Cork Week 2026, one of the most anticipated fixtures on the global sailing calendar, will deliver another spectacular week of racing on Cork Harbour from 6–10th July, in a regatta first hosted in 1978. Hosted by the Royal Cork Yacht Club in the picturesque village of Crosshaven and surrounding areas, the biennial regatta will once again combine world-class competition with a unique coastal atmosphere, welcoming seasoned sailors and shoreside spectators alike. Cork Week 2026 i

A Cork filmmaker who has documented projects run by local groups has been honoured with a Community Spirit Award for her dedication to giving a voice to local volunteers. Lorraine Hogan has been highlighting the people and grassroots initiatives that shape local life ensuring their contributions are recognised, valued and remembered. Her self-funded films include Seanscoil (2025), which documents a community transforming a historic schoolhouse into an arts hub (The Tracton C

Writes Leo McMahon Safety measures, including a pedestrian crossing, are needed along Church (Currabinny) Road, Carrigaline, said Cllrs Patrick Donovan (FF) and Eoghan Fahy (SF) at the monthly meeting of the county council’s Carrigaline Municipal District. Cllr Donovan had a motion requesting an update on the Carrigaline Transportation and Public Realm Enhancement Plan (TPREP) for this area and for a timeline on works. In a report, senior engineer with the council’s Sustainab

By Gertrude Ahern & Paul O’Regan A lot has changed in the world since the first Belgooly Show was suggested in 1941 by Mrs Marigold Slowcock and Mr John Dix, however the same community spirit and volunteer ethos was present when we celebrated the 80th Show on Saturday last 30th May. The typical Irish summer weather did not deter the crowds from attending creating a great atmosphere on the day. We were delighted to have ISA President Freda Kinnarney and Deputy County Mayo