24 December 2022, Christmas Eve By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie The Most Reverend Dr Fintan Gavin (Romaan Catholic) and the Right Reverend Dr Paul Colton (Church of Ireland) write: Christmas 2022 is here. Yet another year has passed with all its many changes and immense challenges. Yet, the Christmas message remains timeless. ‘The Word became flesh... Read More
22 December 2022 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie World renowned Gerry McAvoy’s Band of Friends will play Cork Opera House September 16, 2023. They will be joined by special guests The Pat McManus Band. Tickets available now from Box Office and Ticketmaster. Gerry McAvoy played, recorded and toured with Rory Gallagher for 20 years, from 1971... Read More
17 December 2022 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Cork parents are set to save thousands of euros per year with a substantial reduction in childcare fees in January when Budget measures take effect, a Cork Fine Gael TD has said. Deputy Colm Burke said many parents are currently receiving notifications from creches outlining their revised fees... Read More
15 December 2022 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Ryanair Announces Over 1.4 Million Seats Across 29 Routes In Their Biggest Ever Summer Schedule From Cork Airport Ryanair has today announced its largest ever summer schedule from Cork Airport, including five new routes to Seville, Spain; La Rochelle, France; East Midlands, UK; Venice Treviso, Italy and Rome... Read More
15 December 2022 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie The 66th annual awards will recognise Cork’s “outstanding, unique and resilient” businesses At the launch of the 66th Cork Business of the Year Awards, Cork Business Association President Kevin Herlihy praised all businesses in the city for their innovation and the continued resilience they have shown this year in the face of ongoing business challenges. The Awards,... Read More
15 December 2022 By Mary Bermingham mary@TheCork.ie Lord Mayor of Cork, Cllr Deirdre Forde has said the Irish flag will fly at half mast over City Hall tomorrow as a mark of respect to the young solider who was killed in Lebanon . “My thoughts, and that of the people of Cork, are with the... Read More
15 December 2022 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie December 9/10, 16/17, 21/22/23 – It’s a different panto every night! The Improvised Panto gang are ecstatic to return to Cork Opera House this December after a forced hiatus for more chaos, more craic, and more laughter. Some of Cork’s funniest and talented improvisers will present a different... Read More
14 December 2022 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie 10 days of fundraising from 14th to 24th December – Donations can also be made online at GoFundMe.com/share-fundraiser True Christmas spirit will be felt on the streets of Cork City over the next two weeks, as almost 2,000 students from 22 schools across the City don the familiar... Read More
12 December 2022 By Tony Forde tony@TheCork.ie Cork City Council recently launched of the Cork City Heritage Urban Orienteering Project. This fantastic project has been developed as a fun outdoor activity that is suitable for all ages. The aim of the orienteering routes is to get people involved with heritage and to raise awareness of... Read More
11 December 2022 By Tony Forde tony@TheCork.ie The Everyman presents: Reggie’s Guide to Social Climbing – 8th – 19th March 2023 – https://everymancork.com/events/reggies-guide-to-social-climbing/ Reggie from the Blackrock Road returns to The Everyman with his brand-new show, Reggie’s Guide to Social Climbing from Wednesday 8th to Sunday 19th March in 2023. Cork’s most beautifully spoken millionaire... Read More
10 December 2022 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie An Taoiseach Micheál Martin visits residents and students at SHARE to wish them a Happy Christmas. SHARE is a local charity that provides housing, social and medical support to the elderly in Cork. It is well known for its annual Christmas fundraising in Cork City Centre when secondary... Read More
10 December 2022 By Tony Forde tony@TheCork.ie A charming ‘fixer-upper’ in a historic part of Cork city is one of four residences requiring an upgrade across Co Cork which are going under the virtual hammer this month. Number 1 Seminary Buildings, Blackpool, is a three-bedroom, end-of-terrace home, located in a quiet residential cul-de-sac. In need... Read More