17 May 2026 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie With a host of new features, expert talks and immersive experiences taking place, Bord Bia Bloom’s landmark 20th year promises five unforgettable days in the Phoenix Park, Dublin. 13 exhibitors and two chefs from Cork are set to participate in this year’s event. Gardening galore! The festival expects to welcome over 100,000... Read More
16 May 2026 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Ballymaloe Festival of Food is taking place this weekend from Friday 15th to Sunday 17th May. Pictured are visiting chefs and food writers including Felicity Cloake, Anna Ansari, Sami Tamimi, Helen Goh and Darina Allen getting ready for a weekend of cooking demonstrations, pop-up dinners, guided walks, talks, workshops and tastings, celebrating the very best... Read More
16 May 2026 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie International Cruise Guests Enjoy Cultural Showcase at Historic Youghal Church Guests travelling aboard the luxury expedition cruise ship Le Lyrial of Ponant were treated to a special private performance at St Mary’s Collegiate Church during the vessel’s recent visit to County Cork. The concert, held on Monday, 11... Read More
16 May 2026 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Cork City Library Action Group has welcomed the progress on the new city library for Cork. The group met today following Cork City Council’s announcement on Monday that the former Counting House complex is to host the new city library, as reported by TheCork.ie earlier this week. Colette... Read More
16 May 2026 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Minister of State with responsibility for Community Development and Charities, Jerry Buttimer TD, has this month launched a new national awareness campaign to highlight how Local Community Development Committees (LCDCs) connect public bodies and communities across Ireland. Local Community Development Committees are established in each local authority area... Read More
15 May 2026 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie An exhibition at University College Cork (UCC) shines a light on the story behind one of Ireland’s most iconic documents, focusing not on its words, but on the people who made its existence possible. Before it could be read aloud, it had to be printed, quietly, urgently, and under... Read More
14 May 2026 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Over 800 pharmaceutical and life sciences professionals attend the “INSPIRE 2026″ conference at Páirc Uí Chaoimh today to address a growing demand for skilled talentin the sector, and explore the future of pharmaceutical manufacturing, digital transformation, and workforce development. The conference programme focused on the future of pharmaceutical manufacturing, digital transformation and... Read More
14 May 2026 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Local Business News Fitzgerald & Partners Chartered Accountants , led by Cormac Fitzgerald FCPA, FCA, is continuing to build its reputation as a trusted advisor to Ireland’s SME sector, drawing on over 26 years’ experience supporting, advising, and guiding business owners. Specialising in strategic business advice, the firm... Read More
14 May 2026 By Roger Kennedy roger@TheCork.ie Before Brexit, buying a used car across the Irish Sea was fairly routine. A private buyer in Cork or Dublin could browse UK listings, find a solid deal, and have the car shipped over with relatively little friction. The numbers often worked in their favour, especially when sterling... Read More
13 May 2026 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie The Metropole Hotel is the sponsor for this year’s event, taking place on May 15th Excitement is building ahead of the Cork Indoor Sports Awards 2026, which will be held at the Metropole Hotel on May 15th. Now in its 63rd year, the awards recognise the achievements of... Read More
13 May 2026 By Valerie Ryan valerie@TheCork.ie With Glanmire continuing to expand and new housing developments planned, the relocation represents a significant investment by AIB in the local area, ensuring the branch remains accessible, visible and central to the community it serves including Glanmire, Little Island and the East Cork area. AIB Glanmire has moved... Read More
13 May 2026 By Valerie Ryan valerie@TheCork.ie The Cork-based Ambassador of Cruise Europe has warned that Cork’s quays will be “permanently blocked” by a fixed LUAS bridge across the River Lee. Captain Michael McCarthy – who previously served as Commercial Manager of the Port of Cork – says alternative options exist for the new light... Read More