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<p>A Bus Éireann bus at Ennis train station in Co Clare. Among the recent incidents on Irish public transport was one in Limerick where a bus driver was shot in the face with a pellet gun. Picture Dan Linehan</p>

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Fresh calls for dedicated transport police as Bus Éireann and Irish Rail reveal €9m security spend

The calls come in light of an incident in Cork where a man allegedly forced his way onto a bus and threatened to cut the driver’s throat

<p>Fiona Farrell at Leaf & Bower, her independent book shop on Main Street in West End, Ballincollig, Cork. Picture: Dan Linehan</p>

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Books are my business: Leaf and Bower owner Fiona Farrell

<p>In its refusal, Cork City Council said it had concerns about the 'adult-orientated' nature of the proposed facility and that it had a 'high potential for nuisance'. File photo: Martin Rickett/PA</p>

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Casino plan for Ballincollig still alive after appeal to An Bord Pleanála

Irish Examiner view: Profitable airlines resist green tax

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Irish Examiner view: Profitable airlines resist green tax

Cahirmee horse fair

court and crime

Cork chef convicted of being drunk and a danger to himself and others for 44th time is jailed

Update: Missing Cork man found safe and well

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Update: Missing Cork man found safe and well

Final whistle in sight for Ballincollig soccer club's 23-year lease saga

Final whistle in sight for Ballincollig soccer club's 23-year lease saga

If approved, it will allow Ballincollig AFC to apply for national sports capital grants for the first time in its long history

Mon, 01 Apr, 2024

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Children of man gunned down in Cork lose High Court challenge over compensation

The legal challenge was over a refusal by the Criminal Injuries Compensation Tribunal to compensate them for Eddie Cummins' death

Thu, 14 Mar, 2024

'I was certain I would die': Corkman severely beaten by gang of five

'I was certain I would die': Corkman severely beaten by gang of five

Injuries forced victim to cancel his entry to an Ironman challenge in Cork

Mon, 26 Feb, 2024

Cork soccer club fears Uisce Éireann plans to 'grab' some of its land

Cork soccer club fears Uisce Éireann plans to 'grab' some of its land

Ballincollig AFC has been trying for 25 years to secure a lease as, without it, it cannot apply for capital funding

Sun, 11 Feb, 2024

Fundraiser launched to find Corkman who got into difficulty while swimming in Australia

Fundraiser launched to find Corkman who got into difficulty while swimming in Australia

Originally from Rosewood, Ballincollig, Damien Lucey got into difficulty while swimming near Honeycombs Beach in Perth on January 8.

Tue, 16 Jan, 2024

New primary care centre opened in Cork already easing pressure on hospitals

New primary care centre opened in Cork already easing pressure on hospitals

It will serve an area including Ballincollig, Bishopstown, and Macroom and will cater for about 260 appointments daily

Mon, 15 Jan, 2024

Dreamy Bay, white beach and rocks, island in Indian Ocean, Rottnest Island, Australia, Western Australia, Down Under

Ballincollig man missing in Australia

Ballincollig AFC posted on Facebook that the family and friends of former player Damien Lucey are asking for prayers after he unfortunately got into difficulty in the ocean off Perth, Australia

Sun, 14 Jan, 2024

Reverse vending machines installed in Ballincollig ahead of new recycling scheme

Reverse vending machines installed in Ballincollig ahead of new recycling scheme

From February 1, the likes of cans and bottles marked with a 'Re-turn' logo will be eligible for the recycling scheme

Sat, 13 Jan, 2024

Cork cultural centre appoints US piano virtuoso as artist in residence

Cork cultural centre appoints US piano virtuoso as artist in residence

Juilliard alumnus and UCC artist in residence David Syme takes up his role at Ionad Cultúrtha in Ballyvourney in the new year

Thu, 28 Dec, 2023

Cork gardaí make 'significant progress' in Mikolaj Wilk murder case

Cork gardaí make 'significant progress' in Mikolaj Wilk murder case

Mr Wilk, 35, was fatally injured when he was attacked by a gang of men who broke into his home at Maglin, near Ballincollig

Thu, 26 Oct, 2023

Market for sale plants. Many plants in pots

Garden Digest: Events to help you boost the room outside

Check out all the garden visits, tours, talks, events, campaigns and online resources

Sat, 14 Oct, 2023

Ballincollig and Killarney pick up awards as Abbeyleix named Ireland's tidiest town

Ballincollig and Killarney pick up awards as Abbeyleix named Ireland's tidiest town

