26 May 2025 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie This rebrand marks an exciting chapter in the Talbot Collection’s commitment to enhancing its portfolio and providing exceptional experiences to guests across Ireland. The transformation of the Talbot Hotel Cork follows a significant investment of over €500,000 in 2024, part of a broader €1.15 million refurbishment initiative in... Read More
22 May 2025 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Shanbally is the last village before Ringaskiddy, and its ferryport which links Ireland with the UK and the continent Once a uniquely Cork operation, the Good Fish Company made European headlines earlier today while celebrating the latest significant milestone in its ongoing transformation as one of Ireland’s leading... Read More
21 May 2025 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Minister for Finance, Paschal Donohoe welcomes the passage of the Finance (Provision of Access to Cash Infrastructure) Bill 2024, which will ensure continued sufficient and effective access to cash in the State. Minister Donohoe said: “Cash remains a preferred form of payment and continues to play an important... Read More
21 May 2025 By Roger Kennedy roger@TheCork.ie In a digital-first world, businesses must evolve rapidly to remain competitive. Investing in advanced IT systems is one of the most effective ways to ensure sustainable growth. Modern IT infrastructure streamlines operations and lays the groundwork for innovation, efficiency, and resilience. Organisations that recognise the critical role of... Read More
16 May 2025 By Bryan McCarthy bryan@TheCork.ie The Cork Deaf Association (CDA) is shining a light on the vital role of volunteers during National Volunteering Week by hosting a volunteer appreciation event at their new community room in the heart of Cork city. THe CDA’s new community room is a space shaped by DeafSpace Design... Read More
15 May 2025 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Network Ireland Cork is proud to unveil the finalists for its 2025 Businesswoman of the Year Awards, honouring excellence, innovation, and leadership among women in business across Cork. The awards ceremony will take place on Thursday, May 22 at the Radisson Blu Hotel, Little Island, marking a key... Read More
13 May 2025 By Bryan McCarthy bryan@TheCork.ie AFTA will employ an additional 15 staff at its Cork and Waterford facilities, bringing its total headcount as an SME to 85 Atlantic Flight Training Academy (AFTA) recently celebrated its 30 year Business Anniversary operating at Cork and Waterford airport’s and since its foundation the Enterprise Ireland client... Read More
12 May 2025 By Mary Bermingham mary@TheCork.ie The Cork International Hotel has once again cemented its place as one of TripAdvisor’s most popular destinations with the travel guide listing it among the top hotels in the world. This is the second year in a row that the hotel has received the Travellers’ Choice Award which... Read More
8 May 2025 By Valerie Ryan valerie@TheCork.ie If a gift or inheritance is exempt from CAT, you do not have pay the tax on it and it does not count towards your tax-free threshold. The following are exempt from Capital Acquisitions Tax. From or regarding family Gifts or inheritances from your spouse or civil partner... Read More
5 May 2025 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Bank of Ireland will run a fraud awareness event at 11am, Thursday 29th May in its branch on Patrick Street, Cork. The event will focus on new and common types of fraud and scams and how consumers can keep their personal information and finances safe from scammers. It is... Read More
4 May 2025, Sunday By Valerie Ryan valerie@TheCork.ie Chemist Warehouse Opens its 13th Irish Store at Cork’s Mahon Point Retail Park – 4th Cork location, joining Cornmarket Shopping Centre in City, Mallow and Ballincollig Chemist Warehouse, a leading international pharmacy retail group, continues its strategic expansion into the Irish market with the opening of its... Read More
4 May 2025 By Mary Bermingham mary@TheCork.ie Farming News The Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine will hold two in-person Farmer Clinics to assist farmers in making their applications online for the Basic Income Support for Sustainability (BISS) and other area-based schemes, in Cork on Wednesday, 7 May and Thursday, 8 May. The BISS... Read More