3 July 2025 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie The National Coarse Fishing Federation of Ireland (NCFFI) successfully bid for and has been awarded the honour of hosting the 44th edition of the FIPSed World Championship Coarse Fishing for Clubs by the International Federation of Sport Freshwater Fishing (FIPSed). The event will be hosted in partnership with... Read More
27 June 2025 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Tánaiste appoints Deputy Colm Burke as first ever Fine Gael Cork spokesperson Tánaiste and Fine Gael leader, Simon Harris, has appointed Deputy Colm Burke as the party’s first ever spokesperson for Cork. Making the announcement during a visit to Cork, the Tánaiste said: “I’m delighted to appoint my... Read More
26 June 2025 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie New figures from the National Transport Authority (NTA) reveal that Cork has still not recovered their pre-COVID taxi driver numbers, as it experienced a 4% drop since 2019. The figures show that despite Ireland’s population growing by 8.5% from 2019 to 2024 and inbound tourism numbers rising by 5% from 2023 to 2024,... Read More
“Passport and citizenship system wide open to weaponisation by those who wish us harm.” says Cork TD
25 June 2025 By Valerie Ryan valerie@TheCork.ie Politics Independent Ireland TD Ken O’Flynn has said the state’s commitment to ensure that a robust policy on countering potential national security deficits is in place cannot be subjected to the whims of political correctness or any other political sensitivities that could expose the state and its citizens... Read More
25 June 2025 By Mary Bermingham mary@TheCork.ie A new study has revealed that Cork is the third most sustainable place to live in Ireland. The research, carried out Calor Gas, Ireland’s leading LPG supplier analysed key sustainability indicators across all 26 counties — including forest coverage, air quality, EV infrastructure, the number of A-rated homes, solar panel installations, and the number... Read More
23 June 2025 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Over today and tomorrow over 7,500 people will be granted Irish citizenship at the INEC Killarney. Applicants from over 143 countries and across all 32 counties on the island will make a declaration of fidelity and loyalty to the State and become Irish citizens. Over seven ceremonies held... Read More
22 June 2025 By Valerie Ryan valerie@TheCork.ie A Cork player has secured €194,616 after matching 5 numbers and the bonus in last night’s (21st June) main Lotto draw. The winning Quick Pick ticket was purchased on the day of the draw from Circle K Blarney, Tower Filling Station, Tower, Blarney, Co. Cork. The winning numbers... Read More
22 June 2025 By Bryan McCarthy bryan@TheCork.ie Gardaí are appealing for witnesses following a fatal single-vehicle road traffic collision near Milford, Co. Cork yesterday, Saturday 21st June, 2025. Gardaí were alerted to a motorcyclist found unresponsive this morning on the R515 at Coolnagour between Milford and Dromcolliher, Co. Limerick. The motorcyclist, a male in his... Read More
22 June 2025 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Unwind and De-stress with Outdoor Yoga in the Scenic Annes Grove Gardens The Office of Public Works (OPW) is delighted to announce the return of Outdoor Yoga to Annes Grove Gardens, Co. Cork. Participants are invited to join Christine every Sunday morning in June, July, and August at... Read More
20 June 2025 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie In 2024 Cork County Council announced the development of a comprehensive guide to commemorative events across County Cork from 2025 to 2040 and the next phase is now underway. With over 400 events already identified by consultants and submitted by the public, this ambitious project will serve as... Read More
19 June 2025 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Cork County Council has unveiled a new toolkit for planning and organising festivals and events, designed to help communities deliver memorable and successful celebrations with confidence. The toolkit is a one-stop guide for festival and event organisers, covering everything from licensing and safety to sustainability, marketing and funding... Read More
18 June 2025 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Two of Cork and Munster’s best-known motor retailers – Cavanaghs of Charleville and the Kearys Motor Group – have opened their doors as BYD dealers on foot of their recent appointment by Motor Distributors Limited (MDL) to represent the New Energy Vehicle (NEV) brand in Ireland. Joining other... Read More