1 November 2026 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie 217 new homes but with no residential car parking spaces It’s on the site of the former Sextant Pub. At 25 storeys and 83.35 metres tall, it will become Ireland’s tallest residential building. However, there will be no residential car parking – a decision that has helped reduce... Read More
30 October 2026 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Lord Mayor Cllr. Damian Boylan has officially launched the 64th Lord Mayor’s Gala Christmas Concert, which returns to Cork City Hall on Saturday 5th December. With the theme of “Coming Home for Christmas”, this year’s concert will celebrate the magic of Christmas traditions and the joy of coming... Read More
28 October 2026 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie More than 3,700 students are graduating from Munster Technological University (MTU) as part of its autumn 2026 conferring ceremonies across its campuses. Graduates representing 105 nationalities are being conferred across this year’s ceremonies, reflecting the diversity of MTU’s student community and its international reach. The occasions recognise achievements... Read More
28 October 2026 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Gardaí are appealing for witnesses following an incident of burglary that occurred in Douglas, Cork city on Thursday 22nd October 2026 between 11:30am and 12:15pm. Two males entered a domestic residence in the Johnstown area. A large quantity of cash has been reported as stolen. The males exited... Read More
28 October 2026 By Mary Bermingham mary@TheCork.ie Partnership will support the future growth and sustainability of Cork city centre retail Cork Business Association (CBA) is delighted to announce Kilkenny Design as its new Retail Pillar Partner, strengthening a shared commitment to supporting, championing and growing retail in Cork city centre. Retail is at the beating... Read More
27 October 2026 By Mary Bermingham mary@TheCork.ie New partnership brings locally roasted Velo coffee and leading commercial coffee equipment together under one roof Cork-based Velo Coffee Roasters has announced a new partnership with commercial beverage equipment specialist Liquidline, with the opening of a dedicated Liquidline showroom within Velo Coffee Roasters in Cork. The partnership brings... Read More
26 October 2026 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie University College Cork (UCC) has awarded its 1845 Foundation Medal, the University’s highest individual honour, to distinguished alumnus Dr Michael Dowling, in recognition of his exceptional contribution to healthcare, leadership, education, research and public service over more than five decades. The 1845 Foundation Medal was commissioned by the... Read More
26 October 2026 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie The new store features Lidl Ireland’s milestone 200th self service checkout as Lisa Jordan will cut the ribbon to officially open the store in the city on Thursday 29th October Lidl Ireland has confirmed it will open the doors to its new state-of-the-art city centre store at Merchants... Read More
26 October 2026 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie The Promise will transform the interior of the historic cathedral through projection-mapped imagery, surround sound and storytelling this December. One of Cork’s most recognisable landmarks will be transformed from the inside this Christmas as St Fin Barre’s Cathedral hosts The Promise, a new immersive light and sound experience... Read More
25 October 2026 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Bus Éireann has recognised its Cork Cash Office with the Community Award at its 2026 GEM (‘Go the Extra Mile’) Awards for the South Region, celebrating the team’s longstanding commitment to charitable initiatives and community organisations across Cork. Liz O’Donovan, Ber O’Mahony, Kasia Carville, Stephen Flavey and Niamh... Read More
23 October 2026 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Exclusive pre-gig reading, Q&A and book signing with Dónal Gallagher added to Rory Gallagher: The Legend Lives On during Guinness Cork Jazz Festival weekend A special event celebrating the life and legacy of Rory Gallagher is set for Cork City Hall on Sunday, October 25, with his brother... Read More
22 October 2026 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Munster Technological University (MTU) has today conferred an honorary doctorate on former President of Ireland Michael D. Higgins in recognition of his outstanding contribution to Irish public life, the arts, culture, education and human rights. A distinguished academic, writer and poet, the former President has long championed wider... Read More