31 October 2025 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie KNOW YOUR RIGHTS: Leave for Parents Parents who are in employment have a right to take time off work to look after their children. Parents have several different types of statutory leave entitlements, for example, maternity leave, adoptive leave, paternity leave, parental leave and parent’s leave. The qualifying... Read More
29 October 2025 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Renowned Cork DJ and radio presenter Stevie G will be spinning the decks at Sea Church in Ballycotton, for their ‘Deadly Famous Halloween Fancy Dress Party’ taking place this October 31st. For the first time since it was launched, the Sea Church Express will offer a return bus... Read More
29 October 2025 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Hauliers Blame Government Policy for Fastway Shutdown — Warn More to follow – Hauliers have laid blame for Fastway couriers closure squarely at the feet of government policy – and they warn of a tsunami of closures that will follow crippling Ireland’s rural economy The Irish Road Haulage Industry... Read More
28 October 2025 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Whitbread plc, the parent company of Premier Inn, has signalled further expansion of its well-known hotel brand in Ireland after securing planning permission for a second location in Cork. Plans for a 174-room Premier Inn to the east of Cork City Centre was awarded a final planning grant... Read More
28 October 2025 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie “Introducing a new era of refreshment with Ireland’s first “kombucha with a kick”, a naturally low-sugar, vegan, and gluten-free drink redefining mindful drinking.” Kombeara, Ireland’s first hard kombucha producer, has officially launched its refreshing new range of naturally brewed alcoholic drinks, marking a new era of refreshment for... Read More
27 October 2025 By Bryan McCarthy bryan@TheCork.ie ‘A Miracle on South Mall’ Experience a Classic Christmas Escape at The Imperial Hotel, Cork The Grand Dame of Cork invites guests to spend Christmas in residence for the first time in years, with an indulgent festive package in the heart of the city. This Christmas, The Imperial... Read More
26 October 2025 By Mary Bermingham mary@TheCork.ie Kerry Hanaphy Brings Her Signature Aesthetic Magic to Cork with a Glamorous Launch at Blackpool Shopping Centre Ireland’s “Lip Queen” Kerry Hanaphy officially unveiled her long-awaited Cork clinic at Blackpool Shopping Centre, marking a glittering new chapter for one of Ireland’s most recognisable aesthetic brands. Timed perfectly to... Read More
26 October 2025 By Bryan McCarthy bryan@TheCork.ie Douglas estate agent, Jack Dorgan of DNG Finn O’Connor, has been named as Emerging Achiever of the Year at the DNG National Awards Ceremony, sponsored by The Irish Times. The Awards Ceremony brought together over 150 delegates from DNG offices nationwide. It was a vibrant day of celebration and connection; while recognising excellence, dedication and professionalism across the DNG... Read More
18 October 2025 By Valerie Ryan valerie@TheCork.ie Land Development Agency receives 1-, 2- and 3-bed apartments, and 3-bed townhouses being developed The Land Development Agency has been granted planning permission for the development of 345 new affordable homes in Wilton, Cork city. The development will deliver a mix of one, two and three bed apartments... Read More
18 October 2025 By Valerie Ryan valerie@TheCork.ie New public toilets for Marina Park: not yet open. Pending a licence agreement being signed. Cork City Council took delivery of the two new fully accessible toilet units on Monday and they have been placed on a site adjacent to Cortado Coffee at the city end of the... Read More
17 October 2025 By Valerie Ryan valerie@TheCork.ie Cork’s most historic hotel is once again at the heart of the action for the Guinness Cork Jazz Festival 2025, offering an unbeatable mix of luxury, location, and FREE live music across the October Bank Holiday Weekend (24th – 26th October) The Imperial Hotel on South Mall will... Read More
16 October 2025 By Valerie Ryan valerie@TheCork.ie I am a farmer but I’m finding it hard to manage on the income from farming. What social welfare schemes can help? You may be eligible for Farm Assist, a weekly means-tested payment for low-income farmers. Qualification for Farm Assist can also lead to the farmer becoming eligible... Read More