8 February 2024 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Opening comes as new Aldi opens next door A beloved cornerstone in the Carrigaline community, Barry Collins’ SuperValu Carrigaline officially relaunched its store in recent weeks at the end of January. The renovation project was a collaborative effort, with a focus on supporting local businesses, having partnered with... Read More
7 February 2024 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Mole screening clinic opens in Dundrum and plans to add ten more jobs by next year Rose Clinic, which was founded by renowned oncology specialist, Professor Paul Redmond of Rochestown, Cork has opened its first clinic in Dublin. This follows the recent opening of clinics in Waterford, Carlow,... Read More
7 February 2024 By Roger Kennedy roger@TheCork.ie It’s rarely dull in the Championship and with a handful of former Premier League clubs pushing for a return to the top flight, there’s plenty of interest in the English second tier. Leicester City have been the ones to catch for most of the season but, with the... Read More
6 February 2024 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie For many, the new year can bring mixed emotions, especially for those bereaved. To date in 2024, Aman Cara, the organisation supporting bereaved parents nationwide, has noted an increase to those attending their monthly meetings. Whilst it brings much heartbreak that their services even have to exist, these... Read More
5 February 2023 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie A ban on the sale of disposable vapes is needed on both health and environmental grounds, a Fine Gael TD has said. Deputy Colm Burke, Fine Gael spokesperson for Health, said: “While vaping was initially introduced as a means to wean smokers off cigarettes, the alarming surge in... Read More
5 February 2024 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Imelda May, Frankie Boyle, Ricky Tomlinson, Dan Butler (aka Bulldog from hit TV show Frasier) and local legends Karen Underwood, Chris Kent and Tadhg Hickey are just some of the stars that will grace The Everyman stage in the coming months. Mother of All the Behans starring Imelda... Read More
4 February 2024 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie The Road Safety Authority (RSA) and the County and City Management Association (CCMA) are calling on land-owners to cut their hedgerows before the March 1 deadline, to ensure they are not causing a potentially serious road safety hazard. Properly maintained hedges protect vulnerable road users who are not... Read More
3 February 2024 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie North Cork Fine Gael Cllr. John Paul O’ Shea is encouraging everyone to get involved by registering for An Taisce’s Spring Clean Campaign which will take place over the month of April 2024. Over 400 community and voluntary groups from County Cork register annually to take part in... Read More
2 February 2024 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Actor and playwright, Shane Casey, has been chosen as Cork Person of the Month for January in honour of his unwavering commitment to the arts, education, and community service. Shane Casey embarked on a transformative journey at the age of 21 when he chose to leave behind his... Read More
2 February 2024 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Kevin O’Driscoll, a volunteer who dedicated a life-time of service to working with athletes in Carrigaline, has been honoured with the latest Cork International Hotel Community Spirit Award. Kevin has been an active member of the Carrigaline GAA club for 40 years. During his time with the club,... Read More
2 February 2024 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie An intriguing event led by Cork artist Elinor Rivers, to celebrate World Wetlands Day and St. Brigid’s Day 2024, will be held on Sunday February 4th, in the city’s Glen River Park. The ‘Ordinary Gifts’ World Wetlands Day event is part of the Gleann a’ Phúca project and... Read More
1 February 2024 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie DNG now seeking applications to its nationwide programme from Cork transition year students Leading real estate agency DNG is now offering 500 transition year students the unique chance to experience the exciting world of Irish real estate through its Transition Year Work Programme. Registration for the interactive online... Read More