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Cork Today
by C103
Patricia Messenger presents Cork Today, discussing current affairs in Cork and beyond, every weekday from 10am to 1pm. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episodes
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CorkToday 9th October 2026
Craig Coady’s son Paudie has finally received the vital SkyClarys drug after much campaigning. The Billy O Connell Modern & Vintage Tractor, Car & Truck Run, as well as a family funday this coming Sunday. TD Michael Collins calls to help an Irish man get home after being seriously injured in...
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CorkToday 8th October 2026
Changes to Inheritance Tax in Budget 2027 are being called ‘a mere crumb’ by campaign groups. SVP have said that Budget 2027 has made no progress on poverty reduction. Rail Users Ireland will tell us why they feel our transport system is not ready to allow pets on all public transport. Garda…
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CorkToday 7th October 2026
A qualified accountant and tax advisor reacts to Budget 2027, focusing on key tax, spending and economic measures. How Budget 2027 will affect Carers and those people that they care for. The Federation of Early Childhood Providers have said Budget 2027 could be a ‘breakthrough for parents, but a...
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CorkToday 6th October 2026
Parents are being urged to make sure their children aren’t taking part in a recent vandalism surge. Major changes to customs charges beginning November 1st. Cork Councillors are accusing Uisce Eireann of ‘turning off the tap’ on housing developments. Paul Byrne takes to the street to hear what…
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CorkToday 5th October 2026
The need for those eligible knowing about the Mother and Baby Redress Scheme. The importance of vaccines, and an apparent shortage of flu vaccines right now. The ongoing call for a stem cell lab in Cork University Hospital. Local leader of Le Leche Ireland on National Breastfeeding Week.…
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CorkToday 2nd October 2026
We hear about a planned land audit in search of a suitable site for a cohousing development in the south. Mary Crilly will be in the studio to reflect on more than 40 years at the helm of the Cork Sexual Violence Centre. Michael O’Donovan, President of the VFI, on their last-ditch plea to...
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CorkToday 1st October 2026
Midwife and new mom Amy shares her disappointment that the future of the Domino maternity scheme at CUMH is in doubt due to staffing shortages, a call for public vigilance following the capture of two Asian Hornets in Cork, Councillors vote to protect the old Cork prison, a story of incredible...
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CorkToday 30th September 2026
35 years after the first phase of the Bandon bypass was completed, where is phase two?, Damien shares his near-scam experience, a look at Cork Simon’s Annual Impact Report 2025, Wednesday Wisdom: My mother in law disapproves of the fact that we have a cleaner in twice a month and Gardening with...
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CorkToday 29th September 2026
Freidrich’s Ataxia patients could have to wait years for a life-saving drug, a focus on road safety as part of a new campaign, a look across the world at the famous ‘Blue Zones’ - those pockets on the maps where people regularly live healthy, vibrant lives well into their 90s and 100s with Older...
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CorkToday 28th September 2026
An ongoing call for a safe injection facility in Cork, an appeal to tackle sexual violence on college campuses, Image Consultant Lynda Di Blasi with fashion tips, Nature Network Ireland and Ballyhoura Development are hosting free community visioning workshops and Anneliese answers your…
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CorkToday 25th September 2026
There are calls to abolish GP Charges on medical forms. Cork Feis Maitiu is calling for volunteers for their centenary celebrations next year. St Angela’s College have launched the ‘Pledge a Heart Test’ campaign in memory of Ellen Cassidy. Orla O Donovan joins Mairead to review The Traitors…
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CorkToday 24th September 2026
Barnardo's waiting list is up 31% from last year, with over 3000 children and families seeking help. A Cork School’s venture with an ice cream truck to give students real business experience. 3 in 4 people support age restrictions on energy drink sales according to new research conducted by...
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CorkToday 23rd September 2026
Cork County Council have decided not to ban open flames in public during exceptionally hot weather. Bernice Kavanagh has raised nearly 50,000 euro for Marymount University Hospital through coffee mornings. There are calls to build columbarium walls in Cork, for our lost loved ones. There’s a plea...
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CorkToday 22nd September 2026
Calls for Budget 2027 to protect access to pharmacies in the communities with the greatest health needs. The Dept Of Transport have decided to not expand the Safe Route to School Programme. Outrage over the delay in the Midleton to Youghal greenway. And a survey to improve visitors experience in...
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CorkToday 21st September 2026
45% of older people aren’t using their home heating because they simply can’t afford it with the cost of living. The HSE has announced that Unit 1 at St Stephen’s Hospital will close. We’ll hear from a family affected by this. Charleville Community Forum are calling for the Charleville Relief…
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CorkToday 18th September 2026
Increase in debris falling out of trucks in Cobh, which is causing serious dangers for road users. New research shows a gap in awareness for all types of gynaecological cancer. Cork City Councillors are calling to ban the general sale of scrambler bikes to the public. Orla O Donovan will join...
