10 January 2026 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie The weekly prize of €50,000 goes to Prize Bond number AXL763741 held in County Cork. The bond was purchased in 2021. There were over 8,761 prizes awarded in this week’s Prize Bond Draw, amounting to more than €734,000. In addition to a €500,000 prize awarded on the last... Read More
10 January 2026 By Bryan McCarthy bryan@TheCork.ie Combining traditional Irish music with influences from soul, gospel and rock Hothouse Flowers have made their mark on the Irish music scene for four decades and with a motto of “Let’s do this thing” have plenty more to give. They are pleased to announce more shows for 2026... Read More
5 January 2025 By Roger Kennedy roger@TheCork.ie Entertainment The world of Filipino card games, particularly Tongits, has witnessed significant growth in its online presence. Players nationwide seek platforms that offer not only skill-centric gameplay but also vibrant social interactions. GameZone’s Tongits Philippines real player community has emerged as a prominent destination catering to these criteria,... Read More
4 January 2026 By Bryan McCarthy bryan@TheCork.ie This year’s MCs will be RTÉ’s Miriam O’Callaghan and Marty Morrissey Another year of exceptional achievement and community spirit in Cork will be celebrated at the 33rd Cork Person of the Year Annual Gala Awards Lunch on 23rd January 2026 at the newly renovated Metropole Hotel. The event... Read More
3 January 2026 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Various Cork food stuffs have become hard to get when they were bought by corporations (Tanora, Beamish) but Spiced beef remains in existence, no single company owns it, it’s a natural product, with each producer having their own trademark recipe I grew up hearing about Cork spiced beef... Read More
31 December 2025 By Mary Bermingham mary@TheCork.ie Fota Wildlife Park is delighted to announce the birth of a black-and-white colobus monkey (Colobus guereza), born on the 30th of October to parents Freya and Juggs, and is now inviting the public to help choose a name for the newest member of the colobus family, with name suggestions... Read More
30 December 2025 By Valerie Ryan valerie@TheCork.ie Peter Nash is an artist living and working in Cork county who works across visual art disciplines including sculpture, print, drawing and animation. In his solo show at LHQ Gallery titled, “All This For Nothing”, Nash explores pre-internet sources of knowledge and methods of communication. “All This For... Read More
30 December 2025 By Roger Kennedy roger@TheCork.ie In today’s saturated online environment, one-off marketing tactics rarely deliver long‑term results. Businesses that see meaningful growth understand that consistency in their digital efforts and a sharp focus on targeted initiatives are key. It’s not enough to launch a campaign and step back; sustained momentum and carefully chosen... Read More
29 December 2025 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Entertainment The new bank holiday around Saint Brigid’s Day (the day being 1st February, but the Bank Holiday being the 1st Monday of February) is a unique opportunity to celebrate Ireland’s heritage, including is roots in the Celtic festival Imbolc, celebrating growth, renewal and light. The mythological Brigit... Read More
29 December 2025 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie The airwaves are set to spark with insight, reflection, and forward-thinking as UCC History, in partnership with Coimisiún na Meán, and supported by RTÉ, and the Independent Broadcasters of Ireland (IBI), proudly announces a landmark Radio Conference to commemorate 100 years of Irish radio. This two-day national event, taking place January 29–30, 2026, at... Read More
29 December 2025 By Roger Kennedy roger@TheCork.ie Entertainment Squash and Its Growing Social Appeal in Ireland Squash has long been recognised as one of the most demanding indoor sports, but in Ireland its appeal increasingly goes beyond physical fitness. Across the country, squash has built a reputation as a social and community-driven activity, bringing together... Read More
28 December 2025 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Cork Motor Club, who in 2026 will celebrate their 50th anniversary, are pleased to announce some preliminary details of the 2026 Clonakilty Park Hotel West Cork Rally which will take place over three days beginning on Friday 13th March. Steve Davis once again takes on the role of... Read More