EPA inquiry into fourth incident at Cork drug factoriesThe Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has confirmed it is investigating a fourth incident at a pharmaceutical factory in …Fri Aug 19 2005 - 01:00
Swimmers set to dive in to the lovely LeeMore than 100 people will take to the ever-improving waters of the River Lee this weekend, in the first Lee swim to be held in…Fri Aug 19 2005 - 01:00
Man seen acting suspiciously night before Cork killingGardaí investigating the murder of a suspected drug dealer in Cork last week have appealed for information on a man seen acting…Fri Aug 19 2005 - 01:00
Cork trio come first in State with nine A1s eachThree Cork students who got to know each other over the years through attending debates and quizzes yesterday celebrated being…Thu Aug 18 2005 - 01:00
New spillage report process at EPAThe Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has introduced a new approach to reporting chemical spillages, and yesterday posted…Wed Aug 17 2005 - 01:00
Deal agreed on harbour clean-upThe planned clean-up of the former Irish Ispat plant at Haulbowline Island in Cork Harbour took another step forward yesterday…Wed Aug 17 2005 - 01:00
Gardaí pursuing local link to Cork murderGardaí investigating the murder of suspected Cork drug dealer Eric Cummins believe there was at least some local involvement …Wed Aug 17 2005 - 01:00
Burnt-out car may give clue to the identity of Cork killersGardaí were hoping yesterday that a forensic examination of a car they believe was used by the killers of Corkman Eric Cummins…Tue Aug 16 2005 - 01:00
Cork gardaí investigate fatal shooting of father of oneGardaí said last night they were keeping an open mind on the motive for the murder of a 31-year-old father of one who was shot…Mon Aug 15 2005 - 01:00
Army's time in Liberia capturedAn exhibition of photographs chronicling the Army's experiences in Liberia has been opened by BBC correspondent, Fergal Keane…Mon Aug 15 2005 - 01:00
Pharmachem factory in Cork made pipeline errorAn error in pipework at a Cork pharmaceutical firm led to waste material intended for incineration ending up at a waste water…Fri Aug 12 2005 - 01:00
Parents of quadruplets pay tribute to staff of maternity hospitalThe parents of quadruplets born at Erinville Maternity Hospital in Cork on Tuesday paid tribute to hospital staff for the professional…Thu Aug 11 2005 - 01:00
EPA criticised over incident at plant in CorkThe Environmental Protection Agency was criticised by public representatives yesterday for failing to inform the public of a …Thu Aug 11 2005 - 01:00
Cork family celebrates birth of quadrupletsA Cork city family was yesterday celebrating the birth of quadruplets with the mother and two boys and two girls all reportedly…Wed Aug 10 2005 - 01:00
Cork music school to go ahead soonThe contract for the construction of the €60 million Cork School of Music is expected to be signed before the end of this month…Tue Aug 09 2005 - 01:00
Call for DPP to establish environment sectionThe establishment of a separate section within the office of the Director of Public Prosecutions to deal with environmental offences…Tue Aug 09 2005 - 01:00
Appeals process flawed, says EPAAn official in the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has admitted it would be better if the agency did not have to adjudicate…Sat Aug 06 2005 - 01:00
EPA to review policy on reporting spillagesThe Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is to review its procedures for dealing with the reporting of major chemical spillages…Fri Aug 05 2005 - 01:00
Tánaiste welcomes decisive IRA move on armsThe Tánaiste and Minister for Health, Mary Harney yesterday cautioned against setting deadlines on IRA decommissioning but expressed…Thu Aug 04 2005 - 01:00
1,000 gather to remember Buttevant deadGlorious sunshine beamed down on the 1,000 people who gathered in Buttevant in north Cork to remember the 18 people who died …Tue Aug 02 2005 - 01:00
EPA confirms second spillage at Cork plantA spillage of some 255 tonnes of caustic soda at a Cork pharmachem company last month was the second significant spillage in …Tue Aug 02 2005 - 01:00
Spraoi again gets its many acts togetherAn estimated 100,000 people are expected in Waterford over the weekend when the 12th annual Spraoi festival takes place.Sat Jul 30 2005 - 01:00
EPA critical of caustic soda leakSome 255 tonnes of caustic soda leaked into Cork Harbour for an hour before it was detected by staff at a pharmceutical/chemical…Fri Jul 29 2005 - 01:00
Man gets five years for sexually assaulting boysA 24-year-old man, who told investigating gardaí he was a boy lover, was yesterday sentenced to five years in jail with two years…Fri Jul 29 2005 - 01:00
Funeral held of murdered breederMore than 1,000 mourners packed the Church of the Holy Cross in Tramore, Co Waterford, yesterday for the funeral of murdered …Thu Jul 28 2005 - 01:00
