6 November 2024 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie “The National Learning Network (NLN) at Model Farm Road in Cork recently hosted a vibrant Neurodiversity Celebration Day, shining a joyful spotlight on inclusivity and support for all learners. This memorable event featured inspiring presentations from ASIAM, ADHD Ireland, and AbilityWise, organisations known for championing neurodiverse communities. Through... Read More
6 November 2024 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Cork Sports Partnership are delighted to announce that funding has been secured through the Sport Ireland Dormant Account Fund for the development of a Community Sports Hub for Kinsale and surrounding areas. The fund will ensure a commitment of nearly €260,000 over five years for the development of... Read More
6 November 2024 By Mary Bermingham mary@TheCork.ie FG Cllr calls for Office of Public Works (OPW) to fund new stage of project Sustained funding for Doneraile House and Court is essential to safeguard its growth and future, a Fine Gael General Election Candidate has said. Councillor John Paul O’Shea, Fine Gael General Election Candidate for... Read More
5 November 2024 By Roger Kennedy roger@TheCork.ie Melanotan-2 (MT-2) is a synthetic peptide that has garnered significant interest due to its unique potential to mimic the biological activities of alpha-melanocyte-stimulating hormone (α-MSH). This peptide, a melanocortin receptor agonist, has been synthesized as part of ongoing investigations into bioactive peptides and their potential impacts across a... Read More
5 November 2024 By Mary Bermingham mary@TheCork.ie Tesco Ireland has announced plans to create almost 1,200 temporary festive roles across its Superstores and Extra stores nationwide with 82 jobs in Cork. These roles are designed to offer flexible hours, a variety of shift options, and competitive benefits from day one, making them attractive for those... Read More
5 November 2024 By Roger Kennedy roger@TheCork.ie Entertainment It may come as a shock to some, but many popular TV programs and films have their origins in the video game industry. The best of the game’s plot, characters, and environment have been borrowed and transposed by creators to the space of our television and movie... Read More
5 November 2024 By Roger Kennedy roger@TheCork.ie Entertainment Video games are no longer just fun for kids, but are cinematic experiences that are sometimes even better than a movie. Some people now consume video game stories that engage them through engaging choices, well-developed characters, and an emotional plot. But why do video games make such... Read More
4 November 2024 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Type in your eircode, and it will let you know An Coimisiún Toghcháin, Ireland’s independent electoral commission has today launched a new online tool for voters to find their constituency for the forthcoming general election. The online map available at www.electoralcommission.ie/what-constituency-am-i-in/ allows users to enter their Eircode or... Read More
4 November 2024 By Mary Bermingham mary@TheCork.ie 152 years old and still caring for the people of Cork Cllr Peter Horgan, Deputy Lord Mayor of Cork, officially launched the St Luke’s Charity & Home’s Annual Corporate Lunch Fundraiser recently. Taking place on Wednesday 6 November, St Luke’s Home & Charity looks forward to welcoming its... Read More
4 November 2024 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Since COVID we have all taken steps towards a cashless society. Regardless of what you think about this, the reality is if you are running a business you must now move with the times. Even my Dentist – who is very old-school – now accepts cards! Getting a... Read More
4 November 2024 By Mary Bermingham mary@TheCork.ie View the video here https://youtube.com/shorts/sjlzraagBEM?si=m86NciNKmmVmj8Eh There are 65 lighthouses operated by Irish Lights dotted around Ireland in beautiful coastal locations. As their function in lighting our coasts is automated, many are now being regenerated as heritage buildings with a tourism focus – some are visitor attractions, while others... Read More
3 November 2024 By Mary Bermingham mary@TheCork.ie Labour’s candidate for Cork South West, Evie Nevin, has called for urgent reform in the childcare sector following Labour’s launch of a comprehensive plan to introduce a publicly provided childcare system. Across Ireland, parents are struggling to access affordable, reliable childcare, and Labour’s proposal seeks to address this... Read More