17 March 2026 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie The Coast Guard have completed the urgent medical evacuation of a crew member from a container ship, the Eagle 2, which was 110 nautical miles south west of Castletownbere, Co. Cork. The medevac took place earlier today at 4.30pm. Valentia Coast Guard coordinated the medevac tasking the Coast... Read More
17 March 2026 By Valerie Ryan valerie@TheCork.ie Demi and Mikey on 2FM Drive are taking the show to Cork on March 20th. Demi is from Mallow and is thrilled to show off the place to Mikey, who is from Dublin. You will know Demi Isaac Oviawe from The Young Offenders and Dancing With the Stars.... Read More
17 March 2026 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie The weekly prize of €50,000 goes to Prize Bond number BM144825 held in County Cork. The bond was purchased in 1997. There were over 8,745 prizes awarded in this week’s Prize Bond Draw, amounting to more than €732,800. In addition to a €500,000 prize awarded on the last... Read More
17 March 2026 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Fota Wildlife Park is delighted to announce the return of the 35-metre-high Panoramic Wheel, an exciting temporary attraction designed to ‘elevate’ the visitor experience. Launchedon the 14th of March, the Panoramic Wheel will operate for a limited time only. Located within the Park grounds, the Panoramic Wheel is an... Read More
16 March 2026 By Mary Bermingham mary@TheCork.ie Refurbishment works at Leap Playground have now been completed, creating a modern and vibrant recreational space for children and families in the local community. The upgraded facility includes a range of new play equipment designed to provide a safer and more inclusive environment that encourages outdoor play, physical... Read More
16 March 2026 By Valerie Ryan valerie@TheCork.ie KNOW YOUR RIGHTS: The Housing Assistance Payment (HAP) The Housing Assistance Payment (HAP) is a social housing support for people who have a long-term housing need. HAP is provided by your local authority You can take up full-time employment and still get HAP. Who can get the HAP... Read More
16 March 2026 By Roger Kennedy roger@TheCork.ie It’s that time of year – Mother’s Day – and finding the perfect jewellery gift means choosing something that reflects her unique personality while showing genuine appreciation. Whether you’re shopping for a first-time mum or celebrating decades of maternal wisdom, jewellery remains one of the most treasured gifts... Read More
15 March 2026 By Valerie Ryan valerie@TheCork.ie Cork’s biggest celebration of food is set to return from 12–16 August 2026, with organisers inviting local businesses to take part in next year’s programme. Tickets will go on sale in May. Cork on a Fork Fest, a flagship festival of Cork City Council, will once again transform... Read More
14 March 2026 By Valerie Ryan valerie@TheCork.ie Tickets are moving quickly for Blackwater Valley Opera Festival (BVOF) which takes place in Waterford and East Cork from 26 May to 1 June 2026, with several key events already sold out. Ireland’s Summer Opera Festival will present 24 performances in 13 historic venues throughout the region, bringing... Read More
13 March 2026 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Cork North West Fine Gael TD John Paul O’Shea has praised the ESB for carrying out clean-up and improvement works at two recreational parking areas along the road between Coachford and Macroom, just before Carrigadrohid village. Deputy O’Shea said the works have significantly improved the appearance and accessibility... Read More
12 March 2026 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Taoiseach Micheál Martin and UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer to hold UK-Ireland Summit in Cork Taoiseach Micheál Martin will today (Thursday) welcome UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer to Cork for the second annual UK-Ireland Summit. At last year’s inaugural Summit in Liverpool, both leaders agreed to launch a... Read More
11 March 2026 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie The Carrigaline branch is located with the existing Library, near Dunnes Stores on Strand Road, Carrigaline, Co Cork with an email address of europedirect@corkcoco.ie Nine EUROPE DIRECT centres from Ireland will join other 391 from across the EU in Brussels on Thursday, 12 March, to exchange best practices on... Read More