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Every St. Patrick's Day, a historic boat known as the 'rocket car' emerges from a West Cork cove for a celebrated local race, highlighting the area's unique maritime heritage.

Three teenagers have appeared before a Cork court after a Garda car was allegedly rammed by a stolen SUV driving on the wrong side of the road. The incident occurred overnight in West Cork, leading to charges against the youths.

Residents of a West Cork town are expressing frustration and slamming An Post over truck deliveries that reportedly wake them up as early as 5 AM.

A West Cork farm has significantly improved its milking operations with the installation of a 34-unit rotary parlour, which has drastically reduced labor requirements and saved the family 1,460 hours annually.

A motorcyclist in his 50s was killed in a road accident in west Cork. Emergency services responded to the fatal crash.

Authorities continue to police the west Cork coast to combat drug smuggling, noting that while methods of bringing contraband into Ireland and Europe have evolved, the country's geographical position remains a constant factor.

A wastewater treatment plant in a West Cork town is undergoing an upgrade that will enable it to cater for over 300 new homes.

The 'Eagle’s Nest' bungalow, situated on approximately 1.7 acres above Adrigole on the Beara Peninsula in West Cork, is presented as a property offering potential for buyers.

A popular bakery and deli located in West Cork has announced its plans to cease operations in September.

Piles of timber, broken doors, and mirrors have been illegally dumped on a country road in West Cork, Ireland, raising concerns about fly-tipping.

Residents of a west Cork housing estate are facing a crisis as a failing wastewater treatment plant repeatedly spills raw sewage into a local children's play area.

A homelessness activist from West Cork has concluded his 200th and final weekly protest outside Leinster House, the Irish Parliament, where he advocated for housing rights.

Rescue operations for missing fishermen in West Cork and off Malaysia’s Pulau Tenggol island have concluded, with authorities recovering a body in Ireland while Malaysian rescuers found no traces in the latter case. Both incidents highlight the ongoing risks faced by coastal fishing communities.

Regional development officials have granted planning permission for a dedicated performance venue aimed at boosting the area's cultural infrastructure.

A planning appeal board's initial rejection of a proposed 12-warehouse whiskey development in West Cork has been overturned by the High Court, allowing the project to proceed to further review.

Efforts to establish an Irish-medium secondary school in West Cork are gaining significant support, reflecting a growing demand for education through the Irish language in the region.

Dark sky tourism is expanding in Ireland, with hopes for more regions like Connemara, Wicklow, Donegal, and West Cork to achieve dark sky status, as enthusiasts prepare for an upcoming solar eclipse.

The Macroom Music Fest is set to bring three days of music, entertainment, and late-night dancing to Midwest Cork, promising a vibrant cultural event.

A man in his 50s, who worked in the local fishing port, has died in a sea tragedy in Castletownbere, West Cork. A post-mortem examination is scheduled to be conducted at CUH.

A 26-year-old woman from West Cork, Emma O’Shea, is speaking out about the inadequate treatment of hundreds of rare disease patients in Ireland, a condition that also claimed her brother's life in 2016.

Fundraisers in Kerry and Cork have successfully raised €230,000 to support a West Cork teenager who sustained injuries.

A West Cork town facing challenges in expansion has encountered a further setback in its housing development plans.

The Castletownbere RNLI lifeboat 'Annette Hutton' was deployed to rescue stranded sailors after their vessel experienced an engine fire in rolling seas.

The issue of collapsed roads in West Cork has been brought to attention in Leinster House, the Irish Parliament.

West Cork councillors have expressed strong dissatisfaction, calling the government funding allocated for pier upkeep a 'pittance' and inadequate for necessary maintenance.

Actor Adam Scott shared his positive experiences filming his recent supernatural horror film 'Hokum' in West Cork, expressing his fondness for the region.

The Irish actress’s initial planning application was refused by Cork County Council in October 2024.

Local volunteers express devastation after repeated acts of property damage mar their community efforts.

Irish athlete Charles Murphy completed a challenging 200-kilometer trek through Scotland to raise funds for the West Cork Rapid Response emergency service.

Amazon has been granted approval by an appeals board to proceed with the development of a transatlantic cable station in West Cork, Ireland.

A significant book detailing the history of a cathedral in a West Cork town is scheduled for its official launch on August 28.

The community of Dunmanway in West Cork is celebrating its historic connection to the Holy Roman Emperor Charlemagne, featuring a priceless 17th-century chalice as part of its Homecoming festival events.

A town in West Cork is calling for an urgent traffic plan to be implemented to prevent severe gridlock during the upcoming summer season.

Councillors have strongly criticized the council over its engagement process for the West Cork greenway project, expressing dissatisfaction with how the community has been involved.

New school zones have been established in two schools located in West Cork, Ireland.

Concerns have been voiced regarding the inadequate rail and transport options available in West Cork, Ireland.

Shirley Foster, the neighbour who discovered the body of Sophie Toscan du Plantier, has died at the age of 91. Her death comes as the mystery surrounding the unsolved murder in West Cork continues.

Businesswomen from West Cork were recognized and celebrated at the Network Ireland Awards 2026, highlighting their achievements and contributions to the local economy.

The Spectator is offering its subscribers a 20% discount on bookings at Melissa Kite’s Country House located in West Cork.

John O’Connell discusses the journey of West Cork Distillers, highlighting their resilience and successful deals with global superstars like Thin Lizzy, The Pogues, and Graham Norton.

A teenage girl who lost both her legs in a freak farming accident and undergone over 60 operations will be the focus of a special 'Stand4Féile' jersey day appeal in her native west Cork.