6 September 2023 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie The Mayor of the County of Cork, Cllr. Frank O’Flynn, has welcomed the announcement of the county’s latest road improvement scheme, following the appointment of Sorensen Civil Engineering to carry out the N73 Annakisha Road Improvement Scheme. The N73 is a popular tourist route between the East and... Read More
5 September 2023 By Bryan McCarthy Bryan@TheCork.ie After marking its 20th birthday this summer, regional radio station Beat 102-103 is motoring into a new decade with a brand-new product offering. This is the first time a regional, youth music radio station in Ireland has invested in an Outside Broadcast Unit. Up to now, promotional, outdoor,... Read More
5 September 2023 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Cork City Council has been awarded the Smarter Travel Mark, Silver Level, from the National Transport Authority. The Smarter Travel Mark is a recognition of Cork City Council’s commitment to changing attitudes and behaviours regarding walking, cycling and public transport usage by implementing measures that facilitate, support and... Read More
5 September 2023 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Over €80,000 to be donated through ALDI’s Community Grants Programme A total of 28 Cork-based charities and community organisations have become the latest beneficiaries of ALDI’s Community Grants programme, with each charity receiving a grant from ALDI colleagues in County Cork. Receiving €500 grants are Good Shepherd Cork,... Read More
4 September 2023 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie The Lord Mayor of Cork, Cllr. Kieran McCarthy has put a call-out to Cork GAA clubs to have their Decade of Centenaries commemorative jerseys featured in the upcoming Cork Commemorative Jersey exhibition. The exhibition, which will commence in late September at the Public Museum in Fitzgerald’s Park, features... Read More
2 September 2023 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Anam Cara, the only organisation of its kind in Ireland with support services available to bereaved parents, will resume their face-to-face meetings following a short break over the summer months. September can challenge many. Summer clothes are packed away, holidays have been taken and long evenings shorten. In... Read More
1 September 2023 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie O’Leary Insurances Ltd., a Brown & Brown company, has entered into an agreement to acquire William Murphy & Sons (Courtmacsherry & Clonakilty) Ltd. The transaction is expected to close in November 2023, subject to certain closing conditions. With over 40 years of experience in the insurance broking business,... Read More
1 September 2023 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie South Munster MABS calls for action to address the housing crisis, cost of living increase and household pressures in 2024 Pre-Budget Submission South Munster MABS (Money Advice and Budgeting Service) has submitted its 2024 Pre-Budget Submission calling on the government to address the issues most prevalent for their... Read More
31 August 2023 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie The age limit for the purchase of tobacco products should be raised to 21 years of age, a Fine Gael TD has said. Earlier this week, Deputy Colm Burke, Fine Gael’s Health Spokesperson called for the change to help Ireland meet the public health target of less than... Read More
30 August 2023 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Little Island News Fastway, Ireland’s largest independent delivery network, which is part of the recently formed Nuvion group, is proud to announce a substantial investment of over €5 million in its Cork operation. This investment underscores Fastway’s commitment to enhancing its services and capabilities while fostering economic growth... Read More
30 August 2023 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Entertainment When: Saturday 16th September 2023 Where: Glounthaune, Cork Tickets: Eventbrite Upstart Festival is thrilled to announce the line-up for the 3rd edition of the “end of summer” outdoor festival. Again this year, 5 of the most exciting indie bands come together in a showcase of emerging and... Read More
29 August 2023 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Politics The Minister for Children, Roderic O’Gorman needs to urgently intervene in Cork regarding the childcare shortage Sinn Féin TD for Cork South-Central, Donnchadh Ó Laoghaire has today contacted the Minister for Children, Roderic O’Gorman and urged him to intervene directly to endure that there are adequate childcare... Read More