Outcry locally as X8 bus route to be cut

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There has been local outcry following the announcement by Bus Eireann that it will be suspending four expressway routes indefinitely, including the X8 Dublin to Cork...

Locals mark feast day of St Michael

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Due to Covid-19 concerns, Mass didn't take place at St Michael's Well in Ballyduff Upper, Co Waterford this year. Instead, devotees of the saint, gathered on the eve of...

Major roof refurbishment begins at Saint George’s

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Whiskey bottles and tools left by workmen in the 1800s have been found in the roof space of Saint George’s as refurbishment work begins.  Bill...

One of Mitchelstown’s greatest educators retires

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It was a chance horror bicycle crash the day before her Deb’s Ball that sent one of Mitchelstown’s greatest public servants to become one...

Truck drivers to block main road in protest

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Hauliers are set to shut down a busy road in The Avondhu region to protest against, what they say, is its dangerous condition.  Truckers have issued a...

Old school attendance book sheds much light on Glenville’s past

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Wednesday, October 5, saw a celebration of Glenville’s history as an old school attendance book, dating from 1870-1904, was handed over to Brian Magee, Cork...

Larry, happy to be back on familiar territory

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Anyone with even a passing interest in Gaelic football, will be familar with the name, Larry Tompkins. An adopted Cork man, he commenced his sporting...

New principal takes up post at CBS Primary

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The new principal of Mitchelstown’s CBS Primary is delighted to be taking over the running of one of the town’s busiest schools. Bernard O’Connell has...

Signature uncovered possibly that of Liam Lynch

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Writing believed to be that of the late IRA Chief of Staff, Liam Lynch was found in the attic of the building where Mellerick’s...

Dozens take part in protest at dangerous roadway

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Parents bringing their kids to school on Friday last joined truckers in a protest against a treacherous stretch of road on the main Mallow...

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