Driver jailed over deaths of 4 family membersA 56-year-old widowed father of eight was yesterday sentenced to three years in jail after he pleaded guilty to dangerous driving…Wed Jul 27 2005 - 01:00
Court decision will not affect inquiryA Government-appointed inquiry into the death of a 14-year-old boy after falling into a coma while in Garda custody will not …Wed Jul 27 2005 - 01:00
Dairygold plans €100m complex for MallowNorth Cork co-op Dairygold is seeking planning permission for a €100 million commercial and retail development in Mallow that…Wed Jul 27 2005 - 01:00
Cork council to ask EPA to explain delay in handling harbour spillageCork County Council is to write to the Environmental Protection Agency to ask why it was so late arriving at the scene of a spillage…Tue Jul 26 2005 - 01:00
Body found in burned car in KerryGardaí have launched an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the death of a person whose body was found in a burned…Tue Jul 26 2005 - 01:00
Teenager on murder chargeA 19-year-old man has been remanded in custody to appear in court again later this week after being charged with the murder of…Mon Jul 25 2005 - 01:00
Monarchs restoredOn the Town: He may have proven a divisive figure in Belfast but William of Orange, along with his fellow British monarch, …Sat Jul 16 2005 - 01:00
Bocelli magical in unique Cork venueOn a balmy summer evening worthy of Tuscany, the Tricolour was lowered and shortly afterwards Andrea Bocelli was led on to the…Sat Jul 16 2005 - 01:00
Rabbitte wants full inquiry into Rossiter caseLabour leader Pat Rabbitte has called for a full inquiry into the Brian Rossiter affair.Sat Jul 16 2005 - 01:00
Partygoer died after taking 15 ecstasy pillsThe dangers of taking ecstasy were highlighted by a coroner yesterday after she heard that a 36-year-old man had taken over 15…Fri Jul 15 2005 - 01:00
Gardaí confirm investigation into letter threats in CobhGardaí in Cork confirmed yesterday they were investigating a series of vigilante-style threats sent in letters to three young…Thu Jul 14 2005 - 01:00
McDowell believes Rossiter charge 'was laid in error'Minister for Justice Michael McDowell has confirmed he believes a manslaughter charge preferred against a 25-year-old man over…Thu Jul 14 2005 - 01:00
Waterford praise for King WilliamWilliam of Orange was a more tolerant character than is often portrayed, director of the Waterford Museum of Treasurers Eamonn…Wed Jul 13 2005 - 01:00
Vandals damage new monument to Francis DrakeVandals who daubed a slogan and smashed a plaque on a newly erected monument in Carrigaline, Co Cork to British seafarer, Sir…Tue Jul 12 2005 - 01:00
Cork School of Music project to begin soonConstruction work on the long awaited €60 million Cork School of Music moved a step closer yesterday as the Department of Education…Sat Jul 09 2005 - 01:00
Irish couple escaped from train after explosionSurvivors An Irish couple caught up in the London bombings yesterday spoke of their narrow escape and the impressive way in …Sat Jul 09 2005 - 01:00
50,000 turn out to see Tall ShipsThe River Suir may not have been at her sparkling best beneath a glum dark sky but the Waterford quays never looked so lively…Fri Jul 08 2005 - 01:00
Tall ships dock in festive WaterfordIt may not have been the sunny fare that the southeast prides itself on but the grey clouds and occasional squalls did little…Thu Jul 07 2005 - 01:00
Rossiter inquiry terms too limited, says solicitorThe solicitor acting for the family of Brian Rossiter has expressed concern that the legislation being used to set up a statutory…Sat Jul 02 2005 - 01:00
Boy (14) killed in stolen car in CorkGardaí have launched an investigation into the death of a 14-year-old boy who was killed when the stolen car in which he was …Fri Jul 01 2005 - 01:00
Rossiters welcome inquiry into son's deathThe family of a 14-year-old boy found in a coma in Garda custody yesterday broadly welcomed the announcement by Minister for …Fri Jul 01 2005 - 01:00
Concerts could inject up to €10m into Cork economyThe Live At the Marquee concerts organised by Aiken Promotions in Cork over the next three weeks could inject up to €10 million…Thu Jun 30 2005 - 01:00
FG mayors elected in Cork city and countyFine Gael made it a double in Cork city and county yesterday when former FG Cork North West TD Michael Creed was elected Mayor…Wed Jun 29 2005 - 01:00
Redundancy deal saves over 30 jobs at Cork butchersThe union representing workers at a Cork butchers which closed last week announced yesterday that they had reached an agreement…Wed Jun 29 2005 - 01:00
Canada's premier to decide Air India inquiry by autumnCanadian prime minister Paul Martin said yesterday he hoped to decide by autumn what form of inquiry to hold into the Air India…Fri Jun 24 2005 - 01:00
