The Avondhu

Founded in 1978, the Avondhu Press Newspaper serves the regions of North East Cork, West Waterford, South Limerick, and South Tipperary. This popular weekly publication, which comes out every Thursday, has a readership that exceeds 39,000 people. It started with a simple 4-page first edition, but has expanded significantly over the years to an average of 80 pages.

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Commercial Vehicle Roadworthiness Testing (CVRT) stats show too many vans and commercial vehicles are failing because of tyres

4 days ago | avondhupress.ie | Sean Creedon

The Commercial Vehicle Roadworthiness Testing (CVRT) regime is overseen by the Road Safety Authority (RSA). Similar to the roadworthiness test for cars, the NCT, the CVRT ensures an optimum level of roadworthiness for vans and commercial vehicles on our roads. Statistics from the RSA show that every year, a significant number of vans that undergo the CVRT fail because of issues with tyres.
MG Motor Ireland confirms arrival of the all-new MGS5 EV

5 days ago | avondhupress.ie | Sean Creedon

MG Motor Ireland has confirmed that the all-new MGS5 EV will arrive in showrooms from June 2025, offering Irish drivers a dynamic new option in the all-electric SUV segment. Designed to combine the driving appeal and efficiency of MG’s dedicated EV platform with a new level of space, style, and technology. The Irish line-up will include three versions: MGS5 EV Excite 49kWh, MGS5 EV Excite 64kWh, and the range-topping MGS5 EV Exclusive 64kWh, with pricing starting at €29,995.
Alfa Romeo reveals dedicated logo to celebrate its 115-year history

6 days ago | avondhupress.ie | Sean Creedon

On June 24, Alfa Romeo will be 115 years old, a memorable milestone the global brand is celebrating with the official presentation of a celebratory logo, paying homage to an extraordinary history of Italian passion, style, and sporting competition. The new logo will be used by official clubs and fans around the world, for use at events and rallies, and in dedicated materials and local initiatives.
Introducing the All-New Jeep® Compass - redefining adventure with distinctive design, legendary capability, versatility and cutting-edge technology

1 week ago | avondhupress.ie | Sean Creedon

The Jeep® brand introduces the latest evolution of its successful Compass, a C-SUV that has captivated over 2.5 million customers worldwide since its debut in 2006. The new Compass is set to redefine expectations in the most competitive passenger car segment, which accounts for almost a quarter of the total European market. Built to embody the Jeep brand’s hallmark capability, ruggedness, and distinctive attitude, the new Compass blends versatility with state-of-the-art technology.
Week 2 - Trial of murder-accused Richard Satchwell continues

1 week ago | avondhupress.ie | Katie Glavin

The trial of murder-accused Richard Satchwell continues this week at the Central Criminal Court in Dublin. The 57-year-old stands accused of murdering his wife, Fermoy native Tina nee Dingivan, in 2017. Closing out the opening week last Thursday and Friday, the jury was presented with evidence of interviews given by Satchwell with the media after Tina was reported missing. As week two proceedings commenced on Tuesday, evidence was presented in an interview conducted with the accused.
Case being pursued for Orangery at Doneraile Court

1 week ago | avondhupress.ie | Katie Glavin

Doneraile Court and Estate are set for further works in 2025, as it was confirmed that repairs to the boundary wall, garden works, and renewal of some of the interior exhibits and the upgrading of the public bathrooms, are due this year.
Mitchelstown playground closed due to vandalism

1 week ago | avondhupress.ie | Katie Glavin

Church Hill playground in Mitchelstown is closed following damage to the amenity caused by vandalism. The incident is believed to have occurred sometime Saturday afternoon and saw the soft mats installed on the ground in the amenity, pulled up and damaged across several areas of the playground. Cllr Deirdre O’Brien said that she is ‘disgusted’ to see the damage caused to the local playground, acknowledging the recent large investment in upgrading the amenity.
Dwyer's disappearance - case 'still open and active' 34 years on

1 week ago | avondhupress.ie | Katie Glavin

Thirty-four years on, Gardaí continue to investigate all circumstances surrounding the disappearance of Fermoy locals, Conor and Sheila Dwyer. On yet another anniversary of the couple’s disappearance, Gardaí have issued a fresh appeal for information, as they seek closure for the couple’s family. April 30th 1991 was the last reported sighting of the couple, when they were seen together coming out of St Patrick’s Church, close to their home on Chapel Hill in Fermoy.
'Strong engagement' on traffic and parking proposals

1 week ago | avondhupress.ie | Katie Glavin

Fermoy Forum reported a ‘great turnout’ at Fermoy Education Centre last week where proposed plans for traffic and parking in the town were presented to business people. This comes as the group said that it is taking a ‘proactive approach’ to issues with traffic and parking in the town, as a range of potential solutions and proposals were put together by the group.
MG Motor Ireland launches 252 offers

1 week ago | avondhupress.ie | Sean Creedon

MG Motor Ireland has launched its 252 campaign, offering customers up to €2,500 in support across its entire hybrid range. Whether you’re financing your new car or buying it outright, there’s a 252 offer designed to suit how you buy — because MG believes in giving every customer a great deal, no matter how they choose to pay.