The award for Ireland's tidiest large urban centre went to Ballincollig, Co Cork, while the award for Ireland's tidiest large town went to Killarney

Fri, 06 Oct, 2023

Tenancy Agreement

Student refused to leave Cork rental 'until she got her self-esteem back', court told

The Chinese student was given notice to leave her rented accommodation after only days in Cork

Mon, 04 Sep, 2023

Missing Cork teenager found safe and well

Missing Cork teenager found safe and well

14-year-old Zach Brydon Verling was last seen in Ballincollig on Friday

Sun, 03 Sep, 2023

Inside Out: Danish homeware, wall art and a bed to dream of

Inside Out: Danish homeware, wall art and a bed to dream of

Eve Kelliher checks out three new additions to the arts and interiors scene to brighten up our living spaces this autumn

Fri, 18 Aug, 2023

Irish Examiner View: Light-touch penalties sell public short

Irish Examiner View: Light-touch penalties sell public short

Our political leaders may find that when they cite “the full rigours of the law”, that these match the expectations of the voters.

Mon, 31 Jul, 2023

'A deplorable attack': Widespread condemnation of arson attack on former Cork school

'A deplorable attack': Widespread condemnation of arson attack on former Cork school

Tánaiste Micheál Martin said those responsible for the incident should face the full rigours of the law

Fri, 28 Jul, 2023

Former Cork school earmarked for Ukrainian refugees targeted by arsonists

Former Cork school earmarked for Ukrainian refugees targeted by arsonists

Three people wearing balaclavas are reported to have attempted to set a number of fires at the former Gaelscoil Uí Ríordáin building in Ballincollig

Fri, 28 Jul, 2023

Retained firefighters back on picket lines as talks conclude without agreement

Retained firefighters back on picket lines as talks conclude without agreement

Siptu described the proposals as a major disappointment that would do nothing to address the recruitment and retention crisis in the service.

Wed, 26 Jul, 2023

Vote to reopen Ballincollig fire station full-time defeated

Vote to reopen Ballincollig fire station full-time defeated

Councillors hear Section 140 measure would cost €4.6m per year and necessitate increases in rents, rates, and parking fees

Mon, 24 Jul, 2023

Approved for Construction

Former Cork school building to be converted into accommodation for Ukrainian refugees

The former Gaelscoil Uí Ríordáin building has been vacant for more than a decade

Sat, 22 Jul, 2023

Cork City Council to hold special meeting over re-opening Ballincollig fire station

Cork City Council to hold special meeting over re-opening Ballincollig fire station

Seven councillors have secured a special meeting of Cork City Council next week to discuss the reopening and staffing of a fire station at the centre of a firefighters' industrial dispute.

Wed, 12 Jul, 2023

Michael Moynihan: Cork should think about the vista it presents to visitors as they arrive

S Michael Moynihan: Cork should think about the vista it presents to visitors as they arrive

We need gates to this city — not to keep people out, but as places where we can clearly declare to one and all: 'This is Cork'

Thu, 29 Jun, 2023

Ryan Taylor with William O Donoghue and Kyle Hayes 11/6/2023

Letters to the Editor: Chilling how freedom of speech can be easily closed down

I have just returned from Vienna where I attended the International Summit for Peace in Ukraine, which was organised by the International Peace Bureau and a range of other peace groups, such as the Women’s International League for Peace and Freedom.

Fri, 16 Jun, 2023

Gardaí appeal for witnesses to serious assault in Cork

Gardaí appeal for witnesses to serious assault in Cork

Man and woman who had been arrested are released without charge after a man in his 30s was taken to hospital following an incident in the Ballincollig area

Tue, 13 Jun, 2023

Residents oppose running of Ballincollig greenway through 'idyllic and quiet estate'

Residents oppose running of Ballincollig greenway through 'idyllic and quiet estate'

The deadline for submissions on the Part 8 planning is July 21 after which the feedback will be assessed and a report prepared for city councillors

Thu, 01 Jun, 2023

Firefighters reject 'day-time only' proposal for Ballincollig

Firefighters reject 'day-time only' proposal for Ballincollig

Firefighters’ limited industrial action is about to enter its seventh week in a row over staffing shortages which the firefighters claim is putting lives at risk

Thu, 01 Jun, 2023

Immigrant Investor Programme

Court charges Ballincollig man with drug and money-laundering offences

The 49-year-old was charged with heroin dealing

Tue, 30 May, 2023

Ballincollig community and Cork firefighters protest about failure to reopen fire station

