ESB workers fatally injured in explosionTwo ESB employees were fatally injured when they were caught up in an electrical explosion while testing equipment at the ESB…Wed Sept 08 2004 - 01:00
Waterford Crystal to introduce short-time workingWaterford Crystal yesterday announced that it is to introduce short-time working at its plants at Kilbarry in Waterford city …Wed Sept 08 2004 - 01:00
Waterford town rejoices at awardNews of Lismore's success was greeted with delight in the West Waterford town which has been working assiduously over the last…Tue Sept 07 2004 - 01:00
Waterford Crystal staff may be facing short timeExpectations are mounting that more than 1,200 Waterford Crystal production staff at its plants at Kilbarry in Waterford City…Tue Sept 07 2004 - 01:00
Hundreds attend village funeral of murdered mother of twoTributes were paid by family and friends to the murdered 54-year-old mother of two, who was laid to rest amid emotional scenes…Mon Sept 06 2004 - 01:00
Couple held over Waterford mother's killingGardaí were last night continuing to question a couple arrested in connection with the murder of a 54-year-old mother of two …Fri Sept 03 2004 - 01:00
Waterford community shocked by murderThe community of Killrossanty and Leamybrien, Co Waterford, in the shadow of the Comeragh mountains, was in a state of shock …Fri Sept 03 2004 - 01:00
Curtin drink-driving case is adjournedJudge Brian Curtin was yesterday charged with a number of offences relating to an alleged drink-driving incident but he had the…Thu Sept 02 2004 - 01:00
Folk festival celebrates 25 yearsThe Beamish Cork Folk Festival celebrated its 25th birthday with the launch last night of six days and nights of music and story…Wed Sept 01 2004 - 01:00
Health group backs opponents of proposed Cork incineratorA consumer health group has made a donation to an environmental group campaigning against a proposed incinerator for Cork Harbour…Wed Sept 01 2004 - 01:00
Appeals for restraint made at funeral of stabbing victimAt the funeral Mass in Cork yesterday for a father of six stabbed to death, a priest appealed for reflection and restraintFri Aug 27 2004 - 01:00
Cork music school deal will go ahead, says firmThe managing director of the construction firm appointed to build the new €60 million Cork School of Music yesterday predicted…Fri Aug 27 2004 - 01:00
Notable Cork ship to go under the hammerA tender vessel used to ferry passengers from some of the world's most luxurious liners into Cork Harbour could be lost to Cork…Fri Aug 27 2004 - 01:00
Cork town honours William TrevorIt was easy to see why William Trevor is such an acclaimed writerThu Aug 26 2004 - 01:00
Unusual partnership has impact on healthCommunity health: A partnership between the Southern Health Board and the Simon Community in Cork involving a multi-disciplinary…Tue Aug 24 2004 - 01:00
Generations of hurling captains gather to relive winning rivalriesIt was a day for memories, of titanic struggles, fierce rivalries, great scores, thrilling wins and later, firm friendships.Mon Aug 23 2004 - 01:00
Protest in Mitchelstown at plant closureBusiness people and townsfolk joined with workers and pig producers in Mitchelstown in north Cork yesterday to protest at Dairygold…Sat Aug 21 2004 - 01:00
Angry response to ferry cancellationThousands of Irish and French holidaymakers yesterday began making alternative travel arrangements after Brittany Ferries cancelled…Fri Aug 20 2004 - 01:00
Four students get eight A1 grades in examThe high achievers Just four students - three in Cork and one in Carlow - learned yesterday that they obtained eight A1s in …Thu Aug 19 2004 - 01:00
Court attempt to stop UCC inquiryA UCC academic who is alleged to have assaulted a college employee by grabbing her round the neck and throat is to go back to…Wed Aug 18 2004 - 01:00
Hurler's death left people 'numb and confused'The small north Cork village of Glanworth came to a standstill yesterday as hundreds braved heavy rain to pay their last respects…Tue Aug 17 2004 - 01:00
Hurler (18) dies while playing league match in north CorkAn 18-year-old hurler died while playing in a match in Shanballymore in north Cork last nightSat Aug 14 2004 - 01:00
Why it's boom time in Pharmachem CityThe growing cluster of plants is a boost to jobs but still worries environmentalists, writes Barry Roche , Southern Correspondent…Sat Aug 14 2004 - 01:00
'We're turning into a ghost town'Reaction News of Dairygold's decision to close its Galtee Meats pig slaughtering and boning plant in Mitchelstown with the loss…Thu Aug 12 2004 - 01:00
Dairygold cites costs as it cuts 270 jobs in two plant closuresOperating costs Dairygold chief executive Mr Jerry Henchy yesterday warned that the company may cut further jobs as part of …Thu Aug 12 2004 - 01:00
