9 June 2016 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Sinn Féin MEP Liadh Ní Riada has welcomed the U-turn in Fisheries Penalty Points, resulting in penalties only being applicable after a court has dealt with a case. A Member of the European Committee on Fisheries, Ní Riada said, “The last penalty point system was draconian, and I... Read More
9 June 2016 By Bryan T. Smyth bryan@TheCork.ie Castletownbere RNLI rescued two fishermen from a sinking vessel in the early hours of this morning (Thursday 9 June). The volunteer crew was requested to launch their all-weather lifeboat at 4.45am to go to the assistance of a fishing vessel which was reported sinking 11 miles south... Read More
8 June 2016 By Bryan T. Smyth bryan@TheCork.ie The Taoiseach Enda Kenny TD has announced the appointment of Senator Jerry Buttimer as Leader of the Seanad. The Taoiseach said: “I am pleased to appoint Senator Jerry Buttimer as Leader of the new Seanad which meets for the first time today. Jerry has gained considerable parliamentary... Read More
7 June 2016 By Bryan T. Smyth bryan@TheCork.ie The Mayor and his colleagues on the Clonakilty Mayoral Council hosted a “Mayoral Reception” recently at which four locals “who have achieved something special over the last year” were honoured. The event was held at O’Donovan’s Hotel, and Mayor Cionnaith Ó Súilleabháin in his welcome pointed out... Read More
7 June 2016 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Two UCC researchers have received €115,000 funding for a project that will see them investigate the digital consent process for patients who provide their health data to a variety of websites and patient centric social media platforms. Dr. Ciara Heavin and Dr. Yvonne O’Connor from the Health Information... Read More
7 June 2016 By Bryan Smyth bryan@TheCork.ie Anti-Austerity Alliance TD for Cork-North Central, Mick Barry, has called for immediate rent controls ‘with teeth’ to be introduced as two UN experts raised concerns about the huge increase in homelessness in Cork. The UN experts also criticised the government for their lack of a response to their... Read More
7 June 2016 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Passenger numbers at Cork Airport are continuing on an upward trend with latest statistics released by management showing further growth of 9.6% in May compared with the same month last year. Passenger Numbers Up 9.6% in May Passenger Numbers Up 8.4% Year to Date All Markets Up (Northern... Read More
7 June 2016 By Bryan T. Smyth bryan@TheCork.ie Ballincollig Business Association has invested in 30 litter pickers, which have been given out to local businesses free of charge. The initiative, in partnership with Ballincollig Tidy Towns, is aimed at encouraging local businesses take time each day to ensure the environment around their premises is litter-free.... Read More
7 June 2016 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie What: The Vagina Monologues (play) Where: St. Peter’s Church, North Main Street, Cork When: 23rd & 24th June, 2016, 8pm Sinéad Dunphy is proud to present her production of Eve Ensler’s Vagina Monologues on Thursday 23rd and Friday 24th June at 8pm in St. Peter’s Church on North... Read More
6 June 2016 By Bryan T. Smyth bryan@TheCork.ie With almost 10,000 participants running (Monday), the Irish Examiner Cork City Marathon 2016 celebrated ten years of marathon running in Cork city. It was a record-breaking event when Damien Coleman from Blackrock GAA Club beat the previously set Guinness World Record, by running a marathon while soloing... Read More
5 June 2016 By Bryan Smyth bryan@TheCork.ie With recording breaking numbers and record breaking sunshine, this year’s Ocean to City race opened Cork Harbour Festival 2016 in spectacular style! @oceantocity full course novice crew winners! Great trophy @NaomhogaChorcai @troublebrewing pic.twitter.com/IpeVipSVpX — BeerGeek (@RonanRussell) June 5, 2016 Over 600 participants and 200 teams took part in... Read More
5 June 2016 By Bryan T. Smyth bryan@TheCork.ie Twisted, a new addition to the wining, dining and social scene in Kinsale, is about to shake things up this summer with the launch of their new summer menu. The popular restaurant has been open less than a year and a half but already is renowned for... Read More
