3 October 2020 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Arthritis Ireland has announced the appointment of Tim O’Sullivan from Dungourney as its new chairman. He replaces Seoirse Smith who leaves the board after 10 years, including three as chair. Mr O’Sullivan is also chair of the Cork branch of Arthritis Ireland and was diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis... Read More
3 October 2020 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Cork North Central TD, Colm Burke, has been appointed by An Tánaiste and Leader of Fine Gael, Leo Varadkar as Fine Gael Spokesperson for Health. Deputy Burke said: ‘’It is an honour and a privilege to be appointed as Fine Gael Spokesperson for Health. ‘’This is an area... Read More
2 October 2020 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Median asking price for a property in the county up to €250,000 Latest survey shows asking prices nationally rose by 5.2% in Q3 Property prices in Cork have gone up by €5,000 during the quarter, according to the latest MyHome.ie Property Report in association with Davy. The report... Read More
2 October 2020 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Cork City return to home league action this weekend, as they welcome St. Patrick’s Athletic to Turner’s Cross on Saturday. For the first time since the restart, City will welcome a limited number of spectators back to the Cross, after a select number of season tickets holders won... Read More
2 October 2020 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Today, See Change, Ireland’s organisation dedicated to ending mental health stigma, hosted a launch photocall for their Eight Annual Green Ribbon Campaign. Lord Mayor of Cork Cllr Joe Kavanagh along with Acting Head of Service for Mental Health CKCH. Kevin Morrison, Resource Officer for Suicide Prevention Martin Ryan,... Read More
2 October 2020 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie The Blue Star Programme teaches primary school pupils about Ethe EU through creative activities and projects which complement the national primary curriculum Schools in Cork, and nationwide, now have just one week left to register to partake in the Blue Star Programme this year. Since the first... Read More
2 October 2020 By Mary Bermingham mary@TheCork.ie Paradyn (with offices in Little Island, Cork and Sandyford, Dunlin 18) has implemented “an advanced cybersecurity and network solution” for Cork County Council in a €500,000 deal over the next three years. Having won a competitive tender process, Paradyn will provide security operation centre (SOC) as-a-service and network... Read More
2 October 2020 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Gardaí now believe that the fire may have been started intentionally Gardaí in Skibbereen and Clonakilty investigating a fire that occurred in a former Convent in Skibbereen, West Cork on Tuesday 29th September 2020 are renewing their appeal for witnesses. Shortly after 4pm, Gardaí were alerted to a... Read More
2 October 2020 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie A visual and visceral feast for the senses awaits fans of traditional and folk music as the best of the annual Cork Folk Festival is transposed to our screens in a new six-part series captured in some of Cork’s most iconic venues. Produced by Aniar TV, ‘Cork Folk... Read More
1 October 2020 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Action is needed on the Aviation Recovery Taskforce Report to ensure we have strong regional airports post-Covid. This is according to Ireland South MEP Deirdre Clune who said it should be a consideration that certain routes at airports such as Cork are subsidised to ensure they survive in... Read More
1 October 2020 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie As Cork-based recruitment consultancy, Euro Executive celebrates five years in business, the company reflects on its foundation in 2015 and anticipates a period of growth over the coming years, despite the current economic climate With its office on Pouladuff Road, Euro Executive recruits permanent, temporary and contract solutions... Read More
1 October 2020 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie In 2019, the Garda Commissioner announced that Macroom Garda station would be changed from a District Station to a Divisional Headquarters. Although, the land for the new Garda Station was purchased five years ago, there is no visible progress to date. Raising the matter in the Dáil last... Read More