20 May 2026 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Q. What is the quickest way to renew my passport? A The Passport Service processes Passport Online applications as a priority. Applying online is the fastest way of getting your passport. Simple online renewals take around 10 working days to process. Complex online renewals take around 15 working... Read More
20 May 2026 By Valerie Ryan valerie@TheCork.ie The Diocese of Cork and Ross has launched a series of events to honour centenary anniversary of one of the city’s longest-running traditions This year marks the 100th year since the first Eucharistic Procession took place through the streets of Cork City – one of the longest-running traditions... Read More
19 May 2026 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie The Port of Cork Company has announced a significant milestone with the addition of Cork as a port of call on CMA CGM’s Panama Direct transatlantic service. This new partnership with the global French shipping and logistics leader marks a major enhancement in Ireland’s international shipping connectivity. The... Read More
18 May 2026 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Earlier this month Cork County Council signed the contract for consultancy services for the design of the N25 Midleton to Youghal Transport Project marking a key milestone in the delivery of the nationally significant infrastructure project. The €6.8 million contract with AECOM Ireland Limited and Roughan and O’Donovan... Read More
18 May 2026 By Roger Kennedy roger@TheCork.ie The main tournament of the year, featuring 48 teams, kicks off this June. The best Premier League players will lead their national teams in the fight for the prestigious trophy and treat fans to some spectacular football. Especially for you, 1xBet Ireland has made a list of Premier... Read More
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