19 October 2024 By Bryan McCarthy bryan@TheCork.ie Draft Integrated Urban Strategy Consultation Events take place on Wed 23rd and Thurs 24th October 4-7pm at the Firkin Crane. Everybody welcome. Cork City Council and their project partners AtkinsRéalis, John McLaughlin Architects and the Shandon Community are developing an ambitious heritage led Integrated Urban Strategy (IUS) for... Read More
19 October 2024 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Sinn Féin TD for Cork North Central, Thomas ‘Tommy’ Gould, has today thanked the doctors, nurses and staff at the Mercy Hospital who have cared for him so well as he underwent a planned procedure. The Northside TD said “I went into the hospital on Wednesday for a... Read More
18 October 2024 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Business News The Kinsale and District Lions Club hosted a business conference today at the Kinsale Hotel and Spa. The event attracted an array of attendees from across the business, community, agricultural, fishing, emergency services, SME sectors, alongside local groups and organisations , who gathered to hear from... Read More
18 October 2024 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Minister Lawless announces funding allocation of over €4.2 million to support sustainability projects at Shannon and Cork Airports Minister of State at the Department of Transport, James Lawless, has today announced funding allocations totalling over €4.2m to support Shannon and Cork Regional State airports in 2024. His announcement... Read More
18 October 2024 By Mary Bermingham mary@TheCork.ie As the winter months draw near and the nights grow longer, Cork City Council and Cork Business Association (CBA) have announced a ‘Leave a Light On’ Campaign, an initiative aimed at enhancing safety and fostering a sense of community in the city centre. The campaign, part of Cork City... Read More
18 October 2024 By Roger Kennedy roger@TheCork.ie Entertainment The Irish government’s Gambling Regulation Bill has been making its slow journey to becoming law since its introduction in late 2022. The draft recently had an amendment added by Toiseach Simon Harris, causing controversy among senators. The amendment altered the language to allow online operators to continue... Read More
17 October 2024 By Bryan McCarthy bryan@TheCork.ie Fender Stratocaster secured for National Museum of Ireland with support from Live Nation Gaiety Ltd Following the sale today at auction in London of Rory Gallagher’s Fender Stratocaster, Catherine Martin, Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media, expressed her appreciation of the special effort made to... Read More
17 October 2024 By Bryan McCarthy bryan@TheCork.ie SuperValu and Centra stores in Cork have announced the return of over 18 million eligible single-use containers through the Deposit Return Scheme (DRS). Since the scheme’s launch in February, SuperValu and Centra stores nationwide have achieved a total of 125 million returned containers within its first eight months,... Read More
17 October 2024 By Roger Kennedy roger@TheCork.ie Entertainment Ireland has long been associated with luck and good fortune, and this cultural affinity has translated into a thriving gambling industry. From traditional betting shops to modern online platforms, gambling has become deeply ingrained in Irish society. But how does Ireland’s gambling sector stack up against the... 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
15 October 2024 By Bryan McCarthy bryan@TheCork.ie Festival takes place Thursday 7th to Sunday 17th November; Gala Tickets on sale now Cork International Film Festival (CIFF) has announced that its 69th edition will take place across Cork city and county from Thursday 7th to Sunday 17th November. The Festival has also announced its Opening and Irish Galas; Conclave on Thursday, 7th November and Blue Road:... 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