8 September 2026 By Valerie Ryan valerie@TheCork.ie A single first-time buyer in Cork now needs to earn €92,092 to buy a typical first home, according to new research from Chill Insurance. That is more than the county’s median income of €46,416, leaving a gap of €45,676 between what people earn and what they need. Cork... Read More
8 September 2026, Tuesday By Mary Bermingham mary@TheCork.ie An award-winning garden created to mark Ireland’s Presidency of the Council of the European Union and the visit of the College of Commissioners to Cork City this summer has been gifted to the people of Cork. The Lord Mayor of Cork, Cllr Damian Boylan, formally accepted the garden, titled “Shared... Read More
7 September 2026 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie The Green Party in Cork have welcomed the publication of proposed 30km/h zones across the city. However, the party criticised the government for a U-turn in changes to the default speed limit in urban areas. The U-turn means there are now “gaps” in the proposed 30km/h zones that... Read More
6 Septembet 2026 By Mary Bermingham mary@TheCork.ie Amend Rent a Room Scheme tax rules to increase the availability of additional rental bedrooms – says Cork based MEP Billy Kelleher “Serious consideration needs to be given to amending the Rent a Room Scheme to reflect the changing market and to incentivise more rooms to be made... Read More
6 September 2026 By Valerie Ryan valerie@TheCork.ie Walk down the personal-care aisle of any supermarket and you will see shelves packed with products promising to keep you fresh throughout the day. But there is an important difference between deodorant and antiperspirant — and many people buy the wrong one simply because they assume they do... Read More
6 September 2026 By Valerie Ryan valerie@TheCork.ie Carragiline lady Aisling Claffey Healion has been nominated for the 2026 Beko & Woman’s Way Mum of the Year Award, becoming the seventh nominee in this year’s for the prestigious awards. Aisling and her partner Martin, welcomed their son Alfie in September 2024 and becoming a mother has... Read More
4 September 2026 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Cork-based Glenmar Shellfish, headquartered in Union Hall, West Cork, has featured in a new national Vodafone Business campaign to mark 25 years of supporting Irish businesses. Glenmar has been a Vodafone Business customer since 2001. Titled ‘25 Years of Business. One Connection Behind It.’, the campaign showcases several... Read More
3 September 2026 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie A 5-Course Tasting Menu, Paired with Moët & Chandon Champagnes, at Rare at The Blue Haven, Kinsale When: September 18th Where: Blue Haven Restaurant, Kinsale Rare at Blue Haven invites guests to a specially created five-course tasting menu from Executive Head Chef Meeran Manzoor, thoughtfully paired with a... Read More
2 September 2026 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Cork Airport has announced PRM Engineering as their official time partner. The first of its kind partnership in Ireland sees the Cork engineering firm become the exclusive brand partner of the airport’s flight information screens. Head of Finance and Property at Cork Airport Peter Walsh said, that the... Read More
2 September 2026 By Roger Kennedy roger@TheCork.ie Ireland’s high humidity and frequent rainfall create unique challenges for beard maintenance. Moisture-saturated air causes frizz, uneven texture, and hygiene issues that require specialized grooming approaches. This guide provides evidence-based strategies for maintaining a healthy, well-groomed beard in Irish weather conditions throughout the year. Understanding Ireland’s Climate Impact... Read More
2 September 2026 By Roger Kennedy roger@TheCork.ie Some games belong to a particular machine or moment. Solitaire has travelled through many of them. It has been dealt on kitchen tables, demonstrated by relatives, included with early home computers and reopened on phones during quiet minutes. In Ireland, many people still recognise the wider family of... Read More
2 September 2026 By Roger Kennedy roger@TheCork.ie No, you don’t need a GP referral for most hair loss treatments in Ireland. Private online clinics offer prescription medications without requiring you to visit your GP first, while HSE-funded treatment typically requires a referral but only covers medical causes of hair loss. Hair loss affects approximately 50%... Read More