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CorkToday 17th September 2026
Schools reopening earlier in the year is damaging Ireland’s tourism market. New Support Programme Launched For Parents Of Deaf And Hard Of Hearing Children. More robust measures needed to stop manipulative digital and social media alcohol marketing to children. World Cancer Research Flag Day is...
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CorkToday 16th September 2026
A jump in pension ownership, but two in five people expect it to be a poor standard of living. Hedges and branches growing onto rural roads are contributing to an increase in road accidents. An investigation has found that cocaine usage is being normalised in the farming community. Contributing…
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CorkToday 15th September 2026
There’s an upcoming protest in Midleton appealing for flood defences. The Red n Blue Theatre Company tells us about their upcoming performances of ‘Othello’. Calls for the Government to look after small, rural pubs in the 2027 Budget. Reactions to the Cork Luas. Lorna O Regan on Bone Health and...
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CorkToday 14th September 2026
A call for an early Tralee - Cork train on a Monday to mirror every other weekday morning. The Hygiene Hub will be on to mark the start of National Hygiene Week. Supporting Cork families navigating ADHD. Supports for clubs to tackle high energy costs. Nutritional advice with Anneliese Hosted on...
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CorkToday 11th September 2026
25 years on we chat to journalist Ralph Riegl and we hear from listeners on how they found out what was happening on 9/11, the next crisis in general practice will be the lack of infrastructure to treat patients, Barbara Scully - who says she’s possibly the oldest and newest woman on the comedy...
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CorkToday 10th September 2026
Grow It Yourself founder, Mick Kelly on his warning that Ireland is facing potential food shortages despite exporting €20 billion in produce annually, the next crisis in general practice will be a lack of physical space for doctors to treat patients, ‘The Heart Fellas’ Charlie and Liam join...
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CorkToday 9th September 2026
The number of people with health insurance drops for the first time since 2020, a new study shows almost 30,000 children have fallen below the poverty line in the space of a year, Margaret O’Callaghan joined Patricia ahead of a commemorative walk in Charleville on World Suicide Prevention Day, on...
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CorkToday 8th September 2026
The Cork charity looking for homes for 80 cats and kittens, the closure of the dementia unit at Cork’s St Stephen’s hospital, a 24-hour walking relay to honour people lost to cancer takes place in East Cork this weekend, Europe’s biggest thrift festival is coming to Cork, our regular Counsellor…
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CorkToday 7th September 2026
On World Radiation Therapy Day, Clara Cremin, a Radiation Therapist Clinical Specialist at CUH joins Patricia, Cork TD Padraig O’Sullivan discusses stats he uncovered showing the number of people being treated for problematic nitrous oxide abuse, Senator Laura Harmon on the staffing crisis at…
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CorkToday 4th September 2026
Protecting children from extreme online trends, Brid Walsh on the Malin to Mizen cycle to raise funds for cancer research at CUH in memory of her sister Noreen, Adam Higgins from The Sun on the paper’s No Laughing Matter campaign, we look ahead to Katie Taylor’s final farewell and our weekly...
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CorkToday 3rd September 2026
A new survey reveals a significant increase in the number of children experiencing school anxiety and school avoidance, youth unemployment has reduced since the financial crash, but the number of young people in employment has never fully recovered, a dedicated dog park in Mallow could be in the...
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CorkToday 2nd September 2026
We remember our dear friend and colleague, Elmarie Mawe, gardening advice with Peter Dowdall, what's known so far about the new state investment scheme and more Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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CorkToday 1st September 2026
Why more than 17,000 properties are waiting for an Eircode, Aghabullogue’s Dave Walsh on his recent kidney transplant and the importance of organ donation, the 50 Plus show returns to Cork next week and Older Adult Fitness Specialist, Lorna O’Regan, on why balance is more important than you think...
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CorkToday 31st August 2026
Incidents on the train to and from Cork - why dedicated transport police are needed, the County Councillor who feels Uisce Eireann’s repair plans seem to consist of applying band-aids to breaks, Insurance Matters: Paul Kavanagh from MIG on home insurance and built in upgrades, Insurance Ireland’s...
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CorkToday 28th August 2026
Ferry passengers will need a passport from the end of next month for UK travel, tips to avoid food waste when planning for school and college, Mags McCarthy remembers the late Dolly Parton and shares why she’s calling for a stem cell treatment facility in CUH, we look ahead to the Traitors…
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CorkToday 27th August 2026
We find out more about an education programme for teens to help break dementia stigma, volunteer driver with Cancer Connect, Liam Barry, marking 30 years of the Glen Theatre, Banteer, Dr Genie answers your pet questions and more Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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CorkToday 26th August 2026
Craig Coady and Emma O’Shea on the decision by the HSE to approve the reimbursement of Skyclarys for people with Friedreich’s Ataxia, new research shows that nearly a quarter of women surveyed often miss work due to menstrual symptoms, what’s holding Irish employers back from inclusive hiring, on...
