5 May 2020 By Bryan Smyth bryan@TheCork.ie ‘Airtastic’ in Little Island has a 12 lane bowling alley, indoor 18 hole mini-golf course, amusement arcades, and more. Unfortunately, it’s currently closed during the COVID19 lockdown, but it’s planning a grand reopening and is running a competition to win vouchers When we last mentioned Airtastic in October... Read More
5 May 2020 By Bryan Smyth bryan@TheCork.ie In an effort to get everything they need in one go and cater for all the additional meals and snacks eaten at home, shoppers are adding an extra four items to their baskets each visit, increasing their monthly grocery bill by €118 on average. New figures published today... Read More
5 May 2020 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie How do you like your whiskey… a spicy body with a deep creamy texture, consistently mellow throughout, or perhaps a soft smoky body with a light texture…? Whiskey Gift has deconstructed the whiskey making process and is handing the reins over to you. Experiment with endless possible flavour... Read More
4 May 2020 By Bryan Smyth bryan@TheCork.ie AIB has revealed Cork consumers spending habits since the impact of Covid-19 Overall, Cork consumers are spending 22% less than normal since Covid-19 started to impact Ireland. However, Cork consumers are spending 29% more on groceries, with those from Cork between the age of 25 and 34 recording... Read More
4 May 2020 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Independent Cork City Councillor Ken O’ Flynn says that Cork urgently needs a Taskforce that can lead a fully charged initiative to reignite the local economy, support businesses and protect jobs. Cllr O’Flynn said “In speaking with business people in our city and county over recent weeks it... Read More
3 May 2020 By Bryan Smyth bryan@TheCork.ie Pure Cork is a brand which sets out a vision and action plan to grow Cork tourism. It was founded in 2016 and includes representatives from Cork City Council and Cork County Council. The folks at pure Cork have produced a lovely 40 second inspirational video In these... Read More
3 May 2020 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Network Ireland Cork is a not-for-profit organisation for women in business and the arts Actress and comedian Norma Sheahan will be guest speaker for a special Network Ireland Cork live webinar next week. Margheritas & Mayhem on Wednesday, 6 May from 8pm-9pm will see the Cork native, who... Read More
30 April 2020 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Fianna Fáil TD for Cork North Central Padraig O’Sullivan has written to the Minister for Business, Enterprise & Innovation as well as the receiver appointed to Debenhams Irish stores to see what entitlements workers are due following the closure of the company’s branches in Cork and across the... Read More
30 April 2020 By Mary Bermingham mary@TheCork.ie Aldi supports Irish flower supplier – Little Bridge Flowers – Doneraile, Co. Cork Irish Grown Spring Bedding €3.99/20 pack, plus blooming fantastic Irish garden plants, on sale 30th April! Many Irish flower suppliers across the country are feeling the pinch with DIY and garden centres temporarily closed, but... Read More
28 April 2020 By Bryan Smyth bryan@TheCork.ie Debenhams workers are to stage a second round of protests at stores tomorrow (Wednesday) calling for government action to save their jobs. The protests come a day before a liquidation hearing for Debenhams on Thursday. Protests will all adhere to social distancing guidelines and take place from 11... Read More
28 April 2020 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Glandore, and one of their co-working space members Zarrida, share helpful tips on how to keep business moving forward in the midst of this covid 19 pandemic COVID-19 has been unforgiving. It ruthlessly exploited ineffective execution and it has been merciless towards any business overleveraged and lacking cash reserves.... Read More
26 April 2020 By Mary Bermingham mary@TheCork.ie Premises used by Cork Radio Station C103 are being offered for rent Mallow Estate Agents Liam Mullins & Associates are seeking €45,000 per annum, which equates to €88.16 per sq. m p.a., for the premises which are currently the main studios and offices of Cork Radio station C103,... Read More
