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Emergency Department
'She was in so much pain': Waterford woman, 70s, left waiting three hours for ambulance
In the end, the fire service ended up helping the woman

Tue, 23 Jun, 2026

Public toilets in busy West Cork village 'way beyond needing an upgrade'
Public toilets in busy West Cork village 'way beyond needing an upgrade'
Recent inspection of Ballydehob's public toilets identified a number of problems, including a slippery floor during wet weather, and a door design that allows wind and rain into the building

Tue, 23 Jun, 2026

Woman kicked down stairs, pinned to a bed, and held against her will in Waterford
Woman kicked down stairs, pinned to a bed, and held against her will in Waterford
Thomas Connors, of 58 O'Connell Street, Waterford City was facing two counts of assault contrary to Section 3 of the Non-Fatal Offences against the Person Act and a further charge of false imprisonment

Tue, 23 Jun, 2026

Two men charged as Garda injured after patrol car rammed in Cork City
Two men charged as Garda injured after patrol car rammed in Cork City
A female garda was injured during the incident and taken to Cork University Hospital for treatment

Tue, 23 Jun, 2026

Road Markings: Dividing Line
Tourists in West Cork 'darting out onto main roads' because of faded road markings
Danny Collins says Cork County Council should explore purchasing its own road-marking truck in partnership with Kerry County Council

Tue, 23 Jun, 2026

'An endlessly kind, humble, and talented young man': Tributes after death of Cork show jumper
'An endlessly kind, humble, and talented young man': Tributes after death of Cork show jumper
A well-known figure in Irish show jumping, Shane Dalton, 29, enjoyed success at national and international level during his career.

Mon, 22 Jun, 2026

Garda stock
Garda injured after patrol car rammed in Glanmire
Two men have been arrested after a stolen vehicle struck a patrol car at an industrial estate, leaving a garda hospitalised with non-life-threatening injuries

Mon, 22 Jun, 2026

'There is going to be a major accident': Calls for traffic calming on Bantry’s unofficial bypass
'There is going to be a major accident': Calls for traffic calming on Bantry’s unofficial bypass
Councillor said residents had repeatedly raised concerns about speeding and dangerous parking conditions along the route, where many children walk to school

Mon, 22 Jun, 2026

Shadow of notorious predator hovers over the election of the new mayor of Waterford city
Shadow of notorious predator hovers over the election of the new mayor of Waterford city
The shadow of one of the most notorious predators in the Irish state hovered over the election of the new Mayor of Waterford City.

Mon, 22 Jun, 2026

Waterford basks in sunshine as runners take to streets for Viking Marathon 
Waterford basks in sunshine as runners take to streets for Viking Marathon 
On the longest day of the year, Waterford basked in the heat and an atmosphere of celebration, achievement and community spirit at the weekend as a record-breaking 5,200 participants took part in the largest WLR Waterford Viking Marathon in the ...

Mon, 22 Jun, 2026

Ciaran O'Lionaird celebrate taking bronze in the Men's 3000m Final 2/3/2013
Olympian Ciarán Ó Lionáird to be laid to rest in Cork 
The 38-year-old athlete was found dead in a hotel in Vancouver in Canada on June 9

Mon, 22 Jun, 2026

Motorcyclist, 40s, dies following crash involving car in Co Cork
Motorcyclist, 40s, dies following crash involving car in Co Cork
The incident happened at around 1.40pm on the N73 near Mitchelstown

Mon, 22 Jun, 2026

Carrigaline amenities ‘not keeping pace’ with plans for 5,000 new homes
Carrigaline amenities ‘not keeping pace’ with plans for 5,000 new homes
Elected members warn recreational infrastructure must keep pace with major population and housing growth

Mon, 22 Jun, 2026

Cork fundraiser will honour Siege of Jadotville soldiers
Cork fundraiser will honour Siege of Jadotville soldiers
'Jadotville Remembered' aims to commemorate the bravery and sacrifice of Irish soldiers who served in the Congo in the 1960s

Mon, 22 Jun, 2026

Huge crowds, giant white cows, and vintage charm: Cork Summer Show remains a firm favourite
Huge crowds, giant white cows, and vintage charm: Cork Summer Show remains a firm favourite
City dwellers can read about food production, but meeting farmers and seeing animals, equipment, and techniques up close makes that knowledge real

