16 August 2020 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie The introduction of a National Immunisation Register could lead to better disease prevention and control, Fine Gael TD Colm Burke has said. Deputy Burke said, “Covid-19 has changed how healthcare is delivered in all parts of the world due to the requirement to maintain social distancing and prevent... Read More
16 August 2020 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Cork has been selected as the Host for the International Napoleonic society conference in 2022. The Napoleon Society of Ireland (NSI) is particularly honoured to be chosen as this is the second time Ireland has hosted the INS Congress having hosted the 2016 event at the Stephen’s Green... Read More
15 August 2020 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie A petition has been launched calling on Cork City Council to extend the pedestrianisation of the Marina in Blackrock beyond the end of August initial deadline. “It’s very clear to see the physical and mental health benefits this pedestrianisation has brought,” said Peter Horgan, Labour Party Local Area... Read More
15 August 2020 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie ‘Moby Dick’ Film Commemorated in Youghal with Public Art Scene from movie: The sermon on Jonah from Moby Dick Mayor of the County of Cork Cllr Mary Linehan Foley has unveiled a sculpture in Youghal to commemorate the filming of John Huston’s 1954 classic film adaptation of ‘Moby... Read More
14 August 2020 By Mary Bermingham mary@TheCork.ie “Until the Naval Service is strengthened, we must look for support from our EU colleagues” The Cork-based Ireland South MEP, Billy Kelleher (Fianna Fail) has called on the Irish Government to reach out to other EU member states with a view to securing support in policing Irish fishing... Read More
14 August 2020 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie A number of charities and community groups in Cork have welcomed donations from the local Amazon Customer Service Centre. Cork Life Centre, Mercy University Hospital, Dress for Success, and Cork Simon Community received donations from the Cork team as part of an Amazon programme to support communities affected... Read More
14 August 2020 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Baltimore RNLI were called out to provide a medical evacuation earlier this afternoon (Friday 14 August) from Sherkin Island off the coast of Baltimore, West Cork. The volunteer lifeboat crew launched their all-weather lifeboat at 2.41pm, following a request from the Irish Coast Guard to provide medical assistance... Read More
14 August 2020 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Limited number of spots available at key fundraiser for leading Cork charity Only a handful of tee-times remain for Cope Foundation’s annual Golf Classic fundraiser. In its 24th year, the annual event raises much-needed funds for people with intellectual disabilities and/or autism and their families. Funds raised from... Read More
14 August 2020 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie The need to upgrade the R624 road from Cobh Cross on the N25 road to Cobh town has been highlighted once again by Cork East Fine Gael TD, David Stanton. Speaking in Cobh recently Deputy Stanton said: “The Belvelly Bridge, constructed over 215 years ago in 1803, was... Read More
14 August 2020 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Fianna Fáil TD for Cork North Central Pádraig O’Sullivan has encouraged students to participate in the forthcoming BT Young Scientist Exhibition which will run online next year, respecting the public health guidance. He commented, “The importance of science and technology has never been to the fore as much... Read More
13 August 2020 By Mary Bermingham mary@TheCork.ie Clonakilty Blackpudding uses a secret recipe that dates back to the late 1800’s First, it was made in Clonakilty town, then it outgrew the Pearse Street ‘Edward Twomey’ Butchers premises. From 1992 it was made in an industrial Estate in Little Island near Cork City. Coming full circle;... Read More
