top of page 17 April 2020 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Explainer: Commercial Rates is a local commercial property tax which part funds the expenditure programmes of City/County Councils. Rates are charged on commercial properties such as shops, offices, factories, warehouses, hotels, licensed premises etc. The Vintners’ Federation of Ireland (VFI) has welcomed confirmation from government that commercial... Read More
top of page 17 April 2020 By Mary Bermingham mary@TheCork.ie Gardaí investigating the theft from 15 cars and the theft of a van in Eltins Wood and Compass Quay, Kinsale, Co Cork on April 6, 2020 have arrested and charged two males. Two juveniles/children (i.e. persons under the age of 18), both aged in their... Read More
top of page 17 April 2020 By Bryan Smyth bryan@TheCork.ie New membership rates almost doubles versus same period last year Mr Michael Ring TD, the Minister for Rural & Community Development, has called on members of the public to avail of the excellent content and services offered by the online public library service during the... Read More
top of page 17 April 2020 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Treatment There is no specific treatment for coronavirus. But many of the symptoms of coronavirus can be treated at home. Take any medication you are already taking as usual, unless you are told not to by a healthcare professional. Most people who catch coronavirus will experience mild symptoms. They... Read More
top of page 17 April 2020 By Mary Bermingham mary@TheCork.ie The current Mayor of Clonakilty is Michael O’Neill Jnr. The Mayorship is a non-statutory position created locally after the Town Council was abolished in 2014. It is overseen by the Clonakilty Mayoral Council. Hello, my name is Michael O’Neill Jnr and I am the Mayor of... Read More
top of page 16 April 2020 By Bryan Smyth bryan@TheCork.ie With the growing need for home deliveries, artisan butchers, James Whelan Butchers has launched a new local next day delivery, which compliments it’s established online business. The local delivery is available online at www.jameswhelanbutchers.com, for customers living within a 15km radius of James Whelan Butchers,... Read More
top of page 16 April 2020 By Bryan Smyth bryan@TheCork.ie Cork Airport has scaled back hours of operation, but is continuing to facilitate scheduled flights by both Aer Lingus and Ryanair, which are mostly carrying Irish Citizens making their way home. The Airport also remains open for any possible MedEvacs, emergency landings, and to allow... Read More
top of page 16 April 2020 By Bryan Smyth bryan@TheCork.ie During the current Corona Virus pandemic, Cork County Council staff members are supporting local communities where people are socially isolated and cocooned. In Midleton La Trattoria Restaurant run by the Corigliano family, prepare over 300 meals daily and through a network of local volunteers, distribute... Read More
top of page 16 April 2020 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Bookies: Micheál Martin 4/11 from 8/11 to Become Next Taoiseach Micheál Martin and Leo Varadkar have agreed a policy framework document which will see both Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael enter government together. The two leaders agreed to work towards forming a majority government for five years but... Read More
top of page 16 April 2020 By Mary Bermingham mary@TheCork.ie Unacceptable that this vital sector is being excluded IFA President Tim Cullinan has called on the Government to introduce a specific low-interest loan Covid-19 Market Disruption Support Scheme for the farming sector as a matter of urgency. Primary agriculture, horticulture and aquaculture, with the exception... Read More
top of page 16 April 2020 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Lámh is a key sign system used by children and adults with intellectual disability and communication needs in Ireland It differs from ‘sign language’ which is typically used by people with hearing issues. Using a key sign system encourages eye contact and attention to movement;... Read More
top of page 16 April 2020 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie New road will run from Lower Kilmoney Road (between Service Station and Captains Boreen) north to two locations on Ballea Road. One by the soccer club, and the other next to the Hotel near the Old Pottery Road The new road will also pass the... Read More