False claims of a foreign man with a samurai sword in Cork are untrue. The man is Irish, the sword is real. Cork Sword Rumors Debunked Weapon Real, Man Identified as Irish Some people spread untrue claims online. They said a “foreign man” had a samurai sword. They thought he was near Cork creches. But…
A man in his 40s is charged with assault causing harm in Cork. He appeared in court and bail was granted with conditions. Cork Man Charged with Assault Causing Harm to Young Woman A man in his 40s faces assault charges in Cork. The event happened earlier this week. Gardaí arrested him after a search…
West Cork Jesters won a top community award for their inclusive sports and activities for all abilities in Cork, Ireland. West Cork Jesters Triumph Claiming Coveted Community Award Hey, guess what happened in Cork! They gave out community awards. It was the Mayor’s 12th annual event. They honored people making a big difference. Eleven awards…
Valerie O’Sullivan plans to address housing, dereliction, antisocial behavior, and promote Cork’s growth. Cork City’s New Boss Aims to Tackle Housing, Dereliction, and Policing Cork City Council has a new chief executive. Valerie O’Sullivan shared her plans with leaders today. She used to lead Cork County Council. Valerie grew up on the northside of Cork.…
New food court approved for Paul Street Shopping Centre, owners hope it will revitalize Cork city center. Paul Street Centre Aims At Cork Renaissance With New Food Court Paul Street Shopping Centre will get a food court. The new owners got permission for the project, and they plan to change the building’s top floor. The…
A Cork dancer reports a taxi driver sped towards them while shouting homophobic abuse. She also notes a recent rise in Cork attacks. Cork Taxi Driver Speeds At Couple Shouting Homophobic Abuse A dancer in Cork is worried lately. She noticed more homophobic attacks in the city. She and her partner were recently targeted. A…
Interactive maps reveal rezoned areas in Cork, identifying locations for new housing developments and potential land tax zones. Cork Land Rezoning: Interactive Maps Detail Housing Developments A new map shows land tax areas in Cork. It shows where big developments might happen. This is part of the “Housing for All” plan. The tax wants to…
Almost 700 families in Cork will receive a €280 Newborn Baby Grant added to their first Child Benefit payment today. Cork Families to Receive €280 New Baby Child Benefit Today The new grant will help parents with baby costs. The first payments arrive today. It’s called the Newborn Baby Grant. The grant is €280. It…
New shop supports addiction recovery by offering employment. It opens March 1st and funds a vital support group. Cork Men Open Clothes Shop, Creating Jobs for Addiction Recovery Two guys from Cork will open a clothing store, creating jobs for people in recovery. They aim to give them a second chance. The shop, called ‘Support…
John Moynihan receives three years for dangerous driving, resulting in the tragic death of eight year old André Castro Ladeiro. Cork Driver Jailed Three Years in Cyclist Death Case A driver caused a fatal accident; a father lost his young son. The crash happened while the boy cycled, the driver didn’t stop at a red…