New website SeanadVoter.ie launched as state prepares to all ALL Degree holders vote for Upper House

21 December 2024 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie The new rules for electing the six university Senators that will apply after the next General Election have move a step closer as registration opens for the new Higher Education constituency. The current arrangements, whereby three Senators are elected by graduates of NUI and three by graduates of... Read More

AREA: CORK CITY, AREA: SOUTH CORK, NEWS, POLITICS

21st December, 2024

REMOTE WEST CORK: Fibre Broadband coming Bere Island and Dursey Island

21 December 2024 By Mary Bermingham mary@TheCork.ie National Broadband Ireland (NBI), the company rolling out the National Broadband Plan (NBP) has announced that residents on Bere and Dursey Islands off the coast of Co Cork can place an order for high-speed fibre broadband, with connections set to go live in late summer next year. In... Read More

AREA: WEST CORK, BUSINESS, CLIMATE CHANGE / ENVIRONMENT, ENTERTAINMENT, NEWS

20th December, 2024

Cork Airport’s ski services take off this Saturday

20 December 2024 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie It’s time to “get your skis on” as Cork Airport’s scheduled ski services will take off on Saturday, December 21. With direct, scheduled Aer Lingus services to Lyon, Munich, and charter service to Salzburg* all featuring in this year’s winter schedule, Cork Airport will provide the best access... Read More

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20th December, 2024

Two unique views of Cork city presented to Lord Mayor by Crawford Art Gallery

20 December 2024 By Mary Bermingham mary@TheCork.ie It’s a longstanding annual tradition that each new Lord Mayor of Cork is given the opportunity to select artwork from Crawford Art Gallery’s collection, and is presented with a high quality reproductions of the works for display in the Lord Mayor’s Chambers at City Hall. In recent weeks... Read More

AREA: CORK CITY, ENTERTAINMENT, NEWS, POLITICS

19th December, 2024

Cork City’s Best Christmas Window Displays Announced

19 December 2024 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Cork Business Association’s Best Christmas Window Display competition Pinocchio’s toy shop on Paul St, has been named as the overall winner of the inaugural Cork City Christmas Display Competition. Well known in Cork city, the shop window is an attraction all year round but particularly at Christmas time.... Read More

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19th December, 2024

Everyman Panto ‘Red Riding Hood’ runs ’til 12th Jan 2025

19 December 2024 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie The Everyman’s Christmas Pantomime – Red Riding Hood Red Riding Hood, this year’s traditional pantomime at The Everyman, has opened to enthusiastic audiences. This enchanting show is a delight and a treat for audiences of all ages. Tickets: https://everymancork.com/events/red-riding-hood/ Join Red, her best friend Pip, and the ever-spirited Granny, as they embark... Read More

AREA: CORK CITY, EDUCATION, ENTERTAINMENT, NEWS

18th December, 2024

EAST CORK: You can now walk to Youghal, as the final element of the greenway has opened

18 December 2024 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Full Midleton Youghal Greenway to Open to Cyclists and Walkers Cork County Council has announced that the second and final phase of the Midleton Youghal Greenway will open to the public on Thursday, the 19th of December. The new section which extends from Mogeely through Killeagh to Youghal... Read More

AREA: EAST CORK, HEALTH, NEWS, SPORT

18th December, 2024

JOBS: ESB Customer Service in Wilton, Cork

18 December 2024 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie ESB Networks has announced that they are recruiting both part time and full time Customer Service Advisors for roles based in the Networks Customer Contact Centre and the Scheduling Support Centre based in Wilton, Cork. ESB Networks Customer Contact Centre is the principle point of contact for over... Read More

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18th December, 2024

Civic reception in honour of Ballincollig Tidy Towns

18 December 2024 By Mary Bermingham mary@TheCork.ie Lord Mayor of Cork, Councillor Dan Boyle hosted a civic reception in honour of Ballincollig Tidy Towns last evening (Tuesday December 17) to celebrate Ballincollig being named as the overall winner of this year’s SuperValu Tidy Towns Competition. Ballincollig was also named Ireland’s Tidiest Large Urban Centre 2024... Read More

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18th December, 2024

Ballymaloe Vodka Cranberry sauce back by popular demand for festive season

18 December 2024 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Ballymaloe Foods has renewed its collaboration with iStil 38 Premium Irish Vodka for Christmas, in a year that saw the drink named ‘World’s Best Neutral Vodka’ at the World Drink Awards in March. It’s the second year in a row that the two Irish companies have joined forces.... Read More

AREA: EAST CORK, BUSINESS, ENTERTAINMENT, NEWS

18th December, 2024

Memorial Cards: Comfort, Connection and Commemoration for Irish Families at Christmas

18 December 2024 By Roger Kennedy roger@TheCork.ie Christmas is a time of joy and celebration for most people, however for many of us, it is also a time of poignancy and reflection. Although grief can strike or re-surface at any time, the festive period can make such feelings all the more pronounced. The spirit of... Read More

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18th December, 2024

Your Trusted Source for Shipping Containers for Sale in Ireland

18 December 2024 By Roger Kennedy roger@TheCork.ie When it comes to finding high-quality and reliable shipping containers in Ireland, Titan Containers stands out as a top provider. Whether you’re looking for storage solutions, a portable workspace, or shipping options for goods, Titan Containers offers a wide selection of containers for sale. Known for their durability,... Read More

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