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Irish Examiner
23-05-2025
- Sport
- Irish Examiner
Cleary's recruits have brought freshness and depth to Cork challenge
John Cleary's hand had been forced. Eight departures from the 2024 panel meant recruitment was necessary. The Cork football boss knew he had to dip into the underage and club scenes to unearth fresh talent. Killian O'Hanlon, Thomas Clancy and John O'Rourke retired, Kevin Flahive went travelling, Jack Cahalane pivoted to the hurlers, and the forward trio of Fionn Herlihy, Damien Gore and Steven Sherlock opted out of the 2025 panel. The loss of Flahive, Sherlock and the experience of O'Rourke meant Cleary had gaps to plug. In came defenders Seán Brady and Neil Lordan, midfielders Seán Walsh and Conor Cahalane, and further forward, Seán McDonnell, Hugh O'Connor and Éanna O'Hanlon. Their impacts have brought freshness and competitiveness that Cleary insists has put Cork into a good place for their All-Ireland SFC Group 2 opener against Meath in Navan on Saturday. "They've been excellent," Cleary said. "Year-to-year, there's going to be changes, that's going to happen. The way any panel is judged is by the new blood coming in and they've added an awful lot both in the way they apply themselves and as a boost to the panel. "You'd have to be pleased with the way that they've stood up. In a lot of cases, guys come into the panel and they've to wait their turn or it takes a bit of time. "The injuries this year definitely forced our hand in giving those guys chances and they have all put up their hand. It's come to a stage now where, when the injured players have come back, we have big competition and that can only be healthy. "We'll need a big panel for what's coming there over the next few weeks." Ballygarvan's Brady will not feature against Meath due to suspension following his controversial red card in the extra-time loss to Kerry in the Munster semi-final, but there is once more a starting berth for Seán McDonnell at wing-forward. The Mallow man has enjoyed a productive opening to his Cork senior career. Walsh, Lordan, Cahalane, O'Connor and O'Hanlon are all among the 26 for the Páirc Tailteann clash. One man not new to the panel is Cathail O'Mahony. The Mitchelstown sharpshooter has long been credited with the potential to become one of the top forwards in the country. The enormous promise shown back in 2019 when Cork secured All-Ireland under-20 glory has not come to fruition just yet. His senior career has been stop-start due to injuries. Debut in 2020 was followed by injury-plagued seasons, despite showing an ability to score freely whenever his body played ball. He was front-and-centre off the bench against Kerry five weeks ago, kicking a two-pointer and looking dangerous throughout. Cathail O'Mahony of Cork reacts after kicking wide in the last play of the second half of extra-time against Kerry. Pic: Piaras Ó Mídheach, Sportsfile He did miss two late two-point attempts to grab victory, but his courage in taking on that responsibility against the old enemy was admirable. This weekend, the 25-year-old starts in place of injured go-to man Brian Hurley in a full-forward line that also includes old under-20 pal Mark Cronin. Perhaps it's time one of the triple threat of O'Mahony, Cronin and Chris Óg Jones took over that mantle of chief marksman from Castlehaven stalwart Hurley. Conor Corbett - now close to a return following his ACL tear last summer - will have his say in the Cork forward line shake-up too. 'Yeah, it's great really (to have Cathail fit)," Cleary said of O'Mahony. "I know Cathail has been very frustrated. He has had two very serious injuries, two operations and even coming back from that, again and again, he has suffered little nicks and missed training. "But the last few weeks now, thanks be to God, he has got a good run of games and hopefully now all will go well for him. He'll be a big addition to us going forward, definitely." Unlike opponents Meath - who Cork beat in this year's Division 2 campaign - Cleary's men has had over a month to work on their craft in-house. There will have been spent mulling over another near-miss against Jack O'Connor's men, but the Cork boss insists that didn't linger long. "We gave them two days off and in fairness, they wanted to get back at it again as quickly as possible. "It was disappointing because we'd all been looking back on it, we had the chances, particularly to win in extra time, and we didn't take them. "So, that's something we've been working on now since. Once we were back in it a few days, it was looking forward, we weren't looking back at this stage." The time away from competitive action afforded the Cork setup the chance to get another decent chunk of work under their belt. "It's been good because the season started, we had five games in seven weeks, and just going from one game to the other. "We were straight into the championship with two games, so basically we were able to reset, get a good block of work done." Cleary continued: "We've been happy the way the last three or four weeks went because we weren't just recovering from one Sunday and going to the next weekend. "We've worked hard and hopefully we'll get the benefit in the next couple of weeks."
