20 April 2016 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Speaking during a Dáil debate on health today, Sinn Féin spokesperson for Drugs, Deputy Jonathan O’Brien problems to be dealt with as a health problem rather than a criminal justice one. The Cork North Central TD said; “We have an ever-increasing number of people losing their lives through... Read More
20 April 2016 By Bryan T. Smyth bryan@TheCork.ie A new partnership to drive progress for Cork’s city centre will be formally launched at City Hall, Cork on Thursday 21 April 2016. Spearheaded by Cork City Council and local stakeholders including Cork Chamber, Cork Business Association, An Garda Siochána, Bus Éireann and representatives from hospitality and... Read More
20 April 2016 By Bryan Smyth bryan@TheCork.ie Ballincollig & District Vintage and Classic Car Club ‘s Gougane Barra Run and Memorial Service will now take place on Sunday the 22nd of May, following the postponement of last Sunday’s Run due to the inclement weather. The timetable & route will remain as planned: Starting at Applegreen... Read More
19 April 2016 By Bryan T. Smyth bryan@TheCork.ie Gardaí are investigating a robbery that occurred at a service station in Brooklodge, Glanmire, County Cork yesterday evening, Monday 18th April 2016 at approximately 7.15pm. A lone male arrived at the scene driving a wine coloured Fiat Punto, partial registration 98D. He then entered the premises, in... Read More
19 April 2016 By Bryan T. Smyth bryan@TheCork.ie Fianna Fáil TD for Cork South West, Deputy Margaret Murphy O’Mahony has today called for councils to speed up the turnaround times for social housing units, following a report showing that showed the turnaround time in Cork County is 66 weeks – the highest in the state.... Read More
19 April 2016 By Bryan T. Smyth bryan@TheCork.ie A Brexit or a UK exit from the EU could leave Ireland extremely vulnerable in terms of our transportation fuel supply, according to Seán Kelly MEP (Ireland South). Mr Kelly has said that the new government must recognise the vital importance of indigenous petrol and diesel production... Read More
19 April 2016 By Bryan Smyth bryan@TheCork.ie Chief Executive of the HEA, Tom Boland, has recognized Cork Institute of Technology’s expertise in the field of Student Engagement by selecting CIT as a lead pilot institute in the National Student Engagement Programme. “The student engagement initiatives at CIT have had a tangible impact,” says Mr Boland,... Read More
19 April 2016 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie An Oral Hearing into Indaver’s proposal to develop a €160 million Resource Recovery Centre in Ringaskiddy, Co. Cork, is due to begin at 10.30am today at the Carrigaline Court Hotel. Protestors against the incinerator will voice their concerns outside beforehand, and many will also speak at the hearing... Read More
19 April 2016 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie The 4FM DJ Gareth O’Callaghan – who previously appeared on 2FM – will speak this Friday in Cork. Gareth has been invited to speak in the Church of the Incarnation (RC), Frankfield, Cork at 8pm on Friday, April 22nd. He is a very well-known mental health advocate and... Read More
19 APril 2016 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie A series of events will be held in Cobh from 18th to 24th April to mark the centenary of the 1916 Rising and the role of the Cobh Volunteers and others in the momentous events of 100 years ago. The Cobh 1916 Commemoration Committee will be unveiling a... Read More
19 April 2016 By Bryan T. Smyth bryan@TheCork.ie Three Irish tourism companies, including Joe O’Reilly Ireland Group (based in Blackpool), travelled to France recently, to attend Heavent Meetings. The two-day trade show for the MICE (meetings, incentives, conferences and events) and business travel sector took place at the Palais des Festivals et des Congrès in... Read More
19 April 2016 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Munster-based accountants and auditors, O’Connor Pyne & Co., have been shortlisted for the prestigious Irish Accountancy Awards 2016. The company, which has offices in Cork and Kerry, was selected in the category of Best Medium Practice of the Year among with 4 other practices from various counties. O’Connor... Read More
