22 July 2025 By Valerie Ryan valerie@TheCork.ie A 1979 guided tour through Cork explains the changes that have taken place and are being made to the city The 1979 video description is “An Taisce, the National Trust for Ireland, is giving young people in Cork the opportunity to explore some of the most interesting areas... Read More
22 July 2025 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Know Your Rights: Air Passenger Rights in the European Union Under EU and Irish law, you have certain rights when travelling by air with European airlines. All European airlines, travel agents, tour operators and businesses providing air transport services must observe your rights. What assistance am I entitled... Read More
22 July 2025 By Valerie Ryan valerie@TheCork.ie As part of a National Lottery promotion on Cork Centra is Serving the “EuroMillions Winner’s Favourite Lunch”* The National Lottery is celebrating Ireland’s biggest-ever EuroMillions jackpot win with a tasty tribute in Cork today. To mark the incredible €250 million win, free ham and cheese sambos will be... Read More
21 July 2025 By Roger Kennedy roger@TheCork.ie Ireland’s Entertainment Is Going Online Pexels Irish entertainment is changing. The pub and TV are no longer the only options. People in Ireland are looking to digital spaces. Mobiles, faster internet, and streaming platforms have changed habits. Online casinos, esports and video content, digital activities are now part... Read More
20 July 2025 By Bryan McCarthy bryan@TheCork.ie The third-daily service will start on 26 October 2025, as part of the winter schedule with over 32,000 more seats vs. last winter. “Third time’s a charm” as KLM Royal Dutch Airlines announced that it will expand its operations at Cork Airport by adding a third-daily service to... Read More
18 July 2025 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Art Historian Dr Matthew Whyte and Sample-Studios are offering an exciting new summer school this National Heritage Week from 18-21 August. This programme invites audiences to immerse themselves in the history of Irish art and culture across 4 days of engaging talks and site visits. The summer school... Read More
17 July 2025 By Valerie Ryan valerie@TheCork.ie Four tourism companies from Ireland – including The Montenotte Hotel – joined Tourism Ireland in Fort Lauderdale in Florida for the annual Global Travel Marketplace (GTM). GTM is a three-day event, involving a programme of bespoke one-to-one appointments and networking sessions. The event offers an excellent opportunity for... Read More
17 July 2025 By Roger Kennedy roger@TheCork.ie There’ll be one noise louder than a jet engine this Sunday and that will be the “Rebel roar” as Cork take to Croke Park in Sunday’s GAA All-Ireland Senior Hurling Championship Final versus Tipperary. The excitement has reached fever pitch at Cork Airport this week, as staff from... Read More
16 July 2025 By Roger Kennedy roger@TheCork.ie Sport In the world of heavyweight boxing, the biggest news of recent weeks is the victory of Fabio Wardley. The Ipswich-born fighter claimed the WBA interim heavyweight crown after beating Justis Huni at Portman Road. This was a big moment for the rising star, as he put himself... Read More
16 July 2025 By Roger Kennedy roger@TheCork.ie Entertainment Cork has always had its own way of doing things—independent, vibrant, and forward-thinking. As Ireland continues to evolve, so too do the ways we connect, date, and live life on our terms. In the last few years, lifestyle-driven dating platforms have been quietly transforming the relationship landscape,... Read More
Ballyhoura Development Launches New Pilot Project in Charleville under EU-Funded CITICESS Initiative
15 July 2025 By Valerie Ryan valerie@TheCork.ie Ballyhoura Development CLG is pleased to announce that it has received funding approval to implement a pilot initiative under the CITICESS Project, supported by Interreg EU Commencing this September, the pilot will be based in the Northside estates of Charleville – specifically Batt Donegan Place and Hillview Drive – an area recognised... Read More
15 July 2025 By Roger Kennedy roger@TheCork.ie Entertainment/Sport In Cork, youth sports are about way more than just playing. They’re where kids learn how to work as a team, put in effort, and respect others. It’s also a place to make friends and feel part of something bigger. If you’re into keeping up with sports... Read More