Agriland
23-05-2025
- Business
- Agriland
Cork couple crowned overall winners of Dairygold awards
Taoiseach Micheál Martin crowned Dairygold milk suppliers Aileen Sheehan and Philip O'Leary from Whitechurch, Co. Cork the overall winners of the 2024 Dairygold Milk Quality and Sustainability Awards. They were also named Mallow regional award winners at a ceremony in Springfort Hall, Mallow, Co. Cork. The awards acknowledge the commitment of Dairygold milk suppliers to achieving the highest standard quality of milk while adopting more sustainable farming practices. This year's awards also saw the introduction of a new category, the 'Young Dairy Farmer of the Year Award'. The purpose of the new award category is to recognise the efforts of the next generation of dairy farmers who are demonstrating leadership, innovation, and a commitment to sustainable farming practices. Dairygold Milk Quality and Sustainability Awards This year's overall winners, Aileen and Philip have only been dairy farming together for four years on a fully leased holding near Whitechurch, Co. Cork, milking 138 cows on a 125ac milking block, with an additional 50ac rented for silage and calves. They have focused heavily on long-term sustainability while producing high quality milk. Their proactive approach to implementing sustainable farming practices includes reseeding over 90% of their grazing platform and using protected urea as their primary nitrogen source. The judges were particularly impressed by Aileen and Philip's enthusiasm, work ethic, and attention to detail. Their proactive approach to environmental initiatives stood out, including their early involvement in the Farming for Water EIP (European Innovation Partnership) scheme. As part of their involvement in the scheme, they implemented measures such as sediment traps, tree planting, and a bunded drainage system to protect the nearby Glashaboy stream. Taoiseach Micheál Martin, guest of honour at the event, commended the role of family farming in Ireland and the importance of supporting it for future success: 'The success we see in Irish farming today is a testament to the professionalism and resilience of our farm families. 'The dairy sector is a cornerstone of our rural economy and it is farmers, like those being honoured today, who are securing its future. 'Sustainability is central to that future and the commitment of these farmers to more sustainable farming practices is very encouraging, as they lay the groundwork for the next generation to thrive.' Speaking about the awards, Dairygold chairperson Patrick Clancy said: 'These awards are an important opportunity to recognise the hard work, dedication and consistency of our milk suppliers, who strive for excellence in milk quality. 'Their efforts are the foundation of Dairygold's success. This year, we are especially proud to introduce the Young Dairy Farmer of the Year Award, a reflection of the emerging talent within our co-op and our commitment to fostering the next generation of dairy farmers.' Congratulating the winners, Dairygold chief executive Michael Harte added: 'Aileen and Philip are a fantastic example of what can be achieved through dedication, teamwork, and a forward-thinking approach to farming. 'Their efforts show that quality milk production and sustainability can go hand-in-hand. These award winners are not only leading by example today but helping shape the future of sustainable dairy farming among our Dairygold members. 'It is also encouraging to see the widespread adoption of more sustainable farming practices across our milk supplier base, which were clearly demonstrated as part of this awards process. 'These practices not only enhance water quality and further bolster the argument for the retention of the nitrates derogation, they also go a long way towards reducing our sectoral emissions and achieving our climate action targets,' he added. The awards were based on 2024 milk quality data from Dairygold's 2,500 milk suppliers across Cork, Tipperary, Limerick, Clare, Kerry, and Waterford. 18 finalists were shortlisted from each of the six Dairygold regions and assessed by a team of expert judges.
