28 April 2026 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie A major public consultation has been launched to inform the development of the first-ever Cork City Local Safety Plan 2026–2029, a landmark initiative designed to address local safety challenges and to enhance the feeling of safety in communities across the city. The Plan is due to be published... Read More
28 April 2026 By Roger Kennedy roger@TheCork.ie Cork has a strong culture of enterprise, from family run firms and local service businesses to ambitious startups building around technology, food, life sciences, engineering, and professional services. In the early growth phase, sales, hiring, funding, delivery, cash flow, client relationships and product decisions all compete for attention... Read More
28 April 2026 By Roger Kennedy roger@TheCork.ie Ireland performs far beyond expectations in international trade. In 2024, Ireland ranked as the 24th largest economy in the world by GDP and the 29th largest exporter globally, out of 226 countries. For a relatively small nation, those are impressive numbers, and they reflect just how dependent Irish... Read More
28 April 2026 By Roger Kennedy roger@TheCork.ie How Digital Payments Are Shaping Ireland’s Online Entertainment Habits Ireland’s online entertainment market has changed quickly. People now manage subscriptions, streaming services, mobile games and other digital services directly from their phones. Convenience has become a major part of the decision-making process, and payment methods are now almost... Read More
27 April 2026 By Tony Forde tony@TheCork.ie Cork City Council’s new dog fouling awareness campaign has got people talking – and hopefully it will encourage more people to clean up their dog’s waste. The aim of the campaign, launched this month and featuring the slogan “Get Your Sh*t Together”, is not to shock – it... Read More
27 April 2026 By Roger Kennedy roger@TheCork.ie Entertainment For anyone interested or involved in the Irish iGaming market, the landscape is set for a significant shake up. Earlier this year (2026) in February, the Gambling Regulatory Authority of Ireland (GRAI) made the seismic change to commence operating as a centralised regulator. The move handed the... Read More
26 April 2026 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie The Cork HQ’ed Musgrave, is proud to announce its role as an Official Supporter of the 2027 Ryder Cup, set to take place at Adare Manor, Co. Limerick in September 2027. This landmark partnership brings together one of Europe’s most successful family-owned businesses, with 150 years of heritage,... Read More
26 April 2026 By Tony Forde tony@TheCork.ie Eight community organisations will share €100,000 in funding Irish renewable energy company Amarenco has awarded funding totalling almost €100,000 to five communities in Co Cork. The successful community projects include upgrading a woodland walking trail in Carrigaline; solar panels for Whitechurch National School; defibrillators and other equipment for... Read More
25 April 2026 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Cork County Council is deeply saddened by the passing of Cllr Joe Carroll A passionate and dedicated advocate for West Cork, Cllr. Carroll served his community with distinction over many years. He was elected Mayor of the County of Cork in 2024, a role he undertook with great... Read More
25 April 2026 By Valerie Ryan valerie@TheCork.ie Dealership is located on the Clonakilty side of Bandon at Clonakilty Road, Roundhill Townland, Bandon, Cork, P72 DP26 Kearys Motor Group’s representation of the New Energy Vehicle (NEV) brand, BYD continues to strengthen in County Cork with the announcement by Motor Distributors Limited (MDL) that the renowned motor... Read More
24 April 2026 By Mary Bermingham mary@TheCork.ie Cork City Council has published a proposed variation to the Cork City Development Plan which seeks to increase the amount of land zoned for residential development, in order to secure the objectives of national guidelines issued last year. Since the publication of the guidelines, Cork City Council undertook... Read More
24 April 2026 By Roger Kennedy roger@TheCork.ie Entertainment Online casino sites in Ireland have gotten more and more popular over the past few years. With advanced technology leading the way, at first glance, it might look to you as if all digital wagering platforms are more or less the same and the only thing you... Read More