24 June 2023 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Frank O’Flynn was elected as the new Mayor of the County of Cork in an uncontested vote by members of Cork County Council last evening. The Fianna Fail Cllr was nominated by Councillor Seamus McGrath and seconded by Councillor Declan Hurley, Mayor O’Flynn will be the first Mayor... Read More
20 June 2023 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Virgin Media are quite literally delivering fibre to your home! To celebrate the launch of 2 Gigabit full fibre broadband to 345,000 additional homes and businesses in Ireland, Virgin Media are hand-delivering thousands of boxes of fibre cereal to homes across Cork. The surprize deliveries will be chosen... Read More
19 June 2023 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Hugh Wallace calls on restorers in Cork to get involved in the next series of The Great House Revival Now more than ever, architect and television presenter, Hugh Wallace wants to meet people who are getting creative with their housing solutions – be it a one room cottage,... Read More
14 June 2023 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Housing Crisis Labour Cork East TD Seán Sherlock has urged Government to outline the plans in place to protect single homeless adults in the Cork and Kerry region. Deputy Sherlock said: “The housing disaster is a nationwide crisis, but the Cork Simon Home Truths: Single Homelessness in the... Read More
10 June 2023 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie In a change to the calendar for many cycling enthusiasts, this year’s Fort2Fort Charity Cycle will take place on Saturday, 29th July, starting at Camden Fort Meagher, with a choice of distances around Cork Harbour to suit cyclists of all abilities. Ireland rugby legend Rory Best was on... Read More
7 June 2023 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie When you own a restaurant overlooking Ballycotton harbour, it stands to reason that you’ll serve fresh seafood right off the boat! Cush has been added to the Michelin Guide of ‘The Best Seafood Restaurants in the Republic of Ireland.’ The news comes after the venue in Ballycotton was... Read More
7 June 2023 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Schools will soon be out for the summer, but Cork County Council Library Service’s fleet of Mobile Libraries will still be on the road bringing books and more to towns, villages, nursing homes, and homes in rural communities all across Cork County. The four Mobile Libraries each serve... Read More
4 June 2023 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Good fun yesterday in the sunshine The ‘Ocean to City’ also known as ‘An Rás Mór’ has become Ireland’s largest rowing and paddling race. It’s also the flagship event of Cork Harbour Festival each year. The first race took place during Cork Cities 2005 European Culture year. Now,... Read More
2 June 2023 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Showcasing 27 Irish artists A flock of plunging gannets are among almost 50 sculptures that will be on display at Ballymaloe House Hotel this summer. The world-renowned hotel in East Cork has partnered with prominent local art curator Richard Scott to run an outdoor sculpture exhibition for the... Read More
1 June 2023 By Mary Bermingham mary@TheCork.ie EDF Renewables Ireland and Simply Blue Group sign partnership deal on Western Star and Emerald floating offshore wind projects in Ireland EDF Renewables Ireland has entered into a partnership to develop the Western Star and Emerald floating wind projects with Simply Blue Group. The partnership is subject to... Read More
31 May 2023 By Bryan McCarthy bryan@TheCork.ie Cork has many stately homes and gardens for you to visit – here are some of the lesser known properties In order to preserve Ireland’s heritage and encourage owners to make their noteworthy property and/or garden open to the public Section 482 of the Taxes Consolidation Act, 1997... Read More
31 May 2023 By Mary Bermingham mary@TheCork.ie Senior members of the proposed Dungarvan to Mallow Greenway project team provide update on local community engagement activities The Dungarvan to Mallow Greenway, as proposed, is a 74-kilometre long walking and cycling path that would connect Mallow, County Cork to Dungarvan, County Waterford linking the towns and villages... Read More