30 April 2025 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Given the recent spell of warm weather ahead of the May bank holiday weekend and as we expect to experience improving weather over the coming months, ESB would like to remind the general public of the dangers and potentially serious consequences of swimming in any ESB reservoir. Martin... Read More
29 April 2025 By Mary Bermingham mary@TheCork.ie Cork County Council is inviting members of the public to have their say on the route options for the Bandon Sections of the proposed West Cork Greenway. The project, which is funded by Transport Infrastructure Ireland (TII), aims to provide a Greenway between the towns of Crossbarry and... Read More
29 April 2025 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Grants for solar panels The Solar Electricity Grant provides a grant to help with the cost of buying and installing solar photovoltaic (PV) panels for your home. The grant is administered by the Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland (SEAI). Their website is www.seai.ie You must apply for the... Read More
26 April 2025 By Valerie Ryan valerie@TheCork.ie Get ready to saddle up for one of Cork’s most scenic and meaningful cycling events this June. The much-loved Fort2Fort Charity Cycle is back for its 14th edition on Saturday, June 14th, 2025, and it promises breathtaking views and a rewarding challenge for cyclists of all abilities, and... Read More
23 April 2025 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Cork Business Association Launches First ‘Cleaning and Greening’ Street Initiative on North Main Street – Improving one street at a time in Cork City Cork Business Association (CBA), in partnership with Cork City Council, will host the first Cleaning and Greening morning on Tuesday, April 29th, kicking off a new initiative... Read More
20 April 2025 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Over 800 competition classes are now open for the 2025 Cork Summer Show, Munster’s largest and longest-running agricultural showcase. Celebrating Irish farming, food, and families since 1810, this year’s show returns on 14 June (Saturday) and 15 June (Sunday) to the Cork Summer Show Showgrounds in Curraheen, Cork.... Read More
18 April 2025 By Valerie Ryan valerie@TheCork.ie Cork Airport is preparing for a very busy Easter Bank Holiday, with 57,000 passengers expected this weekend and Easter Sunday being the busiest day of the weekend. This Easter Bank Holiday weekend represents a 14% increase in passenger numbers compared with last year’s Easter Bank Holiday. With schools... Read More
16 April 2025 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie The Government has today announced the 122 projects that will be awarded €7.5 million in funding under the 2025 Community Monuments Fund. These grants help owners and custodians of archaeological monuments to safeguard them into the future. Cork North West Fine Gael TD John Paul O’Shea said “I am... Read More
16 April 2025 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Lord Mayor of Cork Councillor Dan Boyle, tonight hosted a Civic Reception for C.I.E Córas Iompair Éireann (CIE) to celebrate 80 years since its formation. Speaking at the event, Lord Mayor of Cork, Cllr Dan Boyle said “I am honoured to host a civic reception in recognition of the... Read More
15 April 2025 By Mary Bermingham mary@TheCork.ie Minister Kevin Moran announces funding approval for Minor Flood Mitigation Works and Coastal Protection for Bantry, County Cork The Office of Public Works (OPW) has announced the approval of Cork County Council’s application for funding under the Office of Public Works’ Minor Flood Mitigation Works and Coastal Protection... Read More
15 April 2025 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Cllr Honore Kamegni Appointed Spokesperson for Sport and Youth within his party, the Green Party The Green Party has announced the appointment of Cllr Honore Kamegni, Deputy Lord Mayor of Cork, as its new spokesperson for Sport and Youth. The announcement comes as part of a broader reshuffle... Read More
15 April 2025 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Tom Butler, a dedicated team member and long standing chairman of Ballincollig Tidy Towns for over 25 years, has been selected as March’s Cork Person of Month. This recognition celebrates his unwavering commitment to improving the community of Ballincollig and his pivotal role in leading the town to... Read More