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The Echo celebrated its 120th anniversary on June 14, 2012. Throughout its long history, the newspaper has been dedicated to serving the people of Cork by delivering news that is accurate, fair, and reliable, while also being a voice for the community. I am honored to lead a talented team of professional journalists who are committed to representing the interests of Cork's residents and have earned their trust. We offer thorough coverage of both positive and negative events that impact the people of Cork, and we passionately advocate for the city's concerns on various issues. Our sports section is the most detailed in Ireland, reflecting Cork's deep passion for sports. Additionally, we strive to provide an engaging and friendly reading experience, creating a space for the people of Cork to connect with one another.

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‘Significant deterioration’ in Eleanor Donaldson’s medical condition, court told

2 days ago | echolive.ie | Jonathan McCambridge

There has been a deterioration in the medical condition of the wife of former DUP leader Sir Jeffrey Donaldson, a court has been told. A barrister said the court is waiting on an assessment over whether Lady Eleanor Donaldson is fit to stand trial later this year, on charges relating to alleged historical sex offences. The trial had previously been due to start in March, but was delayed due to Eleanor Donaldson’s medical condition.
Former war correspondent felt she would die during 'harrowing' Irish Ferries journey

2 days ago | echolive.ie | Ray Managh

A former war zone correspondent for NBC has told a judge she feared she was going to die in raging seas when Irish Ferries vessel MV Epsilon was dramatically tossed around during Storm Imogen almost 10 years ago.
Adam Idah: 'I don't have to stay inside all the time - I'm human'

3 days ago | echolive.ie | John Fallon

Paradise hasn’t turned to hell for Adam Idah despite an inauspicious end to the season. Brendan Rodgers shelled out €10m last summer to upgrade the Corkman’s loan move from Norwich City into a permanent, fresh from his Scottish Cup winner against Rangers, clinching the double. Idah was motoring well in his full-time surroundings, scoring freely in their Champions League campaign, until a moment caught on video in April propelled him into the limelight for the wrong reasons.
Cork students ‘have the work done’ as they start their exams

3 days ago | echolive.ie | John O'Shea

After many months of study, students in schools across Cork will finally start their Leaving and Junior Certificate examinations this morning. There are 7,007 students sitting the Leaving Certificate exams and 369 Leaving Certificate Applied candidates in Cork, with a further 8,376 students sitting the Junior Certificate exams.
Exonerated US death row inmate turned campaigner dies in Galway house fire

3 days ago | echolive.ie | Rebecca Black |Cillian Sherlock

Sadness has been expressed after former US death row inmate turned campaigner Sunny Jacobs died following a fire in Ireland. The 77-year-old yoga teacher who was originally from New York was found dead following the blaze at the Sunny Healing Centre in rural Co Galway. She spent 17 years in prison in the US, a number of them on death row, following a conviction for murder. Ms Jacobs was released in 1992 after her sentence and imprisonment were quashed.
Work starts on €5.1m upgrade of swimming pool in North Cork town

3 days ago | echolive.ie | Concubhar Ó Liatháin

Work is under way on a long-anticipated, €5.1m refurbishment of Mallow Swimming Pool, improvements that will eventually reduce energy costs and emissions and save the council money. The contract for the works was signed recently between Cork County Council and Cumnor Construction. The upgrades, which should be completed early next year, include a new extension with reception, administration, staff facilities, and visitors’ room.
Local hero Saoirse Noonan fires Ireland to win over Slovenia at SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh

3 days ago | echolive.ie | Dylan Connell

Saoirse Noonan was on target in her home turf as the Republic of Ireland defeated Slovenia at SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh in the UEFA Women’s Nations League in front of 9,433 spectators. Despite the result, it wasn’t enough to top the group, which means a place in the promotion play-offs for Carla Ward and her players. Noonan, Denise O’Sullivan and Megan Connolly all started on an evening that began with the Girls in Green needing to score four times if they were to leapfrog Slovenia.
Tattoo artist charged with murder with sword said he only ever meant to 'scare' him

3 days ago | echolive.ie | Olivia Kelleher

A tattoo artist charged with the murder of a 33-year-old man who suffered partial amputation of his left leg and extremely rapid blood loss when he was struck with a sword has said that he only ever intended to “scare” him. Chef and father of two Ian Baitson died at Cork University Hospital on March 19th, 2024. He was attacked four days earlier at the Eurospar car park close to his home in Cobh, Co Cork.
Opera fans relish a dream evening in the shadow of Lismore Castle

3 days ago | echolive.ie | Concubhar Ó Liatháin

More than 5,000 fans of musical theatre flocked to Waterford’s Lismore Castle over the weekend for the Blackwater Valley Opera Festival. The festival featured rarely seen works by international composers in the shadow of the historic building, along with other music events across Waterford and East Cork on the border. Presenting its most ambitious programme to date, the festival showcased some of Ireland’s and Europe’s finest classical performers against a backdrop of spectacular scenery.
Police launch murder probe after death of woman in north Belfast

3 days ago | echolive.ie | Rebecca Black

Police have launched a murder inquiry following the death of a woman in north Belfast. The woman, aged in her 60s, was pronounced dead at a house in the Shore Road area in the early hours of Tuesday. A man, aged in his 30s, has been arrested on suspicion of murder. A police spokesperson said officers, along with the Northern Ireland Ambulance Service, responded to a report received just before midnight.