BE PART OF HISTORY: A project to archive people’s experiences of COVID19 era seeks submissions

top of page 13 April 2020 By Mary Bermingman mary@TheCork.ie Cork Folklore Project’s initiative to chronicle life during the pandemic If you have ever looked at old media you will realise the value of capturing the mood of a time, so that future generations can enjoy it. A great example is this 1982 episode of... Read More

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13th April, 2020

FARMING: Seandún Macra na Feirme, Cork, further embrace the use of Virtual Technology

top of page 13 April 2020 By Aisling Walsh, PRO news@TheCork.ie This week we continued to embrace the world of virtual technology to keep our members active. Obviously we weren’t able to hold events outside of our home but that didn’t stop us from communicating. Aisling Walsh (PRO) decided to host two more digital Netflix... Read More

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13th April, 2020

Reduce litter in parks during COVID19, says Green Party in Cork

top of page 13 April 2020 By Bryan Smyth bryan@TheCork.ie The Green Party in Cork has backed community calls asking people to be proactive in reducing litter during the COVID19 crisis. Green Party councillor, Oliver Moran, made the call after reports of a rise in casual litter at a number of city parks and beauty... Read More

AREA: CORK CITY, ENTERTAINMENT, GREEN PARTY, NEWS, POLITICS

11th April, 2020

HAPPY NEWS: Gardai deliver Easter Eggs in Ballyphehane and Togher, Cork

top of page 11 April 2020 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Easter Egg run by Ballyphehane Togher Community Development Project (BTCDP) and An Garda Siochana (Togher Community Policing)

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11th April, 2020

County Council delivering books to housebound library members

top of page 11 April 2020 By Bryan Smyth bryan@TheCork.ie Cork County Council’s Library Service has begun delivering books directly to the doorsteps of some of it’s vulnerable members who are isolating during COVID-19. From Kilworth to Kilcrohane and everywhere in between, those who ordinarily enjoy regular visits to their local library can still count... Read More

AREA: EAST CORK, AREA: NORTH CORK, AREA: SOUTH CORK, AREA: WEST CORK, ENTERTAINMENT, HEALTH

9th April, 2020

LAST PORT OF CALL: RMS Titanic anniversary falls foul of #COVID19 restrictions

top of page 9 April 2020 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie The town of Cobh, County Cork, Ireland will remember Titanic anniversary with a solitary floral tribute, instead of a public gathering For the first time in over 20 years, there will no public ceremony to mark the anniversary of the sinking of The Titanic in... Read More

AREA: EAST CORK, ENTERTAINMENT, NEWS

8th April, 2020

It’s now illegal to visit a beach, so please #FanachtOff (unless it’s within 2km of your home)

top of page 8 April 2020 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Fanacht is the Irish language word for ‘Wait’. A new Gardai operation ‘Operation Fanacht’ will see an extensive network of checkpoints Deputy Commissioner, Policing and Security, John Twomey said “we would ask people who are thinking of travelling to parks, natural beauty spots or holiday homes outside... Read More

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7th April, 2020

County Council extends deadline for Grant Scheme

top of page 7 April 2020 By Mary Bermingham mary@TheCork.ie In consideration of the impact of the Covid 19 crisis, Cork County Council has extended the application deadline for funding under the Creative Ireland County Cork Grant Scheme and for the Council’s own Pop-up Shop Grant Scheme, until 12 noon on Thursday, April 23rd. These... Read More

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6th April, 2020

15 fun games to keep children active during #COVID19 ‘stay at home’ phase

top of page 6 April 2020 By Bryan Smyth bryan@TheCork.ie Next time you hear the dreaded “I’m bored” or if you’re just desperate to drag them away from the TV or iPad, try some of these fun activities As a parent, you are your child’s first teacher. Your home is a place where lots of... Read More

EDUCATION, ENTERTAINMENT, HEALTH, NEWS

4th April, 2020

€1 bet on EuroMillions lands Cork punter €33,000 profit

top of page 5 April 2020 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Tiny Bet Crushes Odds Of 33,000/1 in EuroMillions A punter in Co Cork pulled off an incredible Lotto coup on Friday evening when their €1 flutter overcame massive odds to land a jaw-dropping amount of cash. The anonymous punter placed the tiny bet via their... Read More

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4th April, 2020

Montfort College of Performing Arts Bringing Your Kids Together Online

top of page 5 April 2020 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Montfort College of Performing Arts are proud to announce that the Montfort Family have moved their classes online during these uncertain times. In an effort to offer kids something creative and constructive to do during the week while parents struggle with a full house or... Read More

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2nd April, 2020

#RunForALONE – 48 hour ‘Virtual Marathon’ for ALONE

top of page 2 April 2020 By Mary Bermingham mary@TheCork.ie The ‘Virtual Marathon’ is due to take place from Friday April 3rd to Sunday April 5th The generosity of people once again prevails during the COVID-19 pandemic, as communities in Cork and further afield prepare to take part in a 48 hour ‘Virtual Marathon’ to... Read More

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