27 October 2016 By Bryan T. Smyth bryan@TheCork.ie What: A Talk by the Historian and Broadcaster John Bowman: Ireland 1916-2016 Where: Ballymaloe Grainstore When: Thursday 17 November, 8pm Following the publication of his latest book, Ireland: The Autobiography – One hundred years of Irish life told by its people, the distinguished historian and broadcaster John Bowman... Read More
26 October 2016 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Inland Fisheries Ireland has prosecuted cement company Keohane Readymix Limited in respect of a discharge to the waters of the Argideen River at Fourcuil, Clonakilty, Co. Cork. At a sitting of Clonakilty District Court on Tuesday, 18th of October, Keohane Readymix Limited pleaded guilty to a breach of Sections... Read More
26 October 2016 By Bryan T. Smyth bryan@TheCork.ie Transatlantic flights from Cork further enhances city’s connectivity Cork South Central TD, Micheál Martin has welcomed the announcement by Icelandic airline WOW Air that it will begin transatlantic flights to both East and West coast America from Cork International Airport. “This is a fantastic new development for... Read More
26 October 2016 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Hortonworks has today announced the opening of a new, larger premises in Albert Quay, Cork. The news was celebrated at an opening ceremony hosted by the Lord Mayor of Cork City and IDA Ireland. The inauguration comes just nine months after the company confirmed their plans to extend... Read More
26 October 2016 By Bryan T. Smyth bryan@TheCork.ie Emergency responders from both sides of the Irish border will gather today in Dublin for a simulated chemical explosion scenario, to test a Decision Support (DS) Tool-set designed to reduce the impact of large-scale disasters on public health. The online decision support system has been developed by... Read More
25 October 2016 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Janssen Supply Chain, Cork was presented with the Business Working Responsibly Mark certification by An Tánaiste, Frances Fitzgerald, at CEO forum at Dublin Castle. The Mark, developed by Business in the Community Ireland, audited by the National Standards Authority of Ireland (NSAI) is based on ISO 26000. It... Read More
24 October 2016 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Now well into its second decade, the Annual Aer Lingus Autumn Lunch in aid of Cork ARC Cancer Support House will take place on Wednesday 26th October at 12:00pm in the Maryborough Hotel & Spa, Cork. Each year this most stylish event offers attendees a champagne reception, and... Read More
21 October 2016 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie TV Personality, Author and former British Cabinet Minister Edwina Currie will be the Guest Speaker at The Cork Business Awards 2016 on November 25th. The former MP and Cabinet Minister is known as outspoken and controversial and served in the Government of Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher. First elected... Read More
20 October 2016 By Bryan T. Smyth bryan@TheCork.ie Shoppers and visitors to the city can avail of 2 hours free parking between 10am- 12 noon (Mon – Thurs) in both North Main St and Paul St car parks. Late night shoppers and those visiting restaurants in the area can also avail of free parking on... Read More
19 October 2016 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Prepare to be scared – Zombie Fun Run in aid of Mercy Hospital Foundation Saturday, October 29th @ Ballincollig Regional Park Do you think you can outrun “bloodthirsty” zombies as they chase you around Ballincollig Regional Park on Saturday, October 29th? Hordes of flesh-eating zombies will track down brave... Read More
19 October 2016 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie A new fund to support projects that will contribute to the delivery of an accessible and sustainable, world class inland fisheries resource has been established. Inland Fisheries Ireland (IFI) has announced an overall Capital Works Fund of €500,000 available for angling groups and clubs across the country who... Read More
18 October 2016 By Bryan T. Smyth bryan@TheCork.ie The volunteer lifeboat crew from Kinsale RNLI in Co Cork has been awarded a Marine Meritorious Service Medal. The award in recognition of the crew’s rapid response, professionalism and skill in saving lives was presented by the Minister for Transport, Tourism & Sport Shane Ross, T.D. at... Read More
