27 October 2025 By Bryan McCarthy bryan@TheCork.ie New book: Building Mitchelstown, 1779-1830 by David A. Fleming A terrific night was had by all at the St George’s Arts and Heritage Centre in Mitchelstown one Friday earlier this month to celebrate the launch of Building Mitchelstown, 1779—1830 by David A. Fleming. Over 75 people packed into the venue to hear Dr Michael Potterton... Read More
26 October 2025 By Mary Bermingham mary@TheCork.ie Kerry Hanaphy Brings Her Signature Aesthetic Magic to Cork with a Glamorous Launch at Blackpool Shopping Centre Ireland’s “Lip Queen” Kerry Hanaphy officially unveiled her long-awaited Cork clinic at Blackpool Shopping Centre, marking a glittering new chapter for one of Ireland’s most recognisable aesthetic brands. Timed perfectly to... Read More
24 October 2025 By Valerie Ryan valerie@TheCork.ie The Changing Ireland Galleries was officially launched at the National Museum of Ireland, Collins Barracks this month, marking the biggest expansion of public galleries at the National Museum of Ireland in over two decades. Highlights include key objects from Co. Cork, which feature prominently throughout the exhibition. Tánaiste... Read More
19 October 2025 By Bryan McCarthy bryan@TheCork.ie On October 15, Cork City Hall played host to a special civic reception hosted by the Lord Mayor to celebrate the 80th anniversary of Cork Public Museum, marking eight decades of cultural preservation, public service, and community pride. Founded on 4 April 1945, Cork Public Museum holds the... Read More
18 October 2025 By Valerie RYan valerie@TheCork.ie St Theresa’s Girl Guides Passage West is the latest recipient of a Cork International Hotel Community Spirit Award which recognises the dedicated work of local volunteers who have worked with the group for the last 50 years. The group, which celebrated its golden anniversary last March, has 80... Read More
18 October 2025 By Valerie Ryan valerie@TheCork.ie The Minister for Education and Youth, Helen McEntee TD, has today welcomed the launch of a new pilot online application system for post-primary school admissions that is being piloted in two post-primary schools in Clonakilty. Enrolling in school can be a stressful time for parents, and this new pilot... Read More
15 October 2025 By Valerie Ryan valerie@TheCork.ie New residency bursary and enhanced access supports introduced Cork City Council is pleased to announce the launch of its 2026 Arts Funding Schemes, continuing its support for artists, arts organisations, and community arts groups throughout the city. These schemes aim to strengthen Cork’s cultural life by enabling a wide... Read More
13 October 2025 By Mary Bermimgham mary@TheCork.ie Where: Fota House, Arboretum & Gardens, Fota Island, Carrigtwohill, Co Cork, Ireland, T45 Y642 When: Sunday 26th – Thursday 30th October from 11:00-16:00! This Halloween, join Fota House and Gardens for some Halloween fun and explore the Creepy Crawl Trail! This self-guided tour around the Arboretum and Victorian... Read More
9 October 2025 By Mary Bermingham mary@TheCork.ie Carrigaline Community School will open its doors to the nation when a groundbreaking four-part documentary series premieres on Virgin Media One next week. A Rebel Education: Inside Carrigaline Community School offers an unprecedented look at modern Irish secondary school life, filmed over an entire academic year and told... Read More
4 October 2025 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Cork Airport is proud to announce a new collaboration with Munster Technological University (MTU) Access Service to deliver a free, in-person single subject certificate, ‘Starting Strong: Essential Skills for Higher Education,’ commencing this month. This 5-credit certificate is designed to support adult learners and students from traditionally underrepresented backgrounds... Read More
2 October 2025 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Tusla Education Support Service (TESS) in partnership with Minister for Education and Youth Helen McEntee, launched a nationwide multimedia campaign to promote regular school attendance in all counties across Ireland. The campaign launch comes as new data from TESS shows that nationally more than one in five children and... Read More
1 October 2025 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Re-Creation The Trial of Ian Bailey The new film from six-time Academy Award™ Nominee Jim Sheridan, co-directed by David Merriman. Followed by West Cork Murder: 2025 Case Analysis featuring directors Jim Sheridan and David Merriman, hosted by Jennifer Forde from West Cork Podcast, the definitive series centred around the murder of... Read More