Ballincollig community and Cork firefighters protest about failure to reopen fire station

Locals fear 'something very serious' will happen before Cork City Council resolves the staffing issue and reopens the fire station

Fri, 12 May, 2023

Cocaine in plastic packet on black background

Corkman with €7k worth of cocaine tried to flee gardaí during drugs raid

Gardaí also found deal bags, a spoon and mixing agent associated with drug-dealing during search of Ballincollig house

Wed, 03 May, 2023

One in six Cork City Council staff earning over €20k in overtime and allowances

One in six Cork City Council staff earning over €20k in overtime and allowances

Cork City Council paid out €12m in overtime and allowances to some 999 employees in 2021 — an increase of €130,000 over the previous year.

Tue, 25 Apr, 2023

Man, 30s, hospitalised following assault in Ballincollig

Man, 30s, hospitalised following assault in Ballincollig

A man in his 30s was injured following an assault in Cork on Sunday night. Gardaí were alerted to the scene of the incident, a residence in the Inishmore Drive area of Ballincollig, at approximately 11pm.

Mon, 17 Apr, 2023

Major changes to BusConnects Cork plan unveiled but residents still object

Major changes to BusConnects Cork plan unveiled but residents still object

The compulsory acquisition of private gardens along most of the routes will still be required, the NTA has confirmed

Thu, 30 Mar, 2023

Challenge to Cork apartment plan referred to European courts

Challenge to Cork apartment plan referred to European courts

Four questions were referred to the Court of Justice of the European Union regarding a developer’s obligations under EU environmental law to survey for potentially affected species

Fri, 24 Mar, 2023

Objections to 'unnecessary' land purchase for Cork schools site

Objections to 'unnecessary' land purchase for Cork schools site

Landowners say other sites should have been considered to house two schools currently in temporary rented buildings

Thu, 09 Mar, 2023

'No timeline' for works to restore historic Cork weir, OPW says

'No timeline' for works to restore historic Cork weir, OPW says

Restoration of weir in Ballincollig park 'subject to an assessment of planning, structural, fisheries and cultural heritage considerations', Office of Public Works said

Fri, 20 Jan, 2023

An Bord Pleanála to hold oral hearing over CPO for new Ballincollig schools

An Bord Pleanála to hold oral hearing over CPO for new Ballincollig schools

Objection lodged against compulsory purchase order of 15 acres to develop education campus to provide permanent homes for Gaelscoil an Caisleáin and the Le Chéile secondary school in the town

Tue, 17 Jan, 2023

Irish Budget 2023

McGrath pledges Cork transport projects 'will be delivered'

Finance minister says major investment is 'happening at the moment and there is an awful lot more of it to come'

Mon, 02 Jan, 2023

DENIS SCANNELL

A tale of two cities: Does Cork City Council spend more on the northside or southside?

For decades, northsiders and southsiders in Cork have argued over which part of the city saw preferential treatment. EOIN ENGLISH breaks down the facts and figures

Tue, 27 Dec, 2022

Young Corkman faces nine-year garda assault charge on his return from Down Under

Young Corkman faces nine-year garda assault charge on his return from Down Under

The incident happened over nine years ago in Ballincollig, but he has been living in Australia and New Zealand since until recently

Thu, 24 Nov, 2022

Youth diversion work to expand into West Cork as Ballincollig appeals for more help

Youth diversion work to expand into West Cork as Ballincollig appeals for more help

Youth diversion work is to be expanded into West Cork, with the minister responsible also signaling a greater role for restorative justice when dealing with young offenders.

Sun, 13 Nov, 2022

A small pile of white powder on a dark surface

Young Corkman ordered to provide urinalysis before drug-dealing sentencing

The court was told the certified urinalysis was necessary to showing the defendant was clear of drugs

Fri, 11 Nov, 2022

Mikolaj Wilk: Questions remain over savage murder that shocked a nation

Mikolaj Wilk: Questions remain over savage murder that shocked a nation

After almost four-and-a-half years of painstaking investigation, which included liaison with Europol and Interpol, gardaí in Cork are poised to submit a vast and detailed file on the brutal machete murder of Mikolaj Wilk to the DPP

Thu, 13 Oct, 2022

Transport bosses respond to public anger at Cork bus plans

Transport bosses respond to public anger at Cork bus plans

The controversial plan has left people across Cork in outrage, as they are set to lose garden space and parking facilities

Mon, 10 Oct, 2022