9 April 2025 By Roger Kennedy roger@TheCork.ie Entertainment The Emerald Isle of Ireland has no shortage of natural beauty, historical sights, and exciting attractions. Whether you’re a tourist or a local, exploring the country is both fun and rewarding. Amid Ireland’s incredible wonders, one place stands out: Cork, a city rich in significance and charm.... Read More
9 April 2025 By Roger Kennedy roger@TheCork.ie Entertainment Ireland has long been a popular place for visitors to explore and discover. This is set to continue in 2025, with millions more people sampling what this part of the world has to offer. Cork is undoubtedly one of the premier places to visit around Ireland, and... Read More
7 April 2025 By Mary Bermingham mary@TheCork.ie The Office of Public Works announces 2024 Visitor Data for Heritage Sites Dublin Castle the Number 1 ticketed heritage site in Ireland; Regional growth at Dungarvan Castle, Donegal Castle, Corlea Trackway, Loughcrew, JFK Arboretum and the Blasket Visitor Centre Ireland’s Castles, Parklands, National Monuments and Gardens continue to... Read More
6 April 2025 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Historic Buildings in Macroom and Castletownbere Receive Conservation Funding The Mayor of the County of Cork, Cllr Joe Carroll has welcomed Heritage Council grants totalling €450,000 for conservation works on two historic buildings. Cork County Council successfully applied for funding for St Peter’s Church, Castletownbere and Macroom Castle... Read More
5 April 2025 By Mary Bermingham mary@TheCork.ie There is a sizable Italian community in Cork City, there is even an Italian honorary consulate in Cork, so things Italian are celebrated leeside. This year, the selection of the best Italian films from the N.I.C.E. Italian Film Festival Ireland is coming to four Irish cities: Cork, Dublin,... Read More
5 April 2025 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Soccer Cork City FC has unveiled the third shirt for the 2025 season, which has been designed in-house by Rebel Army Clothing. The new black shirt features orange brand logos with the Zeus logo across the front in white. The shirt also features a soft pattern inspired by... Read More
3 April 2025 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie For the second year in a row the Local Authority Waters Programme (LAWPRO) is launching a national photography competition: “My Favourite Waterbody”. LAWPRO is a national shared service working on behalf of the 31 local authorities in Ireland coordinating efforts to achieve good water quality across the country... Read More
2 April 2025 By Mary Bermingham mary@TheCork.ie The strategy follows a series of successful community engagement events and consultation with local stakeholders. Cork City Council today launched the Shandon Integrated Urban Strategy (IUS), an action-based roadmap for the sustainable and heritage led regeneration of the Shandon area over the coming years. The IUS was drafted... Read More
2 April 2025 By Mary Bermingham mary@TheCork.ie Cork County Council has been awarded more than €72,000 for the repair and protection of Kinsale Museum through the Historic Structures Fund. The Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage’s National Built Heritage Service (NBHS) funding will be used to carry out repairs to internal plaster, external ironmongery, masonry walls... Read More
31 March 2025 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Award-winning comedian Al Porter has announced dates for his much-anticipated new stand-up show ‘ALGORITHM’ which begins at the end of August in Naas and finishes in February 2026 in Offaly (dates below). Al will take the show to Cork Opera House on the 31st August for one unforgettable performance! Al Porter’s ‘ALGORITHM’ delivers a candid,... Read More
31 March 2025 By Roger Kennedy roger@TheCork.ie Entertainment Cork, Ireland, is a city that blends history, culture, and modern life. Whether walking through historic streets, exploring vibrant markets, or enjoying the arts scene, there’s always something to experience. The city’s unique character is shaped by its past while embracing the energy of the present, making... Read More
30 March 2025 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Cork Player Hits the Daily Million Jackpot The National Lottery has crowned another millionaire in 2025 with the Daily Million top prize of €1,000,000 being won. This marks an impressive start to 2025, with 9 National Lottery Millionaires being made since the beginning of the year. A... Read More