29 October 2025 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie In the first half of 2025, there were 439 burglaries reported to the Cork Garda division, while there were 337 vehicle thefts. Having conducted a review of the latest CSO data, Gallagher, one of Ireland’s largest insurance brokers, is reminding homeowners and motorists across Cork that seasonal vigilance... Read More
29 October 2025 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Over half of child car seats (54%) checked by the Road Safety Authority’s Check It Fits service were incorrectly fitted and needed some type of adjustment to make them a safe fit. If a child’s car seat isn’t fitted correctly, it could lead to a serious or fatal injury in the event of a collision. The RSA are delighted to announce that their... Read More
28 October 2025 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Owners of historic structures in Cork urged to apply for heritage funds to maintain and preserve buildings and structures Grants of up to €200,000 available for Cork projects with strong built heritage conservation objectives and clear public or community benefit. Interested applicants should contact their local authority’s Architectural... Read More
27 October 2025 By Bryan McCarthy bryan@TheCork.ie New book: Building Mitchelstown, 1779-1830 by David A. Fleming A terrific night was had by all at the St George’s Arts and Heritage Centre in Mitchelstown one Friday earlier this month to celebrate the launch of Building Mitchelstown, 1779—1830 by David A. Fleming. Over 75 people packed into the venue to hear Dr Michael Potterton... Read More
27 October 2025 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie It’s often said that Cork City needs more parks or green areas, but the City extends well beyond the CBD. This area is to the North East. Railway Park is located at the end of O’Mahoney’s Ave, which is itself a tiny street leading from St Lukes to... Read More
22 October 2025 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Fianna Fáil TD Séamus McGrath is pleased that grants for Electric Vehicles in County Cork are now seeing a significant uptake. EV grants are offered by the Government through SEAI to help with the cost of EV’s and they are a vital part of helping us reduce emissions.... Read More
21 October 2025 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Report into sunbed use is a step towards reducing avoidable harms A new Health Research Board report looking at the effectiveness of public health interventions in reducing sunbed use, is a significant step forward in shaping evidence-based policy, a Fine Gael TD has said. Leas-Chathaoirleach of the... Read More
20 October 2025 By Bryan McCarthy bryan@TheCork.ie Over 15,000 Attendances at Mallow General Hospital’s Medical Assessment Unit Since 2022 Cork North West Fine Gael TD, Deputy John Paul O’Shea, has welcomed new figures from the HSE showing that more than 15,000 patients have attended the Medical Assessment Unit (MAU) at Mallow General Hospital since 2022.... Read More
16 October 2025 By Valerie Ryan valerie@TheCork.ie I am a farmer but I’m finding it hard to manage on the income from farming. What social welfare schemes can help? You may be eligible for Farm Assist, a weekly means-tested payment for low-income farmers. Qualification for Farm Assist can also lead to the farmer becoming eligible... Read More
12 October 2025 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Dairygold, a leading Irish farmer owned Co-Operative, with Dairy, Nutritionals and Agri Businesses, continues its support of key community events with the sponsorship of this Munster racing event, by its Retail Business Co-Op Superstores. Co-Op Superstores has confirmed its continued title sponsorship of the Co-Op Superstores Raceday at... Read More
10 October 2025 By Bryan McCarthy bryan@TheCork.ie Minister for Education and Youth, Helen McEntee TD has opened Dromahane National School’s new building The Minister said the opening represents the culmination of years of education, collaboration, and commitment from the entire school community. “This is not just the opening of a new building, but the beginning... Read More
8 October 2025 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Newmarket Motors Appointed Main Dealer for Mercedes-Benz Light Commercial Vehicles Division North County Cork based Newmarket Motors has been appointed as a main dealer for Mercedes-Benz Light Commercial Vehicles division. This appointment adds one of the world’s most respected vehicle brands to Newmarket Motors’ line up, further strengthening... Read More