Jennie O'Sullivan

Cork

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RTÉ Reporter in the South - based in the People's Republic of Cork with a visa for the Kingdom! Views mine not RTÉ's. RTs not an endorsement.

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Woman given suspended sentence for cruelty to daughters

1 day ago | rte.ie | Jennie O'Sullivan

A 41-year-old woman who stayed with her violent partner even after he grabbed one of her two young daughters by the throat and hit her head on kitchen tiles, has received a two-and-a-half-year suspended sentence. The woman, who cannot be named for legal reasons, appeared before Cork Circuit Criminal Court for sentencing today after she pleaded guilty to two counts of cruelty contrary to the Children's Act.
Man pleads not guilty to assaulting six-month old child

3 days ago | rte.ie | Jennie O'Sullivan

A 31-year-old man accused of seriously assaulting his six-month-old baby daughter told Gardaí he had dropped her twice but never shook her, his trial at Cork Circuit Criminal Court heard today.
Former pilot charged over €10m cannabis seizure

5 days ago | rte.ie | Jennie O'Sullivan

A 62-year-old former Ryanair pilot has appeared in court charged in connection with the seizure of over €10 million worth of cannabis herb. Brendan O'Meara, with an address at An Tulach, Summer Hill, Meelick, Co Clare, was brought before a special sitting of the District Court in Ennis this afternoon. He pilot was charged with possession of a controlled drug, and possession of a controlled drug for sale or supply, at An Tulach, Summer Hill, Meelick, Co Clare on 7 May.
Woman attacked by husband thought she was 'going to die'

1 week ago | rte.ie | Jennie O'Sullivan

A woman whose husband of 40 years poured boiling water over her as she slept and hit her several times with a claw hammer, said she thought she was going to die. Jackie Twomey said what her husband Noel did to her in the early hours of 15 January, 2024, was "beyond cruel and evil" and has changed her life forever.
Man pleads not guilty to assaulting infant daughter

1 week ago | rte.ie | Jennie O'Sullivan

A 31-year-old man has pleaded not guilty to seriously assaulting his five-month-old infant daughter, leaving her with bruises to her face and body, as well as a broken collar bone, and bleeding in the brain, among other injuries.
Cork city to come alive as Choral Festival set to begin

2 weeks ago | rte.ie | Jennie O'Sullivan

One of the country's oldest festivals celebrates 70 years this May bank holiday weekend as Cork city comes alive to the sound of choral music. Organsers say more than 5,000 rooms will be filled in hotels and accommodation across Cork city with choristers and visitors to the International Choral Festival.
Poor Clare sisters gather to watch Pope Francis' funeral

2 weeks ago | rte.ie | Jennie O'Sullivan

The daily chores were temporarily put on hold at the Poor Clare Monastery on College Road in Cork City, as the sisters in this enclosed Order gathered together to watch the funeral service of a Pope they held in high regard, and with deep affection. Watching television is a rare event and as they gathered to view the funeral service, the sisters reflected on the legacy of a Pope who was on the side of the poor and marginalised.
Cork castle to reopen to public after major renovation

3 weeks ago | rte.ie | Jennie O'Sullivan

One of the country's finest tower houses dating from the 16th century is to reopen to the public this weekend following extensive renovation and restoration works by the Office of Public Works (OPW). Barryscourt Castle in east Cork was once the seat of the Barry family, who arrived in Ireland during the Norman invasion of 1172. Its one of five major OPW Nature Conservation Projects set to reopen in the coming year.
Firefighters tackle blaze at former convent in Cork

4 weeks ago | rte.ie | Jennie O'Sullivan

Firefighters from Cork City Fire Brigade tackled a major blaze at the city's former Good Shepherd Convent in Sunday's Well overnight. A number of hot spots remain this morning, with crews unable to enter the building because the Victorian structure is dangerous. Up to 20 firefighters fought the blaze at the derelict building, which has been the subject of several large fires in the past two decades.
Man charged with murder of Daniel O'Sullivan in Youghal

4 weeks ago | rte.ie | Jennie O'Sullivan

A 29-year-old man has been charged with the murder of Daniel O'Sullivan in Youghal, Co Cork, on Monday night. Reece Keogh, with an address at North Main Street, Youghal, appeared before a sitting of Midleton District Court where he was charged with the murder of Mr O'Sullivan at Tynan's Bar, 147 North Main Street, Youghal on 14 April, contrary to Common Law.