The family of a young man who died from heart failure aged 23 are setting up a scholarship in his memory, writes Colette Sheridan
Ophelia underlined how the oceans and our island nation are linked inextricably and should raise public awareness of the importance of the sea.
A new book examines the extraordinary events of 1924, when Cork Corporation was dissolved. COLETTE SHERIDAN spoke to its author, Aodh Quinlivan
Two-year-old Lia White, from Clonakilty, has a rare condition which prevents her from growing like other children. In Dwarfism Awareness Month, EMMA CONNOLLY talks to Lia’s parents about their “perfect” little girl and how they are preparing her for life’s challenges that lie ahead
The 21 st /71 st Cork Scout Group have certainly earned praise from many quarters after they came out to help and assist many elderly residents living quite close to the scout centre.
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DRIVING on the main road from Midleton to Whitegate you don’t see Ballinacurra Port and you don’t pass through the village of Ballinacurra itself.
The scouts and Cub Scouts from the 71st Cork (Mayfield) were out in style last weekend with the Cub Scouts spending an activity weekend at Kilcully campsite.
That Spike Island is now Europe’s leading tourist attraction underlines what I have been writing about in this column - that Cork should be Ireland’s maritime capital.
As her eldest child flies the nest, CAMMY HARLEY asks how 18 years have come to pass already, as she recalls memories of her daughter’s childhood and ponders what the future holds
Cork singer Lynda Cullen battled alcohol addiction, but it was her sister’s love that helped her through, writes Shamim Malekmian
After travelling to Cork from the Ivory Coast, David Kra took his family cooking skills to market — and has set up a flourishing food business, reveals CHRIS DUNNE
It was the end of an era at the presentation of annual awards at the Togher Scout Centre on Wednesday evening last when two council members with exceptional service were guests of honour.
With Simon Cowell among his fans, Cobh singer Darragh McGann has the world at his feet. He tells CHRIS DUNNE a diagnosis of MS will not stop him
Worried your health will suffer now summer’s over? Take action now to keep well when the cold months hit, says SINEAD McCARTHY
So what is Cork Character Cafes initiative all about? KATE RYAN speaks to Ruth Healy of Urru Culinary Store in Bandon, about promoting cafes as community gathering places
I also put this question to the Minister: 'Does the statement possibly mean that the closure/transfer of the operational functions and location of the Naval Base from Haulbowline Island will be considered?'
This Sunday, when participants undertake The Great Railway Cycle, there will be a very special person on their minds, the late James O’Sullivan, who passed away earlier this year, who was a co-founder of the charity event, writes EMMA CONNOLLY
Bilingual writer Doireann Ní Ghríofa on what makes her happy, writing her fifth book and a poem about Cork
Brother and sister Rory O’Connell and Darina Allen of Ballymaloe Cookery School have new cookbooks out. CHRIS DUNNE caught up with them
The Southern Provincial Conference held at Kilcully Campsite was very well attended with a host of National figures and speakers present.
Ahead of a musical world premiere in Cork this week, COLETTE SHERIDAN talks to two talented young men, Cork composer Sam Perkins and percussionist Alex Petcu about learning musical instruments from a young age, battling tinnitus and building their friendship through music
Having found herself out of shape and stiff as a board, AUDREY ELLARD WALSH took up yoga classes with the school behind the hugely successful Yoga in the Park series, in aid of Cork’s homeless. She spoke to one of the founders of the school and recalls a retreat to Goa.
Soprano Celine Byrne performs at the Drimoleague Singing Festival this weekend. COLETTE SHERIDAN caught up with mum-of-three, who only started singing lessons aged 18 and whose career now takes her around the globe working with stars like José Carreras and Andrea Bocelli
He turned his back on the priesthood at 30, claiming he couldn’t handle the loneliness. Cork singing star Finbar Wright tells COLETTE SHERIDAN why the Catholic Church needs to change, and his plans to mark his impending landmark birthday
Family and friends of Jane Bryan, who died of a brain tumour aged 40, will take part in the Evening Echo Women’s Mini Marathon on Sunday, says CHRIS DUNNE
Celebrate culture, creativity, and the arts across Cork city and county during Culture Night, September 22. The Lord Mayor and County Mayor are urging people to come out and support the event.
“Who would have thought that Ireland is now one of the best places in Europe to see humpback whales?”
A father of four diagnosed with diabetes will climb Kilimanjaro this month for Diabetes Ireland, writes Chris Dunne
