3 November 2024 By Mary Bermingham mary@TheCork.ie Labour’s candidate for Cork South West, Evie Nevin, has called for urgent reform in the childcare sector following Labour’s launch of a comprehensive plan to introduce a publicly provided childcare system. Across Ireland, parents are struggling to access affordable, reliable childcare, and Labour’s proposal seeks to address this... Read More
2 November 2024 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie The dermatology department in the South Infirmary Victoria University Hospital (SIVUH) Cork came away with the top prizes at the recent autumn meeting of the all-island Irish Association of Dermatologists. Dr Brian Nolan and Dr Fiona Sexton were awarded first and second places in the prestigious Rogers Plate.... Read More
1 November 2024 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Penny Dinners provides meals and services to those in need One of Cork’s oldest charities have welcomed a donation of €10,000 from PepsiCo Ireland. PepsiCo is markeing 50 years in Cork, one of the company’s “50for50 campaign” activities encouraged employees to address Cork Penny Dinners’ appeal for back-to-school... Read More
29 October 2024 By Roger Kennedy roger@TheCork.ie As winter sets in, many of us may notice the impact of shorter days and colder weather on our mental well-being. While some experience a natural shift in mood and energy, for others, winter can contribute to feelings of isolation, lethargy, or low mood. However, with the right... Read More
23 October 2024 By Roger Kennedy roger@TheCork.ie Teeth whitening is one of the most popular cosmetic dental treatments, and Dublin is no exception when it comes to the demand for a brighter, more confident smile. With many clinics offering a range of teeth whitening options, it can be overwhelming to choose the best one. This... Read More
15 October 2024 By Roger Kennedy roger@TheCork.ie As Cork’s population continues to age, there has been a noticeable rise in the demand for home care services. With more people preferring to remain in their homes rather than move to institutionalised care facilities, the need for personalised, in-home support has skyrocketed. Today, we will explore the... Read More
5 October 2024 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie
4 October 2024 By Bryan McCarthy bryan@TheCork.ie HSE Cork Kerry Community Healthcare proudly launches ‘Together at the Hall’, a free mental health and wellbeing community event, coming to Atkins Hall, Dunmanway from 4-6 October. As part of the month-long West Cork Feel Good Festival, ‘Together at the Hall’ will feature an exciting series of events... Read More
3 October 2024 By Bryan McCarthy bryan@TheCork.ie Learn more about the 2024 recipients at www.coca-cola.com/ie/en/social/tyf The Coca-Cola Company and its strategic bottling partner Coca-Cola HBC Ireland and Northern Ireland have announced the 18 non-profit organisations from across the island of Ireland that have received a share of this year’s Coca-Cola Thank You Fund. A total... Read More
1 October 2024 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Visit https://joinus.focusireland.ie/event/shine-a-light/ to sign up Focus Ireland is calling on Cork business leaders to unite to help end the nation’s homelessness crisis by sleeping out for Shine a Light on October 11. The charity issued an open letter signed by Pat Dennigan, Focus Ireland CEO, and supported by... Read More
29 September 2024 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Fianna Fail TD James O’Connor has criticised Uisce Eireann over its failure to provide quality water supply services to Ballyhooly residents. The Cork East TD told the Public Accounts Committee that householders in Ballyhooly near Fermoy in north Cork are facing daily problems with water supply due to... Read More
24 September 2024 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Clonakilty’s Dunmore House Hotel has been given the stamp of approval for sustainability after earning a prestigious Gold Award l after the hotel’s ‘Green Team’ worked to reduce their negative environmental impact. The landmark West Cork hotel is part of 50 Shades Greener, a national environmental programme run... Read More