# Cork harbour

This month

May 2023

# báid nua

Two new Irish Naval vessels to arrive into Cork Harbour tomorrow

The Lake class boats were sold by the New Zealand Government to the Irish State for €26m.

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May 13th 2023, 5:10 PM

All time

# Cork harbour

Community Group welcomes High Court ruling on Incinerator planning

The planning application for the Indaver facility in Ringaskiddy, Cork will now be re-examined.

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Oct 1st 2021, 3:39 PM

# Climate security threat

Head of Defence Forces says climate change is single biggest threat to Ireland

Mellett, who holds a PhD in environmental governance, believes Ireland must act to prevent the impact of climate change.

The Chief of Staff said Ireland needs to lose its 'false sense of security'.

Mellett also believes that the State will have to play a role in battling climate breakdown.

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Jul 30th 2021, 12:05 AM

# Cork harbour

Taoiseach unsure if ban on foreign fracked gas would breach international trade law

Concerns have been raised about imported fracked gas being brought in to Ireland through the Port of Cork.

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Nov 27th 2019, 3:54 PM

# heritage hotspots

Your summer in Ireland: 5 must-see sites in Cork

Take our challenge and tick off as many glorious sites this summer as recommended by heritage officers around Ireland.

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Aug 5th 2018, 6:30 PM

# Ringaskiddy

'Palpable anger and disbelief': Cork locals bring battle against incinerator to High Court

Chase is seeking a judicial review after raising over €60,000 in a GoFundMe campaign.

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Jul 20th 2018, 6:15 AM

# Put through its paces

There was one boat enjoying the stormy conditions yesterday

Frank Kowalski wants to break a world record next year in his company’s new ship, Thunder Child.

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Dec 24th 2016, 4:31 PM

# Cork harbour

Pharmaceutical BioPark to create 500 full-time jobs and 800 construction jobs in Cork

The site will feature Europe’s first eco-friendly prefab ‘KUBio’ facility, which allow Co2 emissions to be reduced by 75%, and water and energy use by around 80%.

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Sep 19th 2016, 8:20 AM

# Homecoming

Home for Christmas: L.É. Samuel Beckett returns to Cork after rescuing over 1,000 migrants

The ship was greeted by a crowd of cheering friends and family.

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Dec 17th 2015, 11:20 AM

# Defence Forces

LÉ Niamh comes to the aid of capsized boat in Cork Harbour

Two men were found standing on top of upturned craft, and brought back to shore for medical attention.

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Jul 3rd 2014, 8:35 PM

# jaws bai

Drone captures amazing footage of shark swimming around Cork harbour

Anyone fancy a dip?

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Jun 2nd 2014, 12:00 PM

# udder success

Coast Guard dispatched to rescue cow stuck in mud

The cow was rescued from Friesian-cold* waters in Cork Harbour yesterday afternoon.

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Jan 19th 2014, 11:07 AM

# water safety

Irish Coast Guard: Don't go in the water without a lifejacket like these two

The Coast Guard has released this picture in an attempt to ensure others wear lifejackets in the water.

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Jul 14th 2013, 11:40 AM

# Ireland's Alcatraz

Cork council publishes €40m ‘master plan’ for Spike Island tourism

‘Ireland’s Alcatraz’ would become a major tourist trap and national park under Cork County Council’s new plans.

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Nov 9th 2012, 7:20 AM

# Recap

Round Ireland race, day two review: Strong winds and sea sickness

“A bit like going from a friendly chat with David to a slightly unnerving argument with Goliath,” writes Eoin Lynch from English Mick.

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Jun 26th 2012, 10:31 PM

# Lifeboat

Crosshaven RNLI called to rescue struggling kayakers

Three officers from the RNLI service at Crosshaven, Co Cork are called to rescue struggling kayakers in poor conditions in Cork.

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Oct 23rd 2011, 6:36 PM