5 March 2017 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie The Seandun Macra na Feirme One Act Drama final took place in Ringaskiddy Hall on Sunday February 26th. Three teams contested the final. On the night Glanmire performed ‘Bloody Actors’, Whitechurch ‘Exit Right, Running’ while Kinsale performed ‘Victor’s Dung’. The standard was incredibly high and judge Tony... Read More
2 March 2017 By Bryan T. Smyth bryan@TheCork.ie Fáilte Ireland, along with Cork County Council, today officially marked the completion of over a decade of works at Youghal’s Clock Gate Tower which will see the iconic building open as a visitor experience. Bringing the historical story of Youghal to life, the attraction now promises to... Read More
2 March 2017 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Prize won thanks to Heineken Rugby Club on TV3’s ‘Clubhouse’ Show Ian Collins was the delighted rugby fan who won an all-expenses paid trip to Edinburgh for the Champions Cup final in May. He won the prize live on TV3’s ‘Clubhouse’ show last Tuesday, February 21st, as comedian... Read More
2 March 2017 By Bryan T. Smyth bryan@TheCork.ie The Parade which will be attended by 50,000 people, will take place in Cork City at 1pm on Friday March 17th Lord Mayor, Cllr. Des Cahill said “Cork is renowned internationally as the Food Capital of Ireland and we are delighted that Rachel Allen who is a... Read More
1 March 2017 By Bryan T. Smyth bryan@TheCork.ie • Cork Airport’s Food & Beverage Outlets undergoing major upgrade • New Food Court due to open in May as part of €4m investment in a series of projects at Cork Airport • Additional security screening space and new fire training ground part of major investment programme Passengers travelling... Read More
1 March 2017 By Bryan Smyth bryan@TheCork.ie Just Eat has announced the signing of 9 new restaurant partners in Cork. This brings the total number of restaurant partners in Cork to 127. The new Restaurant signings include: · Flame Asian · Eastern Tandoori · Bombay Palace · White Rabbit BBQ · Thali Restaurant · Hey... Read More
28 February 2017 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Film In Cork is delighted to announce that after a long and rigorous selection process, a unanimous winner has been selected for the €8,000 Short Script Award 2017. The winning project is ‘Earthly Bonds’, written and to be directed by Alan Dunne, and to be produced by Eamonn... Read More
27 February 2017 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Where: Cork Racecourse, Mallow When: Thursday 23rd March. Gates will open at 1pm, with the first race off at 3pm. Tickets for Cork’s RedFM student raceday at Cork Racecourse on Thursday 23rd March go on sale at 11am this morning. Tickets are available to buy from Cork Institute of... Read More
26 February 2017 By Bryan T. Smyth bryan@TheCork.ie Fáilte Ireland and Taste Cork have joined forces to encourage over twenty food operators in North Cork to tell their story and help them stand out in the international food tourism landscape. The workshop event, which was held at Longueville House, Mallow, addressed the growing expectations of... Read More
24 February 2017, Friday By Bryan T. Smyth bryan@TheCork.ie “A-fish-ionado Open Day” at The Fish Shop in Union Hall today which featured Conor Sheridan, owner/chef, the Glandore Bistro and Stephen Hurley, 2017 BIM Young Fishmonger of the Year. Stephen talked about what fish are in season, the importance of provenance and preparation and indicated some... Read More
22 February 2017 By Bryan T. Smyth bryan@TheCork.ie Organised by Cork City Council, The Cork St Patrick’s Festival will take place from March 17th to March 19th with over 50,000 visitors expected to attend the Cork St Patrick’s Parade on Friday March 17th. Throughout the festival weekend, Cork will be a hive of activity with... Read More
22 February 2017 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Tourism Ireland has teamed up with Flybe and Cork Airport, to promote flights to Cork from Cardiff and grow tourist numbers to the South of Ireland this year. The joint campaign kicks off this week and will run until 9th April. Working closely with airlines and airports to... Read More