24 September 2025 By Valerie Ryan valerie@TheCork.ie A Civic Reception was held at City Hall Cork on Wednesday, 18th September 2025, to mark a significant milestone the 50th anniversary of the Citizens Information service in Cork. Hosted by the Lord Mayor of Cork, Cllr. Fergal Dennehy, the event celebrated five decades of dedicated service to... Read More
23 September 2025 By Elaine Murphy elaiune@TheCork.ie Garry McCarthy, known creatively as GMC, is Cork Person of the Month for September in recognition of his significant work facilitating workshops for youths and his contribution to Cork’s rap music community. Garry, who has been creating rap music for over two decades, is most well known as... Read More
22 September 2025 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Alexion, AstraZeneca Rare Disease has welcomed government officials, academic leaders, and industry partners to its hub in Cork, reinforcing the company’s commitment to productive partnerships and collaborative relationships within Ireland’s life sciences sector. Alongside established global operations in Dublin and Athlone, the Cork hub demonstrates Alexion’s dedication to... Read More
22 September 2025 By Valerie Ryan valerie@TheCork.ie Ursuline College Blackrock, the oldest continuously running girls’ school in Ireland, is set to mark its 200th anniversary in Blackrock with a major celebration on Saturday 8th November 2025 at the Maryborough House Hotel. The Ursuline Sisters first arrived in Cork in 1771, dedicating themselves to the education... Read More
21 September 2025 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Find Your Dream Home with EBS is set to take place in Cork next week with a panel of leading industry experts just announced. This one stop shop event for home buyers is being led by former Munster rugby star, Billy Holland, who is now managing five ESB... Read More
20 September 2025 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Shandon is to benefit from funding for the redevelopment of the Butter Market and Weighmaster’s House Complex Shandon is set for a major regeneration boost, with €7 million in funding awarded to Cork City Council under THRIVE-Town Centre First Heritage Revival Scheme. The historic Butter Market and Weighmaster’s House will be... Read More
20 September 2025 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie The Metropole Hotel has confirmed a new partnership with Cork Opera House, which celebrates its 170th anniversary this year. The historic hotel, which has been located on MacCurtain Street in Cork city centre for 127 years, is the accommodation partner for Cork Opera House for the anniversary year.... Read More
20 September 2025 By Valerie Ryan valerie@TheCork.ie National Broadband Ireland (NBI), the company delivering the new future-proofed, high-speed Fibre-to-the-Home network under the National Broadband Plan on behalf of the Government, has said that over 16,000 Cork homes, farms and businesses have connected to NBI’s network. There are 51,920 homes, businesses, and farms in Co Cork that can order or... Read More
19 September 2025 By Valerie Ryan valerie@TheCork.ie Guaranteed Irish, recognised as the national symbol of trust for doing business in Ireland, is expanding its presence in Cork to support and champion local businesses across Munster. The organisation works with some of the region’s most successful and innovative companies, including Musgrave, Clonakilty Food Co., Cork Builder... Read More
16 September 2025 By Mary Bermingham mary@TheCork.ie SYS Financial has opened a new office in Cork as part of its ongoing expansion. The office was officially opened by Minister of State at the Department of Finance, Credit Unions and Insurance, Robert Troy TD. Located in Westpoint Business Park in Ballincollig, the office opening represents a... Read More
16 September 2025 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Will be at a new location at Centre Park Road, Cork City Following a successful return to Cork City last year, the Alpine Skate Trail returns in November and to a new home – at Centre Park Road! With over 75,000 skaters last season, Iceskating.ie is delighted to bring this unique experience back to... Read More
14 September 2025 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Well-known Cork Business celebrates 50 years Blarney Woollen Mills marked its 50th anniversary with a landmark celebration on Saturday, September 13, 2025, bringing together generations of makers, visitors, and dignitaries for a day of heritage, music, and community spirit. A highlight of the festivities was the official launch... Read More