top of page 3 March 2025 By Mary Bermingham mary@TheCork.ie New Book Cork County Council has recently launched the 12th book in its ‘Heritage of County Cork’ publication series, this time exploring the county’s trade and retail heritage from the prehistoric period through to the present day. Supported by the Heritage Council, and running since... Read More
top of page 2 March 2025 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Cork Business Association held its 68th Annual General Meeting this week at the Metropole Hotel Cork. The event marked the election of Mr Dave O’Brien as the new President. O’Brien, Head of Tax at Xeinadin Ireland – who acquired Quintas in 2023—oversees tax planning, company... Read More
top of page 2 March 2025 By Mary Bermingham mary@TheCork.ie Cork County Council is offering native trees to schools, community groups and organisations to celebrate National Tree Week 2025. An initiative of the Tree Council of Ireland, National Tree Week will take place from March the 9th to the 16th. The initiative invites communities to learn... Read More
top of page 1 March 2025 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Do you have a document that needs the signature of a Commissioner for Oaths / Peace Commissioner / Notary Public / Notary / Practising Solicitor, in Carrigtwohill (sometimes known as Carrigtoohill or Carrigtohill) Mr David O’Sullivan (BA, DipBusLegal, HDipHRM) is a long established Cork Commissioner... Read More
top of page 1 March 2025, Saturday By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Young Offenders Actor Shane Casey (who plays Billy Murphy) named as Cork Person of the Year Actor, playwright, and community leader Shane Casey has been named Cork Person of the Year for 2024. The announcement was made at Friday’s Cork Person of the Year... Read More
top of page 1 March 2025 By Mary Bermingham mary@TheCork.ie As Lisavaird Co-Op approaches its 100th anniversary in 2025, the organisation is calling on the community to help commemorate this milestone by sharing photographs and stories that capture its rich history. As part of the centenary celebrations and to honour the people who have... Read More
top of page 28 February 2025 By Mary Bermingham mary@TheCork.ie Some people change jobs at the beginning of the year. When you decide to change your job, there are important steps to follow in terms of giving proper notice and getting references. There is a legal requirement to inform your employer that you intend to... Read More
top of page 28 February 2025 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie “Iron and manganese levels render water unsuitable for human consumption” – says Trade Union Union. Protest set for Grand Parade on Saturday Trade union Unite, which represents water service workers in Cork and around the country, today announced the results of tests carried out on... Read More
top of page 27 February 2025 By Mary Bermingham mary@TheCork.ie Banteer Native Joanne Buckley Brings Egypt to Irish Travellers Joanne Buckley is inspiring Irish travellers to explore the wonders of Egypt through her bespoke travel business, Travelmaker Jo. Joanne grew up on a dairy farm in Banteer, the youngest of three siblings. Up until 2016,... Read More
top of page 27 February 2025 By Roger Kennedy roger@TheCork.ie When life is predictable, gardening is a hobby. When the world turns upside down, it’s survival. No one wants to imagine a time when grocery stores are empty, supply trucks stop rolling, or tap water becomes unreliable. But if history has taught us anything, it’s... Read More
top of page 26 February 2025 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Sports News Munster Technological University (MTU) has made history, claiming a sensational double victory at the AFL Ireland Fitzpatrick Cup this past weekend. This achievement solidifies MTU’s status as a dominant force in university-level Australian Rules football. From early morning until late evening, a total... Read More