Cllr Mary Linehan-Foley - Independent, East Cork

Cllr Mary Linehan-Foley - Independent, East Cork Cllr Mary Linehan Foley
INDEPENDENT CLLR in EAST CORK

Mary Linehan-Foley Independent councillor for East Cork. We can make a difference by working together.

YOUR voice being heard in County Hall Born, raised and still living in Youghal, Co. Cork, politics is in her blood. Her father, Paddy Linehan was a public representative for 43 years and Mary followed in her father's footsteps, elected to Youghal Town Council for the first time in 1999. Since then, Mary has been proactive in voicing her constituent's concerns at local level and has been an integra

l part of countless community organisations.; Chairperson of Youghal Twinning association ; a member of the East Cork Garda Youth Diversion Project and former Chairperson of Youghal Socio-Economic Development Group. She also holds the accolade of being elected as Mayor of Youghal on three occasions - the first woman ever to hold the post. Mary held the position as Mayor of Cork County from June 2020 to June 2021 making her only the third woman to hold this position in Cork County . She is also a member of the Housing SPC , the Coastal Management SPC and Tourism SPC which are Committees within the council and also serves as a member of the HSE Forum since her election to the Cork County Council & East Cork Municipal District. Within Cork County Council Mary also serves on both the Southern Committee and Development committee …

Married with five children and 5 grandchildren, Mary & her husband John live on Youghal's Kilcoran Road. Having grown up and received her education in the area, her love for East Cork knows no bounds. She has worked tirelessly over the past 23 years for her constituents across the region and believes that being an Independent candidate affords her a much louder and stronger voice, due to her lack of political allegiances. In short, her voice is the people's voice.

'Over the past number of years, as an Independent Councillor, I have been progressive on all of the issues that have been brought to me by my constituents. I believe that the freedom of being an Independent has been of major benefit to my constituents as I have the ability to work tirelessly with all members of the council or, if elected, the government - regardless of their affiliations,' she notes. Starting her working life in the family business - Moby Dick's Bar in Youghal - Mary & John raised their five children () with an ethos that continues to today: work hard, respect others and always take a stand for those whose voices aren't heard. But while her role as a public representative leaves little time for herself, Mary can - on occasion - be found walking on the beaches of Youghal (where she's often stopped by constituents raising concerns) or spending time with her family.

'I think when you put yourself forward for a role in politics, you have to be able to stand by what you stand for at all times,' Mary states. 'As someone who believes firmly in the role of community in society, I will stand for what you stand for - and I'll stand by you too.

03/06/2026

We are really looking forward to this lovely event & we hope you all can join us!! 🎉

03/06/2026

The first meeting of the newly established Joint Cork City and County Committee has taken place, marking an important step in strengthening collaboration between Cork City Council and Cork County Council.

The Committee, comprising 18 elected members - nine from each local authority - met under the joint chairmanship of the Mayor of the County of Cork, Cllr Mary Linehan Foley at County Hall on Thursday. The role of Chair will rotate between the Lord Mayor of Cork City and the Mayor of the County of Cork.

The Committee will meet twice annually and will serve as a key forum for communication and collaboration between elected members of both local authorities. Meetings will be hosted on a rotating basis by Cork City Council and Cork County Council.

The establishment of the Joint Committee reflects a shared commitment between both local authorities to enhance strategic cooperation and support the continued development of the Cork region.

Cork City Council

03/06/2026

What a wonderful day in Youghal as we celebrated a truly remarkable milestone, Mrs Phil Curran turning 100 years young!

It was my absolute privilege to visit Mrs Curran to mark this special occasion. A century of life, memories, and contributions to our community, what an inspiration.

Happy 100th birthday, Mrs Curran! Here's to many more happy days surrounded by your loved ones. 🎉

03/06/2026

I had the absolute pleasure of attending the Youghal for All Moby Dick Festival at the weekend. A wonderful celebration of our unique connection to cinematic history!

It was an honour to meet with Helen Heaphy Grainge, Chair of the Festival Committee, whose tireless work has made this event such a success. The passion and community spirit on display reminded me why Youghal holds such a special place in Cork's cultural landscape.

03/06/2026

🚨 Carbon Monoxide Detector Safety Reminder 🚨

Yesterday was our weekly "test it Tuesday" for your Smoke alarm but let's not forget our Carbon Monoxide detector with a monthly check !

Did you know that carbon monoxide (CO) is a colourless, odourless gas that can be deadly if undetected?
A working carbon monoxide detector could save your life and the lives of your loved ones. That's why it's important to make a habit of checking your detector every month.
✅ Press the TEST button to ensure the alarm sounds. ✅ Check that the power indicator light is working. ✅ Gently clean the detector to remove dust and debris. ✅ Replace batteries when required and follow the manufacturer's guidance.
⏰ Monthly checks take less than a minute but provide year-round protection for your home and family.
Don't wait for an emergency—take a moment today to test your carbon monoxide detector.

Cork County Council Cork County Fire Service YoughalOnline.com Youghal.ie

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29/05/2026

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28/05/2026

🌊 Water Safety Reminder for the Weekend 🌊

With beaches and waterways across County Cork expected to be busy this weekend, Cork County Council is reminding everyone to enjoy the water safely and stay alert to changing conditions.

From Youghal and Garryvoe to Fountainstown, Inchydoney, Owenahincha, The Warren, Garrylucas, Garretstown, Tragumna and Barleycove, cold water, rip currents and other hidden hazards can quickly put people in difficulty - so please take extra care near the coast.

✅ Swim within your depth and avoid unnecessary risks
✅ Do not use inflatable toys or air mattresses in open water
✅ Choose lifeguarded beaches and swim between the red and yellow flags
✅ Follow all safety signage, rip current warnings and lifeguard advice

Stay safe and enjoy everything Cork’s beautiful coastline has to offer 🌞

More info about enjoying a safe Bank Holiday weekend here: https://bit.ly/4uKVp6Q

Water Safety Ireland

Water Safety Ireland - Cork

28/05/2026

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