20 December 2021 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Dairygold is has announced the appointment of a new member to its Board of Directors after an election which took place on the 17th December 2021. Michael J. Murphy, a dairy farmer, from Skehanagh, Ballinhassig, Co. Cork was elected to fill the ‘Mid Cork’ vacancy, replacing Richard Hinchion... Read More
20 December 2021 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Swiss International Air Lines (SWISS) has commenced a new weekly service to Geneva from Cork Airport this winter. The beautiful city of Geneva is placed in the middle of Europe’s best-known skiing region, the Alps, with plenty of great ski options. This new route operates on Sundays from... Read More
20 December 2021 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Cork City Council were winners in four categories at the Chambers Ireland Excellence in Local Government Awards this year, including the prestigious Local Authority of the Year award. Other winning projects include Sports on the Green in the Health and Wellbeing category, Reopening a More Resilient Cork City... Read More
20 December 2021 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie The odds of a White Christmas in Ireland are getting shorter as the big day continues to draw closer. Met Éireann have predicted settled conditions this week, but previous warnings suggested temperatures could drop later in the week and punters have been trying to bag a Christmas bonus... Read More
20 December 2021 By Mary Bermingham mary@TheCork.ie Owen Ashton, a farm manager from County Cork took home the top prize as he was crowned the 2021 FBD Young Farmer of the Year. A graduate in Agriculture from Aberystwyth University in Wales, Owen manages a dairy herd of 180 cows in Castlelyons, County Cork. Over the... Read More
20 December 2021 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie
20 December 2021 By Roger Kennedy roger@TheCork.ie Betting is big business in Ireland and wagering on top-class sporting events is a popular pastime for many enthusiasts. Technological advances and the advent of sports betting apps has enabled bettors to fully immerse themselves in their favourite leagues and competitions 24/7, and with live betting sites +... Read More
19 December 2021 By Mary Bermingham mary@TheCork.ie The Port of Cork has welcomed the biggest ever car carrier to its port, further evidence of its enhanced positioning as a key gateway for international trade and as an attractive option for shipping companies impacted by the congestion crisis currently plaguing ports across Europe. Port of Cork... Read More
19 December 2021 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Cork County Council has created a special video to highlight the magic and sparkle of A Real Cork Christmas. There is a wonderful festive atmosphere in the towns and villages of County Cork with unique businesses and gifts waiting to be discovered. Stunning displays of Christmas lights have... Read More
19 December 2021 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Skibbereen based Dominic has fulfilled a 30-year dream by opening his first photography exhibition at Cork Airport. Although taking pictures for over 30 years, Dominic Casey who works as a marketing manager at his local credit union only began selling prints of his work in 2020 after people... Read More
19 December 2021 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Sam Perkin, from the Lower Glanmire Road, Cork City has a new album called ‘Suburban Distortion – Flow’ The recording uses Electric Guitar (Distortion), Electric Guitar (Clean), and Acoustic Guitar and lasts almost 30 minutes. It was commissioned by Thomas Schuttenhelm and Network For New Music, Philadelphia, and... Read More
19 December 2021 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Three more Cork streets have been unveiled as bespoke outdoor dining destinations following the installation of Failte Ireland-funded infrastructure that will further enhance the city’s outdoor dining experience. Union Quay, Caroline Street and Beasley Street have been architecturally re-modelled to support outdoor hospitality while incorporating the unique personality... Read More