RTE boost for Cork's Capital of Culture programmeCork's hosting of the European Capital of Culture received a boost yesterday when Cork 2005 and RTÉ announced details of a major…Wed Aug 11 2004 - 01:00
Galtee Meats to decide on closure of Cork unitConcern is growing over the future of the Galtee Meats pig slaughtering operations at Mitchelstown in Cork where it is feared…Wed Aug 11 2004 - 01:00
Teacher questioned after allegation of sexual assault on boyA teacher has been arrested and questioned by gardaí after they received a complaint that he had sexually assaulted a 13-year…Wed Aug 11 2004 - 01:00
Council takes first step in Ispat clean-upThe first step towards the estimated €30 million clean-up of hazardous material at the steel mill on Haulbowline Island in Cork…Sat Aug 07 2004 - 01:00
Altera to create up to 60 jobs in CorkCork received another jobs boost yesterday with the announcement by US company Altera Corporation that it will create up to 60…Fri Aug 06 2004 - 01:00
Work to begin soon on Cork School of MusicThe Department of Education and Science has confirmed it will sign the contract shortly for the new €60 million Cork School of…Tue Aug 03 2004 - 01:00
CUH to cut waiting lists as new equipment arrivesCancer treatment: Cork University Hospital (CUH) is set to reduce waiting lists and waiting times for cancer treatment with …Tue Aug 03 2004 - 01:00
Boy in custody battle 'wants to live in US'The American police chief investigating the removal of an Irish-born child by his grandparents from his home in the US yesterday…Fri Jul 30 2004 - 01:00
Grandparents defend taking boy from US to CorkRelatives of an Irish couple who brought their nine-year-old grandson back from America to Co Cork against the wishes of his …Thu Jul 29 2004 - 01:00
Mother pleads for son's return to USThe mother of a 10-year-old boy who has been brought from his home in the US to Ireland by his grandparents has issued an appeal…Wed Jul 28 2004 - 01:00
GSK invests €34m in R&D facilityIreland's reputation for producing a highly-skilled workforce with top quality scientific expertise was yesterday hailed as one…Wed Jul 28 2004 - 01:00
Tanaiste hails $650m plant as major coupThe Tánaiste, Ms Harney, yesterday hailed the announcement of a $650 million (€540 million)investment by a US biopharmaceutical…Wed Jul 28 2004 - 01:00
University and hospital buy landUniversity College Cork and the Mercy University Hospital yesterday announced details of a €20 million acquisition of a 12Sat Jul 24 2004 - 01:00
DNA tests fail to link US millionaire and Cork businessmanAn Irish businessman who has spent the past 18 years trying to prove that he is the rightful heir to a multimillion-dollar fortune…Fri Jul 23 2004 - 01:00
Open verdict returned on death of Cork man (31)A coroner yesterday returned an open verdict into the death of a 31-year-old man who drowned in the River Lee in Cork city on…Wed Jul 21 2004 - 01:00
Minister accused over hospital wing left idleLabour has accused the Government of squandering money on electronic voting that could have been used to open a new wing in Cork…Tue Jul 20 2004 - 01:00
Locals reject Cobh pylon compromiseGreat Island residents in Cork to seek legal advice on 1Sat Jul 17 2004 - 01:00
Court criticises AIB for customer's treatmentA convenience store owner yesterday said he felt vindicated in his decision to turn down a settlement offer by AIB of €35,000…Sat Jul 17 2004 - 01:00
Keane comes homeAt the height of the Saipan saga, loyal Corkonians took to the streets in protest wearing T-shirts comparing Roy Keane to Michael…Fri Jul 16 2004 - 01:00
Gantly steps down as MD of Apple's Europe operationMr Joe Gantly is stepping down as Apple Computer's managing director of European operations after six years at the helm.Thu Jul 15 2004 - 01:00
All too quiet off the southern coastAmong those enjoying Cork Week for the first time yesterday was BBC journalist and election results wizard, Peter Snow, who had…Wed Jul 14 2004 - 01:00
Cork council seeks funding for remedial work on junction where teenager diedCork County Council is seeking funding from the National Roads Authority (NRA) for remedial work on a junction on the main Cork…Wed Jul 14 2004 - 01:00
Memorial honours Waterford men who fought fascism in SpainThe sun may not have scorched and the thunder of gunfire may have been replaced with the hum of passing traffic, but the heroism…Mon Jul 12 2004 - 01:00
Residents oppose quarry extensionResidents near Cork city are to seek an oral hearing with An Bord Pleanála over the planned extension of a limestone quarry which…Mon Jul 12 2004 - 01:00
All plain sailing for start of Cork regattaAn estimated 10,000-15,000 people visited Crosshaven over the weekend for the start of Cork Week Regatta, which brings in an …Mon Jul 12 2004 - 01:00
