Writes Leo McMahon Something needs to happen but be sure to consult with residents. That was the advice from Cllr Una McCarthy (FG) at the monthly meeting of Carrigaline Municipal District (MD) when enquiring about the possible reinstatement of the footbridge leading to the playground in Charlie Hennessy Park, Glen Road, Monkstown which was destroyed by Storm Babet in October 2023. She asked for an update from the county council on a previous motion from her, in particular t

Three Transition Year students from Kinsale Community School have turned electronic waste into high fashion, creating a striking dress made entirely from discarded computer parts and earning a place in the Junk Kouture regional finals in Dublin. The students, Abhilina Ní Riain, Aoife Ferguson and Hollie O’Donovan designed and constructed the piece, titled Augmented Humanity, using waste Cat 6 data cables, computer keyboard keys and printed circuit boards salvaged from old c

JJ Hurley Civil Rights Activist Bernadette McAliskey emphasised the importance of education during a recent visit to Kinsale at the invitation of the Kinsale Peace Project. Caption Carrigdhoun correspondent JJ Hurley seen here with Bernadette McCaliskey at the Kinsale Peace Project, Speaking exclusively to the Carrigdhoun before addressing a large audience at the Friary, Kinsale, the Tyrone native highlighted education as one of the most important levellers in society. “

(JJ Hurley) On Friday night in Gortnaglough, Ballinhassig face Fermoy in a top-of-the-table clash. With only three points separating the teams in the Senior Second Division, Fermoy come into the game with two games in hand. A victory for the home side would be significant in the race to take the title and continue their push for promotion. The game kicks off at 8pm. Also on the same night, Crosshaven face Douglas Hall in the Junior Fourth Division as the Seasiders chase pro

Imelda Lynch has been named as the December recipient of The Cork International Hotel Community Spirit Award, presented in association with The Carrigdhoun Newspaper . The award recognises individuals who make an exceptional and lasting contribution to their communities, Imelda has dedicated her time to teaching members of the community to swim and appreciate the benefits the sea has on our physical bodies and our mental health. Tracton’s Imelda Lynch is set to once again h