Irish Examiner
23-05-2025
- Sport
- Irish Examiner
Hurley misses out through injury as Cleary makes three Cork changes for Meath clash
Cork football boss John Cleary has made three changes to his side for the All-Ireland SFC Group 2 opener against Meath in Navan on Saturday (throw-in, 3pm). Captain Brian Hurley misses out through injury with Cathail O'Mahony drafted in to start at full-forward. Despite the blow of Hurley's absence, O'Mahony has enjoyed a run of fitness of late that has allowed the Michelstown marksman to build up his form, culminating in his inclusion in Cleary's starting 15 alongside Chris Óg Jones and Mark Cronin in the full-forward line. Cork's Brian Hurley breaks away from a Louth defender. Pic: David Creedon Michéal Aodh Martin starts between the sticks, while the other two changes come in the full-back line. Seán Brady - suspended following his controversial red card in the extra-time loss to Kerry in the Munster semi-final - and Tommy Walsh - suffering with a heel issue - miss out. Their replacements come in the form of experienced duo Seán Meehan and Maurice Shanley, who join mainstay Daniel O'Mahony. The Páirc Tailteann clash will mark Kiskeam defender Meehan's maiden start of the season. Brian O'Driscoll, Rory Maguire and Matty Taylor are once again named in the half-back line, with fit-again Luke Fahy among the subs. The midfield pair of St Finbarr's Ian Maguire and Éire Óg's Colm O'Callaghan slot in once more in the 8 and 9 berths. Having put down an impressive maiden campaign thus far, Mallow's Seán O'Donnell keeps his place at half-forward, where he is accompanied by Paul Walsh and Seán Powter. There is a first competitive matchday squad appearance for newcomer Éanna O'Hanlon, who linked up with the panel this season, while Conor Corbett is forced to sit this one out as he continues to work his way back to match fitness following his recovery from an ACL tear last summer. Cork: M A Martin (Nemo Rangers); S Meehan (Kiskeam), D O'Mahony (Knocknagree), M Shanley (Clonakilty); B O'Driscoll (Carrigaline), R Maguire (Castlehaven), M Taylor (Mallow); I Maguire (St Finbarr's), C O'Callaghan (Éire Óg); P Walsh (Kanturk), S Powter (Douglas), S McDonnell (Mallow); M Cronin (Nemo Rangers), C O'Mahony (Mitchelstown), C Óg Jones (Iveleary). Subs: P Doyle (Knocknagree), B Murphy (Nemo Rangers), N Lordan (Ballinora), D Cashman (Millstreet), L Fahy (Ballincollig), S Walsh (Mitchelstown), C Cahalane (Castlehaven), E McSweeney (Knocknagree), R Deane (Bantry Blues), É O'Hanlon (Kilshannig), H O'Connor (Newmarket).
BreakingNews.ie
22-05-2025
- Business
- BreakingNews.ie
Plans for almost 500 new homes put on hold after 34 families try to block development
Plans for large-scale residential development of almost 500 new homes in Mallow are being put on hold following an appeal to An Bord Pleanála by a group of 34 families in the north Cork town. The group are challenging the decision by Cork County Council to grant development firm, Reside (Castlepark) Limited, planning permission for 469 residential units on a 18.2-hectare site at Castlepark on St Joseph's Road, Mallow, Co Cork. Advertisement The plans provide for a mix of 305 detached and semi-detached houses, townhouses and bungalows and 164 apartments and duplex units. A total of 94 units will be made available for social and affordable housing. Other facilities including a creche with a community room and interpretative centre/café. The proposed development is strongly opposed by a group of residents from St Joseph's Road and Aldworth Heights in Mallow who claim it is premature. Advertisement 'Local residents have grave concerns on the lack of local infrastructure and amenities, unsafe, unsuitable and dangerous narrow local roads, very poor and unsafe footpaths, and no cycleways in the Saint Joseph's Road area,' said the group's secretary, Frank Heffernan. The group have also expressed concern that the new housing estate would create traffic gridlock in the area. 'St Joseph's Road currently lacks local community-based services, community facilities and neighbourhood amenities, not to mind the current realities of inadequate roads, poor and unsafe pedestrian footpaths, no cycle paths, and no local public transport,' said Mr Heffernan. The group argue no further large-scale residential developments should be allowed in the area until the Mallow Relief Road is operational. Advertisement They claim the relief road is 'absolutely essential' due to concern about several new housing developments in Mallow which they claim will add 1,350 new homes to the south-east of the town. Ireland Mayo housing official calls for boycott of holiday... Read More Residents have called on Cork County Council to adopt a strategic planning approach to progress the various residential developments in the pipeline in the area. Mr Heffernan stressed that local residents have no objection to any new housing developments in the area once they are designed and built 'in a balanced, integrated and effective' way. Reside said the development had been designed 'to provide high-quality homes that will contribute positively to Mallow where demand for housing has been consistent.' A ruling by An Bord Pleanála on the appeal is expected in early September.