Sun, 21 Jun, 2026

Funeral mass of Noreen Daly hears of 'incredible life' of 'amazing woman'
Funeral mass of Noreen Daly hears of 'incredible life' of 'amazing woman'
Noreen 'had an enormous enthusiasm for education and helped countless students reach their potential'

Sun, 21 Jun, 2026

Limerick 'superblock' street trial to entice footfall and community activity
Limerick 'superblock' street trial to entice footfall and community activity
The measures are designed to prioritise pedestrians, cyclists and public transport, as well as local access

Sun, 21 Jun, 2026

Council-run allotments could allow Cork residents to grow their own food
Council-run allotments could allow Cork residents to grow their own food
New development plan could include community growing spaces aimed at improving food security and wellbeing

Sun, 21 Jun, 2026

Rathcormac residents ‘sick of’ lorries creating road safety hazards, councillors told
Rathcormac residents ‘sick of’ lorries creating road safety hazards, councillors told
Safety concerns raised over long-term lorry parking and school drop-off access in north Cork communities

Sun, 21 Jun, 2026

Graduation Ceremony, Garda College, Templemore
Garda HQ concerned as pipe bomb found outside Cork home of Ipas accommodation developer
The viable device was found in the driveway of a house in Bandon on Thursday night, sparking an evacuation

Sat, 20 Jun, 2026

Eight CUH doctors demand HSE action to mitigate 'risk of preventable paediatric deaths'
Eight CUH doctors demand HSE action to mitigate 'risk of preventable paediatric deaths'
Cork University Hospital clinical directors co-sign letter criticising issues including shortages in children’s care and outpatient plans

Sat, 20 Jun, 2026

CUH consultants warn of risks to children's services amid delays and staffing shortages
CUH consultants warn of risks to children's services amid delays and staffing shortages
Senior clinicians cite treatment delays, staffing gaps and infrastructure concerns in correspondence to health chiefs

Sat, 20 Jun, 2026

West Cork population set to grow by 20% as council plans major housing expansion
West Cork population set to grow by 20% as council plans major housing expansion
Housing, infrastructure and transport planning will be shaped by significant population growth forecasts across the region

Sat, 20 Jun, 2026

Could a €1,400 fee price mobile food and sauna businesses out of rural Cork?
Could a €1,400 fee price mobile food and sauna businesses out of rural Cork?
Mobile traders fear new licensing costs could threaten services, while some operators welcome greater certainty

Sat, 20 Jun, 2026

Cork's new Lord Mayor sums up his philosophy in two words: 'Be sound'
Cork's new Lord Mayor sums up his philosophy in two words: 'Be sound'
Fine Gael councillor Damian Boylan is the 16th past pupil of the North Monastery to serve as lord mayor, among them Tomás Mac Curtain and Terence MacSwiney

Fri, 19 Jun, 2026

Bandon suspected pipe bomb was at home of man who develops Ipas accommodation 
Bandon suspected pipe bomb was at home of man who develops Ipas accommodation 
No one was in the targeted home at the time. Neighbours were evacuated around 7pm on Thursday evening but were permitted to return at 10pm

Fri, 19 Jun, 2026

'The first place that made me feel safe': Sex abuse survivor praises Cork SATU on its 25th anniversary
'The first place that made me feel safe': Sex abuse survivor praises Cork SATU on its 25th anniversary
Janet — not her real name — moved people to tears today as she spoke candidly about her experience as a service user with the Cork Sexual Assault Treatment Unit

Fri, 19 Jun, 2026

Cork residents welcome Manna decision to pause drone deliveries in Ireland
Cork residents welcome Manna decision to pause drone deliveries in Ireland
Campaigners say noise, privacy and planning concerns remain despite the company's decision to suspend operations

Fri, 19 Jun, 2026

Clare councillor calls for cardiovascular strategy after partner’s heart attack at 29
Clare councillor calls for cardiovascular strategy after partner’s heart attack at 29
Rachel Hartigan says Ireland needs clear leadership on heart disease prevention, detection and treatment

Fri, 19 Jun, 2026

Molotov cocktail war
Petrol bomb on Co Clare home condemned as 'thuggery'
It is understood that children were inside the property when the house was set alight and had to be evacuated during the incident

Fri, 19 Jun, 2026

Curious Black Horse Standing Alone in Muddy Pasture, Rural Latvia Late Autumn Landscape
Waterford plans to make Travellers apply for horse licences could lead to discrimination
Proposals to change horse by-laws published

Fri, 19 Jun, 2026

Bill Kenneally's victims in line for freedom of Waterford City
Bill Kenneally's victims in line for freedom of Waterford City
Plans are at an early stage to give the freedom of Waterford City to the victims of paedophile Bill Kenneally.

