10 June 2024 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie The annual flagship fundraiser Up the Hill for the Jack and Jill Children’s Foundation is back for its 10th year and to mark this milestone anniversary, the charity is calling on people across Co. Cork to take on their own Up the Hill challenge to celebrate someone special to them. To kick start... Read More
8 June 2024 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie John Collins, John Lenihan and John Keenan initially planned to collect used bottles and cans to pay for a Chinese takeaway on their final night shift of the month at Cork University Hospital. But the colleagues, dubbed The 3 Johnnies, swiftly realised that the volume of empties across... Read More
4 June 2024 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Irish Guide Dogs for the Blind is offering two winners the opportunity to join footballing legend and our Ambassador, Roy Keane for a private lunch/dinner! And both winners can bring along three friends. Roy Keane is Ambassador for the well known Model Farm Road, Cork based charity. To enter visit https://shop.guidedogs.ie/products/roy-keane-dinner-competition?_pos=1&_psq=roy&_ss=e&_v=1.0... Read More
3 June 2024 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie The Cork City Marathon 2024 has concluded with incredible performances and an electrifying atmosphere that highlighted the spirit of the city. More than 10,000 people took part and tens of thousands lined the streets in support. The full marathon saw newlywed and second time winner Pawel Kosek from... Read More
2 June 2024 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Cork charity aims to raise €1 million for vital services in 2024 People supported by Cope Foundation will be joining teams of golfers this summer in an effort to raise funds to empower people with an intellectual disability and/or autism. The Cork based charity is hoping to raise... Read More
1 June 2024 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Cork University Hospital (CUH) has become the first public hospital in Ireland to begin offering Stereotactic Body Radiation Therapy (SBRT) to patients with liver tumours. This game-changing radiation therapy may be used to treat patients with medically inoperable primary and secondary liver cancers – completely transforming the treatment... Read More
28 May 2024 By Roger Kennedy roger@TheCork.ie Have you ever caught a glimpse of yourself in the mirror and wondered, “When did I start looking this old?” Or maybe it’s not so much about age, but more about wanting a refreshed, vibrant look. Either way, you’re not alone. We all wish to hold on to... Read More
9 May 2024 By Valerie Ryan valerie@TheCork.ie As May marks Skin Cancer Awareness Month, experts are urging the public to be aware of the dangers of sun exposure, sunbeds and the importance of early detection. According to Dr Shane Redmond of the Rose Clinic, the use of sunbeds can significantly increase the risk of skin... Read More
2 May 2024 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Race organisers have advised that they have already reached 70% capacity for the 2024 Cork City Marathon and all three races are likely to sell out before the closing date on May 26th. The countdown to the highly anticipated Cork City Marathon 2024 on June 2nd is well... Read More
18 April 2024 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Cork City FC has confirmed two new partnerships with local businesses for the Senior Women’s Team. Affidea ExpressCare, located in the Elysian in Cork City, will be the back of shorts sponsor for the Senior Women’s Team for the 2024 season. Affidea ExpressCare’s walk-in service treats patients for... Read More
17 April 2024 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie UPMC Sports Medicine, a renowned leader in comprehensive sports medicine care, has opened a state-of-the-art clinic at the Mardyke Arena University College Cork. This a significant milestone in our commitment to delivering top-tier healthcare services for athletes and active individuals and is the latest clinic addition to the... Read More