BreakingNews.ie
14-05-2025
- Health
- BreakingNews.ie
Mother given wrong newborn baby at Cork hospital settles High Court action
Cork University Hospital is to send a formal apology to a mother who was given the wrong newborn baby. The 39-year-old Cork mother had sued the HSE in the High Court. Advertisement It is understood the baby was only with the mother for a short time before it was noticed. New mum, Catherine Shine, thought she was being handed her three-day-old baby daughter, Hannah Kate after she had been looked after in the hospital nursery overnight. But she 'had a feeling' and knew by the baby that it was not her daughter. When she checked the name tag, it was another baby, and not Hannah Kate. In the High Court on Wednesday, Catherine Shine from Mallow, Co Cork settled a legal action against the HSE over the incident at Cork University Hospital four years ago. Advertisement Her counsel Richard Kean SC instructed by PBN Litigation told the court the case had been resolved. He said a formal apology will be sent to Ms Shine and her family and the wording which had been agreed with the HSE did not need to be said in open court. Liability was admitted in the case. The details of the settlement are confidential. Outside court, Ms Shine who stood with her solicitor Piarais Neary said she was happy the legal proceedings had concluded. 'Hopefully this won't happen again and the hospital has brought in measures to avoid this from happening in the future,' she said. Advertisement Asked how she discovered it wasn't her baby daughter who had been brought to her from the hospital nursery, she said she knew 'when I looked at her. I just had that feeling.' ' I picked her up because she was crying. I had that feeling. I did the checks. I knew she wasn't mine; she was crying and there were a number of factors that went with it. I just checked the tag.' Ms Shine who also has a son said it was 'very upsetting' and she did not want it to happen to any other mother. She said by taking the legal action she was 'trying to bring a light' on the situation and to get an apology . Advertisement 'I got the apology and I'm glad it's over. I don't want it to happen to any mother; It's an awful thing not to get the right baby or have your child go missing. I am just happy with the result,' she said. Catherine Shine from Kiskeam, Mallow, Co Cork had sued the HSE over the incident at Cork University Hospital four years ago. Ms Shine had been admitted to the hospital and her baby girl Hannah Kate was born by emergency caesarean section on September 8, 2021. Mother and baby were kept in hospital and on the night before their discharge, Baby Hannah Kate was taken to the hospital nursery and cared for overnight there. Advertisement The following day, September 11th, 2021 Ms Shine asked for her baby but was given another mother's baby. Ms Shine began to notice the baby appeared different to her own daughter and the baby cried and began to vomit. Ms Shine when she inspected the baby noticed that the security tag confirmed it was not her baby. Ireland Man jailed for kicking a teenager off an e-scooter... Read More In the proceedings it was claimed there was a failure to take any or any reasonable care for the safety of the mother and baby and it was further contended that Ms Shine had been subjected to a substandard level of care. There was, it was claimed a failure to have any adequate system of checks and balances in place to ensure that the mother of a newborn baby would not have her baby mixed up and given to someone else.. It was also alleged there was a failure to ensure that babies placed in the nursery were checked as to their correct identity before being brought back to their correct mother on the ward or room. Noting the settlement , Ms Justice Emily Egan congratulated the parties on resolving the matter .
