3 May 2021 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie The HSE has thanked the GAA community in Cork and Kerry for their support for the Covid-19 vaccination roll-out Vaccinations are now underway across both counties of people aged between 60 and 69 who have registered at hse.ie or 1850 24 1850. The GAA in both Cork and... Read More
3 May 2021 By Roger Jones roger@TheCork.ie When buying a pair of high-quality glasses, the first thing that comes to mind is an optician’s shop. From trying on many different frames to choosing the right lenses and receiving professional advice, you can expect a comprehensive service here. But this kind of eye care is not... Read More
3 May 2021 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Baltimore RNLI were called out to provide assistance to a yacht in difficulty in Baltimore harbour, West Cork this afternoon (Monday 3 May) in a second callout of the day. The volunteer lifeboat crew launched their inshore lifeboat at 12.05pm, following a request from the Irish Coast Guard... Read More
3 May 2021 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie BoyleSports traders had to be on their toes Monday morning updating their odds for Aras contest. Legendary singer Sharon Shannon has attracted support for the first time to become the next President of Ireland. The button accordion player appeared on the latest episode of ‘Keys to my Life’... Read More
3 May 2021 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie New information provided to Fianna Fáil TD for Cork North West, Michael Moynihan, show that there is a backlog of 4,700 passport applications in Cork. 3,900 are for renewals with 800 first time applications. Deputy Moynihan commented, “The challenge of clearing this backlog will be significant and I... Read More
3 May 2021 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Baltimore RNLI were called out to provide a medical evacuation in the early hours of this morning (Monday 3 May) from Sherkin Island off the coast of Baltimore, West Cork. The volunteer lifeboat crew launched their all-weather lifeboat at 00.28am, following a request from the Irish Coast Guard... Read More
3 May 2021 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Ryan’s SuperValu have become the main sponsor of Glanmire Ladies Football Club. Recognising the emerging talent within the local community, Ryan’s aim to help Glanmire LGFA reach the pinnacle of Ladies Football in Cork. Liam Ryan has added Glanmire Ladies Football Club to the extensive list of 12... Read More
2 May 2021 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Cork Folk Festival brings highlights of the 41st iconic Cork folk gathering to our screens starting Sunday May 2nd at 9.30pm on TG4 In a year like no other, the makers of Cork Folk Festival have curated a feast for the senses for followers of traditional and folk... Read More
2 May 2021 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Did you know: Between 2011 and 2020 there were 22 fatalities in Co Cork in the agriculture sector involved tractors, vehicles or machinery? The Health and Safety Authority is urging farmers and their contractors to plan safety into every aspect of the silage-harvesting season. Start by reviewing their... Read More
2 May 2021 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Ruth Wolfe, who has been part-time secretary to the Bishop of Cork, Cloyne and Ross, Dr Paul Colton, for almost the last 20 years retired on Friday 30th April, which was her last morning ‘in the office’. Ruth has been working from home throughout the pandemic but the... Read More
2 May 2021 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie A newly established Patient Advocacy Service is offering support to people in the Cork area who want to make a complaint about the care they have received in a public hospital. The Patient Advocacy Service provides free, independent and confidential information and support to people making a formal... Read More
1 May 2021 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Seven new walk-in Covid-19 testing centres will open across the country in the coming days. Two of the centres, which are aimed at people who do not have Covid-19 symptoms but still want to be tested, will open in Co Cork. A facility at Midleton GAA Club opened... Read More