30 October 2026 By Mary Bermingham mary@TheCork.ie InterTradeIreland has announced the winners of the Munster regional final of its all-island Seedcorn Investor Readiness Competition, with Pangaea Life Science Solutions, HomeBot and Oscil Tech recognised for the strength of their business propositions and growth potential. As regional winners, the companies now progress to the all-island final... Read More
28 October 2026 By Roger Kennedy roger@TheCork.ie Kiln-dried firewood is a popular choice among homeowners across Ireland. It is easier to light than wet wood, provides more usable heat, and generally produces less smoke. Unlike traditionally seasoned firewood, which dries naturally over time, kiln-dried logs are placed inside a heated chamber where controlled temperatures and... Read More
28 October 2026 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie International Registries, Inc. — administrator of the Republic of the Marshall Islands Registry, carrying 6,819 vessels and 227 million gross tons — makes Cork its Irish home and backs the city’s bid to become Ireland’s maritime commerce capital International Registries, Inc. and its affiliates (IRI), the company that... Read More
28 October 2026 By Mary Bermingham mary@TheCork.ie Partnership will support the future growth and sustainability of Cork city centre retail Cork Business Association (CBA) is delighted to announce Kilkenny Design as its new Retail Pillar Partner, strengthening a shared commitment to supporting, championing and growing retail in Cork city centre. Retail is at the beating... Read More
27 October 2026 By Mary Bermingham mary@TheCork.ie New partnership brings locally roasted Velo coffee and leading commercial coffee equipment together under one roof Cork-based Velo Coffee Roasters has announced a new partnership with commercial beverage equipment specialist Liquidline, with the opening of a dedicated Liquidline showroom within Velo Coffee Roasters in Cork. The partnership brings... Read More
26 October 2026 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie The new store features Lidl Ireland’s milestone 200th self service checkout as Lisa Jordan will cut the ribbon to officially open the store in the city on Thursday 29th October Lidl Ireland has confirmed it will open the doors to its new state-of-the-art city centre store at Merchants... Read More
22 October 2026 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Carrigaline is County Cork’s largest town McDonald’s has today opened its newest restaurant in Carrigaline, Co Cork, following an investment of more than €6.6 million. The new restaurant created 80 jobs in the local community, providing a mix of full-time and part-time crew member positions, alongside opportunities in mid and senior management. The opening marks a further investment in Cork by McDonald’s franchisee Jim Ronayne, who also operates several McDonald’s restaurants across Cork and Tipperary. Jim Ronayne said: “We’re delighted to open our doors in Carrigaline and welcome our first customers. A lot of work has gone into bringing this restaurant to life, and it’s great to see it open and ready to serve the local community. The investment has also created 80 jobs, giving people in the area the opportunity to join our team and build their careers with us. I’ve worked with McDonald’s for more than 20 years, and I’m looking forward to making this restaurant a part of the Carrigaline community.” Ronayne was joined by local GAA star Brian Hayes and some crew members who cut the ribbon and welcomed the community to the new restaurant. The new 330-square-metre restaurant features a dual-lane Drive-Thru, 30 car parking spaces, bicycle parking, electric vehicle charging facilities and an outdoor seating area. The restaurant will trade seven days a week, with a 24-hour Drive-Thru and McDelivery service. Indoor seating is available from 7am to 11pm. The opening of the Carrigaline restaurant brings the total number of McDonald’s restaurants in the Republic of Ireland to 99. Every McDonald’s restaurant in Ireland is owned and operated by one of 18 local franchisees, who collectively employ more than 7,500 people nationwide.
21 October 2026 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Only 18 childminders in Cork City and County are registered with Tusla, Cork North Central TD Ken O’Flynn has revealed, meaning families who use any other childminder in Cork cannot get the National Childcare Scheme subsidy. Figures provided by the Minister for Children, Disability and Equality in reply... Read More
18 October 2026 By Valerie Ryan valerie@TheCork.ie More than 130 healthcare professionals from across Munster recently came together in Cork to discuss changing patient needs, emerging clinical challenges and the growing pressures facing general practice. Mater Private Network Cork’s GP Study Day brought together doctors from Cork, Waterford, Limerick and Tipperary with medical specialists for... Read More
16 October 2026 By Mary Bermingham mary@TheCork.ie Where: Above Tesco Cork hurling legend Patrick Horgan was on hand today to officially open Decathlon’s much-anticipated new store at Douglas Village Shopping Centre, marking a major milestone for the global sports retailer as it opens its first location in Cork. The former Cork hurler joined representatives from... Read More
15 October 2026 By Mary Bermingham mary@TheCork.ie Legal News Mitchelstown native and Dublin-based barrister John Moher SC has been appointed Senior Counsel, one of the highest professional distinctions at The Bar of Ireland. He was formally called to the Inner Bar at a ceremony in the Four Courts recently. John is also a member of... Read More
14 October 2026 By Valerie Ryan valerie@TheCork.ie Tom McGrath, Head of Commercial at Glenilen Farm in West Cork, has been selected as one of four agri leaders to receive a prestigious Nuffield Ireland Scholarship which will commence in 2027. Nuffield Ireland’s mission is to discover, inspire and support people to develop their capacity, character and... Read More