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CorkToday 25th August 2026
New survey shows parents are ringing creches from the maternity ward in the hopes of securing a space, faulty goods, pricing and contract performance among the issues consumers turned to the CCPC about in the first half of this year, plans for an arts venue in West Cork get the green light from...
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CorkToday 24th August 2026
Independent Ireland leader Michael Collins urging the HSE to listen to patients and families ahead of the final decision on access to Skyclarys for Friedreich’s Ataxia patients, why it’s hard to recruit and retain teachers, RIP for pets - the rebranded pet memorial website, what routes would you...
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CorkToday 21st August 2026
Leaving Cert Results Day - Guidance Counsellor Roisin Kelleher, rental scams, sing-songs, Mark Malone shares his thoughts on The End of Oak Street and The Invite and more Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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CorkToday 20th August 2026
Farmers face a fodder shortage crisis, is an extra 10 minutes per exam for students with dyslexia enough?, could free evening childcare in community centres in Cork actually work to give parents a ‘Night Out’?, the 5th annual Sunflower Day at Corrin Nature Reserve is this weekend and Dr Genie...
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CorkToday 19th August 2026
The Cork Senator calling on social media platforms to step up and stamp out showing illegal activities, Deputy John Paul O’Shea on meeting with Biogen, the manufacturer of Skyclarys, Jerry Kennelly on his documentary: THE HEALY RAES: BLOOD, SWEAT & TEARS, Wednesday Wisdom: Is splitting the bill...
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CorkToday 18th August 2026
With a fresh surge in online activity from fuel protest groups - could we see renewed action mirroring the disruptive blockades seen earlier this year?, Dunmanway’s long history of links to the circus industry, figures show stark shortfalls in mental health teams caring for older people in Cork,...
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CorkToday 17th August 2026
Students can’t afford another hike in their rent prices, Savour the Flavour in Skibbereen, only 866 dentists nationwide now accept medical card users, Seanie Clifford is running all 4,400 streets of Dublin, and sleeping rough to raise funds and awareness for homelessness and Anneliese answers…
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CorkToday 14th August 2026
Parents are struggling to get seats on school buses for their children. Picker Pals, a litter picking initiatives in classrooms that has seen 9 tonnes of litter removed from Cork. Children are going without Asthma medication because of cost. Laura Harte & Laura O Mahony on their new Improv Play...
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CorkToday 13th August 2026
Craig Coady and Emma O Shea’s reaction to the rejection of funding for the Skyclarys Drug. Cork’s Heritage Week kicks off this Saturday, we’ll hear about what to expect from the weekend. Nearly 900 carers in Cork are over the age of 80, and 5400 carers in Cork are over 60. Garda File. Dr Genie…
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Cork Today 12th August 2026
Michael Collins TD says that the Government is neglecting students with additional needs. A free liver screening test event taking place this Saturday in Mahon. The Government are considering a ban on vapes and cigarettes for those born after a certain date. We’ll be joined by the Rose of Cork…
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CorkToday 11th August 2026
Cllr Kay Dawson on parts of the N72 not being resurfaced in over 30 years. How the hot weather has affected Ireland and what to expect from the week ahead. 11 social houses for 809 applicants in Bandon. Advice on what to look out for as we head into the Asian Hornet invasion season. Joe Heffernan...
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CorkToday 10th August 2026
The impact of health warnings on alcohol labels. Safety advice and an education on the upcoming Solar Eclipse. Women hold only 27% of local council seats, Darcy Lonergan joins us to tell us how we can diversify our Government. Paul Kavanagh Insurance Matters. Anneliese answers all your nutrition...
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CorkToday 7th August 2026
Parents have been contacting the UCC Students Union asking for help finding accommodation for their children. Charles Murphy running an ultra marathon in aid of West Cork Rapid Response. Post-Natal Hubs offering support as a bridge between the maternity ward and home for mothers. Cllr Peter…
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CorkToday 6th August 2026
The issue of victim blaming in courtroom behaviour. The need to build more parking spaces over greenery in Mallow. Aindrais Moynihan on the Park and Ride Facility. Electric Vehicles have begun to outsell hybrid vehicles. Gene, the veterinary osteopath answers your pet questions. Hosted on Acast....
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CorkToday 5th August 2026
The support that Saint Vincent De Paul provides in the back to school season. ‘Check it fits’, a free nationwide RSA service that ensures that children’s car seats are fitted safely. Dangers facing children as they are getting smartphones younger and younger. Cllr Audrey Buckley on the vandalism…
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CorkToday 4th August 2026
Cork County Cllr Una McCarthy shares her story as more than 70 female councillors have been subjected to harassing phone calls from an individual. Relief as West Cork Counselling and Support services secure funding to keep going. Cork estate agent Majella Galvin on buying and selling in the…
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CorkToday 31st July 2026
Nancy Reilly joined Patricia to chat about her late husband Mark who took his own life while receiving psychiatric treatment in Cork, a call for a Sport Ireland campus in Cork, what will the weather be like this long weekend? and on Movie Review: Mark Malone shared his thoughts on Spider-Man…
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