12 March 2025 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Joe Byrne has been chosen as February’s Cork Person of the Month in recognition of four successful decades running the recently-closed Joseph’s Hair Salon in Glasheen and his immeasurable generosity to the people of Cork throughout the years. For decades, Joe offered more than just hairdressing. He also... Read More
12 March 2025 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie News in brief
12 March 2025 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Ciara O’Gorman, Development Manager with South Munster Citizens Information Service talks about public holidays in Ireland and workers’ entitlements in relation to same. “There are 10 public holidays in Ireland each year. Since 2023 there has been a new annual public holiday in early February to mark... Read More
11 March 2025 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Twohig’s SuperValu Kanturk, Co Cork and Ryan’s SuperValu Togher, Cork have been named as two of the top 10 SuperValu Stores in Ireland, as they were shortlisted for the ‘SuperValu Store of the Year’ accolade. The retail stores were honoured for their achievements at the 2025 SuperValu National... Read More
10 March 2025 By Valerie Ryan valerie@TheCork.ie Cork Business News Deloitte Ireland is delighted to announce that two Deloitte Tax & Legal partners have been appointed as Adjunct Professors in two of Ireland’s leading universities. Caroline O’Driscoll, Deloitte partner and Co-Founder of award-winning social enterprise I Wish, has been appointed Adjunct Professor in University College... Read More
9 March 2025 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie How would you like a free ‘PO Box’ in Ireland? A well-intentioned pseudo address of ‘Capel Place’ – designed for homeless people – is now being used by businesses In 2019 Ireland’s state owned postal provider An Post, announced “Address Point“. It was described as “a ground-breaking, free... Read More
8 March 2025 By Bryan Smyth bryan@TheCork.ie Having a legal document signed (technically known as having your signature witnessed) can be something of a hassle. You may find yourself going about your normal life when suddenly you receive some document which needs your signature witnessed by a “Commissioner for Oaths“. You will probably Google “Commissioner... Read More
8 March 2025 By Valerie Ryan valerie@TheCork.ie Howdens already have locations in Togher and Little Island, now they are open at the North Point Business Park Howdens, the trade kitchen supplier, has opened the doors to a new depot in Blackpool Cork, located at North Point Business Park, as the company expands its Irish footprint,... Read More
5 March 2025 By Valerie Ryan valerie@TheCork.ie East Cork Jobs Fota Wildlife Park is delighted to announce a Recruitment Evening on March 13th, 2025, aimed at attracting enthusiastic and customer-focused individuals to join the team for the busy Easter, weekends and summer season. Interested applicants can now complete a screening application form to attend this event. The... Read More
5 March 2025 By Roger Kennedy roger@TheCork.ie Expanding a business beyond borders is an exciting prospect for any entrepreneur. It offers opportunities for growth, access to new markets, and the chance to tap into global talent. However, the location of a business plays a crucial role in determining the success of international expansion. The right... Read More
2 March 2025 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Cork Business Association held its 68th Annual General Meeting this week at the Metropole Hotel Cork. The event marked the election of Mr Dave O’Brien as the new President. O’Brien, Head of Tax at Xeinadin Ireland – who acquired Quintas in 2023—oversees tax planning, company restructures, succession planning,... Read More
1 March 2025 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Do you have a document that needs the signature of a Commissioner for Oaths / Peace Commissioner / Notary Public / Notary / Practising Solicitor, in Carrigtwohill (sometimes known as Carrigtoohill or Carrigtohill) Mr David O’Sullivan (BA, DipBusLegal, HDipHRM) is a long established Cork Commissioner for Oaths who... Read More