What you need to know about the Shamrock Rovers vs KuPS clash + 1xBet.ie special offer for the match

15 August 2026 By Roger Kennedy roger@TheCork.ie The qualifying rounds in the European competitions are approaching their climax. The Conference League play-off round decides who progresses to the league phase, which guarantees every club €3.17 million. Find a preview of the first leg between Shamrock Rovers and Finnish side KuPS in the 1xBet.ie review. Betting... Read More

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13th August, 2026

Five players to watch in Cork Gaelic Football Championship

13 August 2026 By Roger Kennedy roger@TheCork.ie Entertainment The start of the season has shown just how unpredictable this campaign could be. Several favourites have already dropped points, while a number of matches have been decided by standout individual performances. 1xBet.ie highlights five players who made their mark in the opening group fixtures and are... Read More

ENTERTAINMENT, NEWS

12th August, 2026

Bantry Bay Welcomes Final Cruise Ship of 2026

12 August 2026 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie.ie Bantry Bay Port Company welcomed the Insignia as its final cruise ship of 2026 today, 12th August, marking the close of a vibrant season that saw 9 cruise liners call to Bantry Bay. From April to August, these vessels brought more than 6,000 passengers and crew from around... Read More

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

11th August, 2026

Need for more proactive wildfire prevention – Lynch

11 August 2026 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie The National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) should adopt a more proactive approach to the use of controlled burning in the open season as part of Ireland’s wildfire prevention strategy, a Fine Gael Senator has said. Senator Eileen Lynch said following the devastating fires witnessed in recent weeks... Read More

AREA: NORTH CORK, CLIMATE CHANGE / ENVIRONMENT, NEWS

10th August, 2026

Bank of Ireland Rolls Out Enhanced Accessibility Services Across Branch Network in Cork

10 August 2026 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Bank of Ireland has introduced new measures across its branch network to support customers who may need some extra help with their everyday banking needs. As part of recent branch upgrades, 37 branches have received neuro-inclusive accreditation including Ballincollig, Blackpool, Little Island, and Carrigaline. 44 more branches are planned by the end... Read More

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10th August, 2026

How Much Heating Oil Does a House Use Per Year in Ireland?

10 August 2026 By Roger Kennedy roger@TheCork.ie In Ireland, many homes are reliant on home heating oil to stay warm and cosy all year round, and homeowners and potential homeowners often ask questions about how this works. One of the most frequently asked questions is about how much heating oil a home in Ireland is... Read More

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10th August, 2026

Legends Palace Megaways Bonuses That Actually Fit the Reels

10 August 2026 By Roger Kennedy roger@TheCork.ie Entertainment Legends Palace and the Megaways bonuses that shape slot play There have emerged a number of online slot casinos started by the British people in recent times that have slot lobbies which seem to be big in the beginning but are actually very empty once you take... Read More

ENTERTAINMENT, NEWS

9th August, 2026

Cork County Council Invites Applications for 2027 Heritage Conservation Funding

9 August 2026 By Bryan McCarthy bryan@TheCork.ie Minister of State for Nature, Heritage and Biodiversity, Christopher O’Sullivan, TD, has announced funding for three built heritage schemes: the 2027 Built Heritage Investment Scheme (BHIS), Historic Thatched Buildings Stream (HTB) and the Historic Structures Fund (HSF). Cork County Council is encouraging owners and custodians of historic and... Read More

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9th August, 2026

Together at the Castle returns for its sixth successful year

9 August 2026 By Bryan McCarthy bryan@TheCork.ie HSE South West is delighted to announce that the hugely successful ‘Together at the Castle’ mental health and wellbeing day returns to Mallow Castle on Sunday, September 6, 2026 from 1pm to 5pm. The free event aims to foster a sense of community and raise awareness about the... Read More

AREA: NORTH CORK, ENTERTAINMENT, NEWS

9th August, 2026

National Broadband Plan connection now available near Kanturk

9 August 2026 By Bryan McCarthy bryan@TheCork.ie Over 4,100 Cork homes and businesses near Kanturk can now connect to fibre broadband on the NBI network National Broadband Ireland (NBI), the company delivering the new future-proofed, high-speed Fibre-to-the-Home network under the National Broadband Plan (NBP) on behalf of the Government, has announced that Kanturk and the... Read More

AREA: NORTH CORK, BUSINESS, NEWS

9th August, 2026

Best Wholesale THCA Websites in 2026: 7 Brands Worth Partnering With

9 August 2026 By Roger Kennedy roger@TheCork.ie Entertainment If you run a smoke shop, dispensary, or hemp brand, you already know sourcing matters as much as selling. THCA wholesale has grown into one of the most competitive corners of the hemp market, and the difference between a good supplier and a bad one usually comes... Read More

ENTERTAINMENT, NEWS

8th August, 2026

BER: Getting a Building Energy Rating for your home

8 August 2026 By Bryan McCarthy bryan@TheCork.ie What is a Building Energy Rating? A Building Energy Rating (BER) evaluates your home based on how energy efficient it is. You must have a BER if you are selling or renting a property. The rating means prospective buyers or tenants can compare the energy performance of different... Read More

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