10 June 2024 By David Lynch david@TheCork.ie Laura Harmon has been elected for Labour in the Cork City South West Local Electoral Area (LEA) Laura Harmon said: ‘‘I am honoured to have won the seat back for Labour in the Cork City South West ward. Labour has not had representation in this area for a... Read More
10 June 2024 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Cork City Politics Yesterday was a historic day for the Social Democrats in Cork City with the election of the party’s first Councillor to Cork City Council. Pádraig Rice, a candidate in Cork City South Central, won over 10% of the first preference vote. Commenting on his success,... Read More
8 June 2024 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie John Collins, John Lenihan and John Keenan initially planned to collect used bottles and cans to pay for a Chinese takeaway on their final night shift of the month at Cork University Hospital. But the colleagues, dubbed The 3 Johnnies, swiftly realised that the volume of empties across... Read More
7 June 2024 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Cheer on 200 boats of all shapes and sizes as they race 28KM from Crosshaven to Cork City for the Ocean to City Race ‘An Rás Mór’! Ocean to City – An Rás Mór is Ireland’s very own long-distance rowing race attracting hundreds of participants annually. Started in... Read More
5 June 2024 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie This World Ocean Day, Nano Nagle Place invites you to plunge into a series of ocean-themed events designed to celebrate Cork’s Maritime Heritage and highlight the importance of the ocean that surrounds our Island. As part of the annual Cork Harbour Festival, Nano Nagle Place will host a variety of activities that... Read More
4 June 2024 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie ARTS NEWS: You might have walked past 46 Grand Parade many times, now’s your chance so see what’s inside. Ariadne’s Thread, an exhibition by a group of graduates from MTU Crawford College of Art and Design’s Special Purpose Award in Art Textile will open at the MTU Gallery... Read More
4 June 2024 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Irish Guide Dogs for the Blind is offering two winners the opportunity to join footballing legend and our Ambassador, Roy Keane for a private lunch/dinner! And both winners can bring along three friends. Roy Keane is Ambassador for the well known Model Farm Road, Cork based charity. To enter visit https://shop.guidedogs.ie/products/roy-keane-dinner-competition?_pos=1&_psq=roy&_ss=e&_v=1.0... Read More
3 June 2024 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie The Cork City Marathon 2024 has concluded with incredible performances and an electrifying atmosphere that highlighted the spirit of the city. More than 10,000 people took part and tens of thousands lined the streets in support. The full marathon saw newlywed and second time winner Pawel Kosek from... Read More
27 May 2024 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Cork Chamber has today announced Rob Horgan, entrepreneur and owner of Velo Coffee, as its new President, marking another milestone in the Chamber’s history. At the 205th Annual General Meeting held at the Imperial Hotel Cork, Mr Horgan outlined his vision and commitment to furthering Cork’s economic and social... Read More
28 May 2024 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Labour Leader Ivana Bacik TD yesterday announced the launch of Labour’s Transport for Cork policy, aimed at transforming Cork City’s transport network and getting the city moving. The policy was unveiled on Monday, 27th May, with a clear commitment to building an accessible, environmentally sustainable and integrated transport... Read More
26 May 2024 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie When ‘Fuzion’ was founded in 2000, its simple mission was to help clients tell their stories effectively to their target audiences. The agency was built on the strategy of providing a perfect blend of services that clients may require to deliver successful campaigns. Roll on 24 years, this... Read More
24 May 2024 By Tony Forde tony@TheCork.ie The Everyman is proud to present the premiere of The Summer I Robbed The Bank as part of Cork Midsummer Festival – Sensational line up for the stage adaptation of David O’Doherty’s The Summer I Robbed a Bank Fair City’s Stephen O’Leary takes on the lead role of Rex,... Read More