Fri, 19 Jun, 2026

Gardaí investigate after suspected pipe bomb discovered in west Cork
Gardaí investigate after suspected pipe bomb discovered in west Cork
Residents were evacuated while Defence Forces specialists removed and secured the suspicious device for examination

Fri, 19 Jun, 2026

Waterford's derelict Ard Rí Hotel may not need planning permission to carry out new works
Waterford's derelict Ard Rí Hotel may not need planning permission to carry out new works
Ard Rí Hotel on Waterford-Kilkenny border has been derelict since it closed in 2005 following a fire

Fri, 19 Jun, 2026

Complaint document
Waterford councillor voices concerns over fake names on planning applications
Fianna Fáil councillor Eamon Quinlan has expressed concern over the possibility of 'fake' names being used on planning application complaints to the council and asked the question are potential pseudonyms attached to planning complaints getting out ...

Fri, 19 Jun, 2026

Cost of developing Cork City’s docklands almost doubles in five years to over €1bn
Cost of developing Cork City’s docklands almost doubles in five years to over €1bn
Lion's share of the cost increase stems from the controversial Eastern Gateway Bridge

Fri, 19 Jun, 2026

Waterford death: Noreen Daly to be laid to rest in Cork on Sunday
Waterford death: Noreen Daly to be laid to rest in Cork on Sunday
Family tribute on RIP.ie said Noreen Daly's relatives, friends, and neighbours were 'touched by her warmth, kindness, and gentle nature'

Thu, 18 Jun, 2026

Suspected cocaine ‘bullets’ and cash recovered during Cork City garda operation
Suspected cocaine ‘bullets’ and cash recovered during Cork City garda operation
Large-scale search operation in Hollyhill and on the southside resulted in drug and cash seizures

Thu, 18 Jun, 2026

'It's a big loss': Cork locals 'very disappointed' at closure of popular food trucks on Paul Street
'It's a big loss': Cork locals 'very disappointed' at closure of popular food trucks on Paul Street
Food vendors and locals alike are bemoaning the loss of the food trucks that brought good food and a vibrancy to the city centre area

Thu, 18 Jun, 2026

Chair chosen for board to oversee building of new hospital in Limerick
Chair chosen for board to oversee building of new hospital in Limerick
This board is also expected to oversee how health services in Clare and Tipperary can be further supported

Thu, 18 Jun, 2026

Waterford's new transport hub to have facility for intercity buses
Waterford's new transport hub to have facility for intercity buses
New development on city's North Quays is scheduled to open in 2027

Thu, 18 Jun, 2026

Three men arrested after River Shannon rescue in Limerick
Three men arrested after River Shannon rescue in Limerick
Emergency services rescued the men after they got into difficulty in the water near Honan’s Quay

Thu, 18 Jun, 2026

Union Hall RNLI rescues two sailors after yacht suffers damage off west Cork
Union Hall RNLI rescues two sailors after yacht suffers damage off west Cork
Volunteer lifeboat crew escorted and towed damaged vessel safely to harbour after evening callout

Thu, 18 Jun, 2026

Weather boost for Cork concerts as rain warning duration reduced
Weather boost for Cork concerts as rain warning duration reduced
Forecaster predicts improving conditions after Friday morning rain as thousands prepare for weekend concerts

Thu, 18 Jun, 2026

The offices of the National Lottery in Abbey Street, Dublin, Ireland.
Waterford EuroMillions player wins €85k in midweek draw
Winning Quick Pick ticket was sold at Tesco in Ardkeen Village

Thu, 18 Jun, 2026

Motorcyclist airlifted to hospital after crash near Bantry in west Cork
Motorcyclist airlifted to hospital after crash near Bantry in west Cork
Woman taken to hospital as a precaution after motorcycle and car collision in west Cork

Thu, 18 Jun, 2026

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