Cork’s newest bridge looks set to be named after a woman thanks to the public after four leading female historical figures were included on a five-name shortlist.

Bridges unite, but unseen currents and troubled waters are often never too far away.

The landmark Daly’s Bridge in Cork, which is famous for its ‘shake’, is set for major repair and overhaul.

A homeless man who jumped into the River Lee, triggering a seven-hour search-and-rescue operation, is receiving psychiatric treatment after being coaxed from a hiding place under a bridge.

RECENTLY we visited Cork and Kinsale, taking advantage of the very favourable fares offered by Jet2 from Newcastle.