15 May 2024 By Tony Forde tony@TheCork.ie What: Anti-Racism Summit 2024 Where: Cork City Millennium Hall When: Friday, May 17th @ 1pm until 5pm Empowering Young Voices to Drive Change and Foster Inclusivity Youth Mentor and Co-Ordinator at Cork Migrant Centre at Nano Nagle Place, Raphael Olympio, is available as a spokesperson This pioneering event is... Read More
12 May 2024 By Valerie Ryan valerie@TheCork.ie Cork City will host a series of “Open Streets” events in the city centre this summer, Members of the public are encouraged to come to town on these days without their car, either by walking, cycling or using public transport to enjoy the some of the city’s streets... Read More
11 May 2024 By Valerie Ryan valerie@TheCork.ie Discover the Path to a Future-Ready Workforce with ACE at UCC Event In today’s rapidly evolving landscape, the need for a future-ready workforce has never been more critical. To equip HR and L&D professionals with the tools, insights, and strategies necessary for success, ACE at UCC is delighted... Read More
10 May 2024 By Valerie Ryan valerie@TheCork.ie The 2024 Eucharistic Procession to mark the feast of Corpus Christi will take place on Sunday May 26th. The historic Procession, which has deep roots in the Cork community, will begin at 3.00pm at the Cathedral of St Mary and St Anne (North Cathedral) and proceed via Roman... Read More
9 May 2024 By Valerie Ryan valerie@TheCork.ie As May marks Skin Cancer Awareness Month, experts are urging the public to be aware of the dangers of sun exposure, sunbeds and the importance of early detection. According to Dr Shane Redmond of the Rose Clinic, the use of sunbeds can significantly increase the risk of skin... Read More
8 May 2024 By Valerie Ryan valerie@TheCork.ie Douglas Credit Union and Glanmire & District Credit Unions will be known as Elevate Credit Union following their amalgamation earlier this year. The new name was officially unveiled by Finance Minister Michael McGrath T.D. at an event held in the Douglas office on Friday, May 3rd. The name... Read More
7 May 2024 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie William O’Brien and Tony O’Donovan Named Cork Persons of the Month for April Tony O’Donovan and William O’Brien have been jointly named Cork Persons of the Month for April. Their unwavering dedication to empowering people with disabilities and enhancing the lives of children with additional needs has earned... Read More
7 May 2024 By Valerie Ryan valerie@TheCork.ie Seán Kelly, MEP for Ireland South, has highlighted the benefits of repurposing vacant and derelict properties for new use, such as housing, through renovation and energy upgrade works. “We have an abundance of vacant properties plotted around Ireland that could be repurposed as comfortable homes if renovation and... Read More
5 May 2024 By Valerie Ryan valerie@TheCork.ie Interactive visual arts, craft and design festival STAMP returns to Cork city on 16-18 May for its third year. The programme includes the popular STAMP market and hands-on demonstrations, workshops, and exhibitions at the Triskel Arts Centre. Organised by benchspace, Cork Craft & Design, Sample-Studios and Shandon Art Studios,... Read More
4 May 2024 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Speaker denounces US police raids on campus Palestinian solidarity camps and criticises Israel for its destruction of education in Gaza Today’s weekly Cork Palestine Solidarity Campaign march and rally – the 29th held in the city since Israel’s war against Gaza commenced last October – heard Rola (Hamed)... Read More
2 May 2024 By Tony Forde tony@TheCork.ie Entertainment New Year’s Eve 1979. Two strangers are thrown together at Inish Dúbh Lighthouse: Christy the Keeper, shining a ceaseless vigil for all at sea, and the young woman who does not want to be saved. Both have plans for the evening. Both seem to want the same... Read More
2 May 2024 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Cork City Council is holding a series of public drop-in Vacancy & Dereliction sessions to provide information to members of the public on the supports available to refurbish vacant and derelict properties, including the popular Vacant Property Refurbishment Grant. These informal, no appointment needed drop-in sessions are for... Read More