26 October 2024 By Mary Bermingham mary@TheCork.ie Labour candidate for Cork South West, Evie Nevin, is calling for the establishment of a special school in West Cork to meet the growing educational needs of neurodivergent children in the region. This follows the announcement of five new special schools across the country, including one in Cork.... Read More
26 October 2024 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Sinn Féin TD for Cork South-Central, Donnchadh Ó Laoghaire has said that the worsening shortage of teachers highlights how badly the government has failed on education and housing. A survey of primary and secondary schools published by the Irish National Teachers’ Organisation (INTO), Irish Primary Principals’ Network and... Read More
25 October 2024 By Bryan McCarthy bryan@TheCork.ie Leabharlann Oileán Chléire (Cape Clear Library) was been this month officially reopened by Mayor of the County of Cork, Cllr. Joe Carroll and Chief Executive of Cork County Council, Moira Murrell. The library, originally founded in 1978 in The Halla Glas, South Harbour, has played a pivotal role... Read More
24 October 2024 By Bryan McCarthy bryan@TheCork.ie Cork County Council has acquired a linen handkerchief, which was in Michael Collins’ pocket at the time of his death, for permanent display at Michael Collins House Museum, Clonakilty. The handkerchief was gifted by Michael Collins’ brother Seán to General Seán MacMahon, then Quarter Master General of the... Read More
21 October 2024 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Housing, living costs, and working conditions – are making teaching less attractive as a career The Irish National Teachers’ Organisation (INTO), in partnership with the Irish Primary Principals’ Network (IPPN) and the Catholic Primary Schools Management Association (CPSMA), has today released the results of an extensive survey, which... Read More
16 October 2024 By Bryan McCarthy bryan@TheCork.ie A new book delving into the fascinating history of Bishopstown is set to captivate local residents and history buffs alike. “Bishopstown Times & Tales,” by Pat Callanan, offers a captivating journey through the area’s past, from its ancient origins to modern times. The book is a treasure trove... Read More
13 October 2024 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Clonakilty Flax Celebration – Threads of Time – Saturday 19th October Dúchas Clonakilty Heritage is hosting a daylong celebration of Flax at the local Parochial Hall P85 XC64 on Saturday October 19th from 10am – 5pm. The day will include interactive talks, flax displays, sharing Flax stories, and... Read More
12 October 2024 By Bryan McCarthy bryan@TheCork.ie Dermot Lucey, a dedicated historian and educator whose profound contributions have enriched the cultural fabric of Ballincollig and its surrounding areas for over four decades, has been named Cork Person of the Month for September in recognition of the lasting impact of his work. Dermot Lucey, the Secretary... Read More
12 October 2024 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Academic Dr Fiona Boyle, Head of Department of STEM and Director of the REEdI (Rethinking Engineering Education in Ireland) project, has been awarded the prestigious title of Principal Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (HEA), Advance HE. Dr Boyle is MTU’s first recipient of this distinguished recognition and... Read More
11 October 2024 By Bryan McCarthy bryan@TheCork.ie Cork County Council has officially opened a new “School Zone” at Scoil Bhríde in Crosshaven as part of the national Safe Routes to School (SRTS) programme, improving safety and accessibility for students walking to school. Scoil Bhríde, a Presentation Convent Primary School in Crosshaven, has 230 students and... Read More
10 October 2024 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Full Review into Core Funding needed as number of childcare providers signed up falls again – Donnchadh Ó Laoghaire TD Sinn Féin TD for Cork South-Central, Donnchadh Ó Laoghaire, has called for a full review into core funding, given the decline in the number of childcare providers signed... Read More