1 February 2026 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie When JFK visited Cork, Ireland on 28 June 1963 his official photographer was there. Unusually for the time he was taking photos in colour. The high resolution photographs are filed at the JFK Library, Columbia Point, Boston, MA, 02125, USA under reference JFKWHP-1963-06-28-B. Thanks to the internet, these... Read More
30 January 2026 By Roger Kennedy roger@TheCork.ie Spain offers a refreshing break from the everyday. Relax after sun-drenched days by the Mediterranean. Immerse yourself in lively streets or retreat into nature’s embrace. Spain’s regions cater to every mood and style of travel. But with so many enticing choices, where do you start? It can be... Read More
28 January 2026 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Fota Wildlife Park is delighted to announce the birth of two endangered Northern cheetah cubs (Acinonyx jubatus soemmeringii), a male and female, born on the 24th of November 2025 to mother Florence and father Nawab. Florence, the cubs’ mother, is five years old and was born at Fota... Read More
28 January 2026 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie It was a night of celebrations for EuroMillions players across Ireland as not one, not two, but three winners struck gold in last night’s (27th January) EuroMillions and EuroMillions Plus draws. Two players, one in Cork and one in Dublin, are each waking up €500,000 richer after matching... Read More
28 January 2026 By Roger Kennedy roger@TheCork.ie Cork City FC are preparing to begin a new season marked by change, reflection, and renewed focus, following the appointment of Barry Robson as the club’s new first-team manager. With competitive action set to return in February, attention has turned to how the club will evolve under new... Read More
28 January 2026 By Roger Kennedy roger@TheCork.ie The participation of Republic of Ireland (ROI) football clubs in UEFA-sanctioned competitions constitutes a significant chapter in the nation’s sporting history. From the inaugural entry in 1957 to the modern era of group stage qualification, Irish clubs have navigated a complex landscape of elite European football, including the... Read More
27 January 2026 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie From the Well 2026 Short Story Competition Open for Submissions – 20 stories to be published in the annual From the Well anthology; winners showcased at West Cork Literary Festival Cork County Council’s Library and Arts Service is urging budding writers and authors to submit entries for the... Read More
27 January 2026 By Roger Kennedy roger@TheCork.ie Entertainment Roobet: Ireland’s Best Crypto Casino There are dozens of casino brands available for Irish users to play online. But even among them, there are leaders such as Roobet, which has proven its reliability and convenience over 10+ years of presence in the market. It is here that... Read More
26 January 2026 By Mary Bermingham mary@TheCork.ie Cork County Council has published a forward-looking publication titled: “The Commemorative Landscape of County Cork 2026–2040”, which examines, year by year, a variety of events that can be commemorated over the next fifteen years. Identifying close to 800 occurrences from the County’s history, the range of topics are... Read More
25 January 2026 By Mary Bermingham mary@TheCork.ie A Corkman who cycled the length of Africa is embarking on another mammoth challenge – a bike ride from Cork to Mount Everest base camp. Daragh Cronin is thought to be the youngest and fastest Irish person to navigate the entire length of Africa by bike and now... Read More
23 January 2026 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Garry ‘GMC’ McCarthy of The Kabin Studio Announced as Cork Person of the Year Garry McCarthy, Creative Director of The Kabin Studio has been named Cork Person of the Year for providing mentoring and recording services to young songwriters and rappers. The announcement was made at the Cork... Read More
23 January 2026 By Roger Kennedy roger@TheCork.ie Entertainment There is a branding issue with St. Patrick’s Day. By March 18th, a holiday based on craftsmanship, culture, and history had somehow come to be associated with plastic caps, novelty mugs, and items that would end up in the trash. That version of the holiday seems empty... Read More