18 February 2025 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie The Tánaiste and Minister for Defence, Simon Harris TD, has confirmed that the Department of Defence has signed a contract for the upgrade of accommodation at Collins Barracks, Old Youghal Road, Cork City at a cost of almost €5 million. The refurbishment project will provide accommodation for over... 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
15 February 2025 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Progress Made in Additional €1.6 million Treatment Processes at Lee Road Water Treatment Plant with Manganese Removal Step Now in Place Uisce Éireann has reiterated its commitment to addressing discolouration issues that have been impacting some customers in Cork city. At a briefing at the Lee Road Water... Read More
15 February 2025 By Mary Bermingham mary@TheCork.ie Rules for Different Types of Debt Today Ciara O’Gorman, Development Manager with South Munster Citizens Information Service talks about debt and the rules around different types of debt. “If you have debt you have not repaid, what happens can depend on the type of debt it is. For... Read More
14 February 2025 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie “Public commitments by local stakeholders across the private, community and voluntary sectors” to making tangible progress on sustainability Lord Mayor of Cork, Cllr. Dan Boyle, last night put pen to paper on 12 Local Green Deals (LGDs) which establish partnerships with a variety of organisations to accelerate sustainability... Read More
14 February 2025 By Mary Bermingham mary@TheCork.ie The Green Party in Cork have welcomed the progress of a new swathe of works for walking and cycling infrastructure in Glanmire. The works will progress a new greenway linking Riverstown and Glanmire villages through John O’Callaghan Park, creating a new link road through Dooley’s Lane, as well... Read More
13 February 2025 By Mary Bermingham mary@TheCork.ie Enable Ireland Cork Charity Shops Want You To “Break Up With Your Stuff” – Their Cork charity shop is located on the corner of Parnell Place, and Maylor Street Enable Ireland’s annual ‘Spring Clean’ campaign has launched, asking Cork residents to donate once-loved items to support vital services... Read More
12 February 2025 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Cork City News Valerie O’Sullivan, the newly appointed Chief Executive of Cork City Council, was the keynote speaker at a Cork Business Association (CBA) event held at Clayton Hotel Cork City this morning. O’Sullivan addressed business leaders and key stakeholders in the city, outlining her vision and priorities... Read More
12 February 2025 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Out with the old, in with the new: water mains project on Cork City South Quays now complete. Uisce Éireann has successfully completed works on a major water main replacement project on Cork City’s South Quays, which saw over 4.2km of old cast iron mains that dated back... Read More
12 February 2025 By Roger Kennedy roger@TheCork.ie Entertainment Cork is a harmonious amalgamation of urban, maritime, and rural elements, representing one of Ireland’s most significant treasures. Despite its size, the city excels remarkably in culture and cuisine. It is a vibrant locale at night, including distinctive eateries, extended exhibits, and several options for picturesque evening... Read More
11 February 2025 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Passengers from across the midlands and South of Ireland can connect to Cork Airport using public transport – and all on the one ticket. For €1.55, passengers can add a bus transfer to Cork Airport when making a booking on the Irish Rail website, using the 225 and... Read More