1 March 2025, Saturday By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Young Offenders Actor Shane Casey (who plays Billy Murphy) named as Cork Person of the Year Actor, playwright, and community leader Shane Casey has been named Cork Person of the Year for 2024. The announcement was made at Friday’s Cork Person of the Year Annual Gala Lunch,... Read More
1 March 2025 By Mary Bermingham mary@TheCork.ie As Lisavaird Co-Op approaches its 100th anniversary in 2025, the organisation is calling on the community to help commemorate this milestone by sharing photographs and stories that capture its rich history. As part of the centenary celebrations and to honour the people who have contributed to the... Read More
28 February 2025 By Mary Bermingham mary@TheCork.ie Some people change jobs at the beginning of the year. When you decide to change your job, there are important steps to follow in terms of giving proper notice and getting references. There is a legal requirement to inform your employer that you intend to leave, called giving notice.... Read More
27 February 2025 By Roger Kennedy roger@TheCork.ie The importance of Business Insurance Dublin has long been a hub for businesses across various industries, from startups and tech firms to established multinationals and family-owned enterprises. This has in turn made the business landscape dynamic and competitive, which is often accompanied by risks and uncertainties that can... Read More
25 February 2025 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie The Ludgate hub is a not for profit co-working office space in the West Cork town of Skibbereen, which opened in 2016. People can book a hot desk, or meeting room. It has around 40 members, who have created 500+ jobs, and contribute €4m+ to the local economy,... Read More
25 February 2025 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie 11 County Cork based MACE stores were honoured at the recent MACE Excellence Awards for achieving exceptional standards in retailing, which was held in Lawlor’s Hotel, in Naas in Co Kildare, and hosted by BWG Foods, owners and operators of the MACE brand in Ireland. This year’s MACE... Read More
25 February 2025 By Valerie Ryan valerie@TheCork.ie Cork Business News The Cork Business Association (CBA) has announced the finalists for its Cork Business of the Year Awards 2025. Recognising excellence, innovation, and dedication across various sectors, these awards celebrate the businesses and individuals driving Cork’s economic and cultural success. The CBA restructured their awards this... Read More
24 February 2025 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie The official opening of the new Costcutter store in Lisavaird, near Clonakilty on Friday, 21st February. The honours of cutting the ribbon were given to local hero Jer Coakley, who was crowned World Champion at Reversible Ploughing in Estonia in August 2024. The occasion was made even more... Read More
18 February 2025 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Irish company DP Energy finalises sale of Saamis Solar Park to The City of Medicine Hat, Canada – DP Energy is headquartered in Buttevant, County Cork, and also has offices at Horgan’s Quay, Cork City and across the world DP Energy, an Irish company that develops large renewable... Read More
18 February 2025 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Hayfield Manor, the only Cork City five-star hotel (the others are in County Cork), is delighted to announce its inclusion in the esteemed 2025 Forbes Travel Guide as a Recommended Hotel. This prestigious recognition highlights Hayfield Manor’s commitment to providing an exceptional luxury experience, marked by outstanding hospitality... Read More
15 February 2025 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Cork Business Tech Network celebrates anniversary The CEIA has been benefitting the landscape of the ICT industry for the last 40 years. The foundation of the organisation was a turning point for the companies and CEOs involved in the industry 40 years ago and continues to develop the... Read More
12 February 2025 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Do you have a document that needs the signature of a Commissioner for Oaths / Peace Commissioner / Notary Public / Notary / Practising Solicitor, in Ballinora Mr David O’Sullivan (BA, DipBusLegal, HDipHRM) is a long established Cork Commissioner for Oaths who focus on evenings and travel in... Read More