1 April 2026 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Kingsbridge Private Hospital of Belfast is hosting free information events in Cork Cork residents are invited to attend a free information event hosted by Kingsbridge Private Hospital to learn how to access world-class medical treatment in Northern Ireland – fully reimbursed by the HSE. The events take place... Read More
1 April 2026 By Parr O’Dee news@TheCork.ie Satirical news / parody A Bishopstown resident was left reeling this week after discovering that his home of 12 years is, in fact, located in Wilton — a revelation that has shaken his identity, his address, and his sense of geographical pride. The resident, 39‑year‑old Mr O’Shea (who... Read More
1 April 2026 By Parr O’Dee news@TheCork.ie Satirical news / parody In a move being described as “innovative,” “decisive,” and “much handier than laying tracks,” transport authorities have confirmed that Cork Kent train station has been physically moved to Cork Airport, finally connecting the airport to Ireland’s rail network for the first time. The operation,... Read More
1 April 2026 By Parr O’Dee news@TheCork.ie Satirical news / parody Chaos, disbelief, and spontaneous wailing were reported today as Norman Harvey confirmed that its seemingly eternal sale — which has single handedly kept newspapers in business with its splashy 2 page daily adverts — has finally come to an end. The announcement, delivered via... Read More
1 April 2026 By Parr O’Dee news@TheCork.ie Satirical news / parody In a move that has stunned historians, delighted cruise companies, and mildly irritated everyone north of the South Link, a Cork Tourism Industry group has unveiled a controversial proposal to relocate the iconic Bells of Shandon from their centuries‑old perch in Cork city to... Read More
31 March 2026 By Mary Bermingham mary@TheCork.ie Cork Community Paint Grant Scheme 2026 Launched Up to 25 litres of high‑quality recycled paint available to local groups at no cost Cork County Council and Cork City Council have opened applications for the 2026 Relove Paint Community Paint Grant Scheme, which provides community groups, sports clubs and... Read More
30 March 2026, Monday By Valerie Ryan valerie@TheCork.ie Cork City Council celebrates completion of landmark Shandon restoration as church’s original 300-year-old doors are installed The Lord Mayor of Cork, Cllr Fergal Dennehy, rang the bells of the city’s famous St Anne’s Church at Shandon Friday to mark the formal completion of a major Cork City... Read More
29 March 2026 By Bryan McCarthy bryan@TheCork.ie DeBarra’s Folk Club presents Ímar Saturday 25th April Tickets on sale now from https://debarra.ie/event/imar/ DeBarra’s Folk Club are delighted to present new Glasgow-based five-piece Ímar to perform on Saturday, 25th April. Ímar features current and former members of Mànran, Mec Lir, RURA and Talisk, and a collectively crammed... Read More
28 March 2026 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie A EuroMillions player in Co. Cork has had a Friday night to remember as they matched 5 numbers in the EuroMillions draw to win €27,551. The winning Quick Pick ticket was purchased on the day of the draw, Friday 27th March, at Spar, Firegrove Service Station, Bishopstown, Co.... Read More
28 March 2026 By Valerie Ryan valerie@TheCork.ie EirGrid, the operator and developer of the Ireland’s electricity grid, will commence marine and coastal surveys as part of its Powering Up Offshore – South Coast programme along the south coast, beginning this April. This marks the next phase of site investigation works and follows the successful completion of an initial phase... Read More
27 March 2026 By Valerie Ryan valerie@TheCork.ie Uisce Éireann has recently delivered the first phase of improvement works at Grand Parade Pumping Station. These works are part of Uisce Éireann’s wider investment in wastewater services across Cork City – strengthening essential infrastructure that communities rely on every day. Works commenced in early January along a... Read More
26 March 2026 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Skibbereen Heritage Centre Announces Update on Cork County Council Burial Register Records – Records from 27 graveyards have been added in the last year Skibbereen Heritage Centre has added newly digitised Cork County Council burial register records from 27 graveyards to its online database. This latest update brings the... Read More