17 December 2024 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Politics: Independent Ireland Leader, Deputy Michael Collins , “Blasts State Over River Allow Pollution Crisis” Independent Ireland Leader Michael Collins TD has condemned the State’s failure to protect Ireland’s waterways following the devastating chemical spill into the River Allow, which resulted in the destruction of an 8km stretch... Read More
17 December 2024 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Earlier this month Cobh Library acquired a rare and historically significant Ordnance Survey of Ireland map of the Lower Harbour of Cork, generously donated by Diarmuid Kilcullen the grandson of Cobh barrister Francis J Healy (b.1869–d.1931). The map, which is based on the Ordnance Survey of 1897, showcases... Read More
17 December 2024 By Roger Kennedy roger@TheCork.ie For years now, Ireland’s National Broadband Scheme has been spreading across the nation. As it goes, it has been delivering better quality internet to rural areas, so they don’t fall behind Ireland’s urban centres. In 2025, three of Cork’s even more isolated communities will get the same treatment.... Read More
16 December 2024 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Cork County Council’s Creative Communities Programme Fund 2025 is now open for applications. This year’s programme will focus on new and ambitious projects that establish cultural and creative activities in communities across Cork County. The fund assists projects that improve the quality of life and wellbeing in the... Read More
15 December 2024 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Earlier this month Cobh Ramblers FC announced the grand opening of its new official retail shop located at 16 Roger casement Square Cobh P24 XC99, a milestone in the club’s continued growth and connection with fans and the community. The shop opened its doors today Wednesday, December 4,... Read More
14 December 2024 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie As the RNLI comes to the end of its milestone 200th year, the charity is launching its annual Christmas fundraising appeal, with a focus on the volunteer crew members who are preparing to spend Christmas on call. On average, RNLI lifeboats launch over 100 times during the Christmas... Read More
13 December 2024 By Tom Colling tom@TheCork.ie Cork’s Iconic SHARE Crib to Light Up St. Patrick Street True Christmas spirit will be felt on the streets of Cork city over the next two weeks, as almost 2,000 students from 22 schools across the city and county don the familiar yellow jackets and rally the troops... Read More
13 December 2024 By Tom Collins tom@TheCOrk.ie Now in its 22nd year the Tree has raised over €1m for local charities – “Behind every ribbon, there’s a deeply personal story” Organisers of Cork City’s Rotary Tree of Remembrance are inviting members of the public to drop into Patrick Street and remember their loved ones at... Read More
13 December 2024 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie The Mayor of the County of Cork, Cllr Joe Carroll is encouraging community groups to apply for funding to deliver climate action projects in their local area. Cork County Council has announced a supplementary call for applications for the Community Climate Action Programme. It provides targeted support to... Read More
12 December 2024 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Blackwater Motor Group are running their food drive appeal in support of Cork’s oldest charity, Cork Penny Dinners across their dealerships in Cork. This year marks the 4th year of the food drive from the Motor Group, who have set up drop off points in their dealerships for... Read More
12 December 2024 By Roger Kennedy roger@TheCork.ie Entertainment World of Warcraft is a game rich with exploration, challenging encounters, and countless opportunities to forge your own adventure. However, the leveling process can often feel like a roadblock, especially for those who want to dive straight into the game’s thrilling endgame content or compete at the... Read More
12 December 2024 By Roger Kennedy roger@TheCork.ie Health As winter approaches, it brings along shorter days, colder weather, and an increased likelihood of catching seasonal bugs like colds and flu. While the immune system works tirelessly year-round to protect us from infections, the challenges of winter mean it might need a little extra support. Fortunately,... Read More