dipped slightly in May, falling by 101 to 17,447 people — including 11,864 adults and 5,583 children — after hitting a record high in…
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Fine Gael Eyes Northern Ireland Elections
Fine Gael is seriously considering running candidates in Northern Ireland elections as part of a bold new “blueprint” for a united Ireland, set to be unveiled…
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N28 Shutdown Weekend Alert
Get ready for major road closures this weekend — the N28 between Rochestown and Carr’s Hill will shut down Friday, July 24th at 8 PM until Monday, July 27th at…
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Teen Hospitalized After Scrambler Crash
A teen is hospitalized after a brutal scrambler bike crash in Dublin’s Five Lamps intersection—just one of many reckless rides turning deadly. The rider fled…
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Sister Colette Hickey: Cork’s Legacy of Compassion
Cork has lost a true giant: Sister Colette Hickey, who died at 108, just days after becoming Ireland’s oldest living person. A visionary Good Shepherd sister…
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Save Cork’s Historic Prison
A historic Cork prison, dating back to 1860, faces imminent demolition as the Irish Prison Service plans a massive new facility on the same land—set to house…
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Kinsale Harbour Saves Itself
Kinsale Harbour’s controversial mussel farm is officially dead after the Aquaculture Licences Appeals Board withdrew the application—no environmental impact…
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Motorcyclist Dies in Ballinamore Crash
Tragic crash on L1556 near Ballinamore claims life of a 30-something motorcyclist; he was airlifted to Beaumont Hospital and later pronounced dead. Road closed…
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Doctor Prescribed Wrong Thyroid Treatment
A doctor in Kilcock, Ireland, Neville Wilson, faces serious consequences after prescribing treatment for an underactive thyroid to a patient with a known…
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Ireland's New Passport Is a Cultural Masterpiece
Ireland just unveiled its most advanced passport yet — a stunning blend of heritage, art, and cutting-edge tech. Designed with input from 15,000 citizens, it…
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SunSmart Campaign Extends to Summer 2026
The HSE and GAA are teaming up again for an extended SunSmart campaign through summer 2026, urging kids, coaches, and parents to protect skin during outdoor…
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Alleged Stabbing in Cobh Under Investigation
Alleged Stabbing in Cobh Under Investigation
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Border Controls and Human Trafficking
Taoiseach Micheál Martin admits more needs to be done to track people entering the Republic from Northern Ireland, acknowledging illegal migration and human…
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Meehan’s Parole and Veronica’s Legacy
Veronica Guerin’s family demands an apology from convicted killer Brian Meehan ahead of his parole, calling it a vital step toward closure after her 1996…
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Cork City Emergency Services in Action
Cork City’s Fire Service had a whirlwind year—handling over 3,300 calls, welcoming 16 new firefighters, and upgrading Ballyvolane Station—all while securing…
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Kinsale’s Summer Adventure Guide
Kinsale’s summer is bursting with culture, history, and adventure—from Tracton Music Festival to James Fort’s 370-year-old walls, and the newly opened Old Mill…
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West Cork Courts Grounded Over Legal Aid Plan
West Cork’s criminal courts are grinding to a halt as solicitors strike over a new flat-fee legal aid plan imposed by the Department of Justice, sparking…
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Shane Dalton Remembered in Equestrian Community
Tragedy strikes the Irish show jumping world with the death of Shane Dalton, age 29, a rising star whose talent, humility, and passion left an indelible mark…
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Skibbereen Water Crisis in Heatwave
Eight thousand homes and businesses in Skibbereen and surrounding areas are under a boil water notice amid a scorching heatwave, triggered by elevated…
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Paintings Return to Skibbereen Roots
Three ancestral paintings, once lost to time and distance, have returned to Ireland thanks to the legacy of Elizabeth Vetell—whose passing in 2025 didn’t stop…
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Body Found in Donegal Car
Body Found in Donegal Car
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Investment Scams Spiking Online
Investment scams are exploding online, with AIB reporting a shocking 1,500-fold surge in fake ads and sites just in the first five months of this year…
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Ireland’s Tech-Infused Passport Unveiled
Ireland just unveiled its most advanced passport yet — a high-tech, eco-conscious marvel packed with cutting-edge security, stunning Irish-inspired art, and…
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Cork’s Heritage Sites Free Today
Cork County Council is throwing open five historic sites for free today, June 26th, as part of “Your Council Day” — a nationwide celebration of local…
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Cork’s Broadband Expansion Hits 72K
National Broadband Ireland just announced a major fiber rollout in Cork, connecting another 6,000 homes, farms, and businesses in areas like Dunmanway and…
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EMTs Train Together on Bere Island
Bere Island became a high-stakes training ground this past weekend as EMTs from Cork and Kerry Civil Defence, the Red Cross, and the Irish Defence Forces…
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Rainbow Childcare Breaks Ground
Construction has officially begun on Rainbow Childcare’s brand new center in Milleencoola, Bantry — a community-built facility designed to meet local families’…
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Cold Water Danger: Stay Safe This Summer
Hot air, icy water—danger’s brewing at the beach. The Irish Coast Guard warns: don’t jump in blindly. Cold-water shock can turn deadly fast. Stick to…
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Ireland’s Stylish New Passport
Ireland’s newest passport is a stylish statement, featuring the Irish wolfhound as its centerpiece after 15,000 citizens voted it their favorite. Packed with…