15 June 2023 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Politics Harmon calls on Minister Darragh O’Brien to ensure that a fully operational fire station in Ballincollig is part of the solution to the firefighters dispute Labour Local Area Rep for Ballincollig, Laura Harmon said: “Our brave and hardworking retained fire service are the backbone of our community... Read More
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14 June 2023 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie GAA Coffee Morning Carrigaline GAA came up with a novel idea of a coffee morning for their veteran members. The first gathering which was well attended took place in the GAA Pavilion last Friday morning. The event was attended by Club President Thos Maye, Cathaoirleach Philip O’Reilly, former players, officers... Read More
14 June 2023 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Realignment of N73 Road Enhances Safety and Connectivity The Mayor of the County of Cork, Cllr Danny Collins has welcomed the successful completion of the realignment project on the N73 between Clogher Cross and Waterdyke. These transformative works have significantly improved safety, connectivity and travel experience for road... Read More
14 June 2023 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Housing Crisis Labour Cork East TD Seán Sherlock has urged Government to outline the plans in place to protect single homeless adults in the Cork and Kerry region. Deputy Sherlock said: “The housing disaster is a nationwide crisis, but the Cork Simon Home Truths: Single Homelessness in the... Read More
14 June 2023 By Roger Kennedy roger@TheCork.ie Entertainment Culturally speaking, Ireland has long been a country which has enjoyed gambling. From betting on chariot races in ancient times to the establishment of horse racing in Ireland in the 17th century, in the land of the 4-leaf clover gambling was always a pastime. The luck of... Read More
13 June 2023 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Organiser of annual event which has raised more than €100k for charity recognised The latest winner of the Cork International Hotel Community Spirit Awards has been announced as business owner Jim Griffin. Jim, who runs the family-owned Griffins Potatoes with his son, was nominated by the local community... Read More
11 June 2023 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Cork OPW gardens include Annes Grove, Co Cork Visitors to OPW Gardens and Heritage Sites climb to over 15 million as the public connects with nature The Office of Public Work (OPW) has today launched a new Visitor Guide to Ireland’s Historic Gardens which the OPW holds in... Read More
10 June 2023 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Wind Energy Ireland is inviting Cork residents to Get Out in the Wind this month and visit Ballyhoura Wind Farm, one of nearly a dozen Irish wind farms which are open, free of charge, to the public all year round. Located on the Cork-Limerick border, Ballyhoura wind farm offers... Read More
10 June 2023 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie In a change to the calendar for many cycling enthusiasts, this year’s Fort2Fort Charity Cycle will take place on Saturday, 29th July, starting at Camden Fort Meagher, with a choice of distances around Cork Harbour to suit cyclists of all abilities. Ireland rugby legend Rory Best was on... Read More
9 June 2023 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie South Mall used to be Cork’s financial and legal district, but in recent years many stalwarts have moved their premises – fortunately this is usually because they outgrew their offices, and now here is another example Savills Cork has announced that it has relocated to a stunning new... Read More
9 June 2023 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie The Irish-founded cosmetic chain recently introduced a number of own-brand products that include collagen supplements and sheet masks. The number of clinics worldwide reached 24 in recent weeks, with openings stateside in Houston, Texas and Fort Lauderdale, Florida. The group has seen 47% growth in revenue YoY globally... Read More