top of page 4 May 2017 By Bryan T. Smyth bryan@TheCork.ie The organisers of Cork Midsummer Festival 2017 have unveiled a diverse and exciting programme of events. Taking place across 10 days from 16-25 June, this year’s festival features over 400 artists. More than 50,000 people are expected to attend Cork’s largest annual multi-disciplinary arts festival,... Read More
top of page By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Minister Bruton announces patronage of 4 new Primary schools – including an Irish speaking primary school in Ballincollig The Minister for Education and Skills, Richard Bruton T.D., today announced the patronage of the four new primary schools to be established in 2017 and 2018. In all cases the... Read More
top of page 4 May 2017 By Bryan T. Smyth bryan@TheCork.ie Cork Airport, in partnership with Enterprise Ireland, has launched a very exciting competition to invite tenders from the bustling tech community in Cork under the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) initiative. The competition is to identify and develop a smart and innovative new real... Read More
top of page 4 May 2017 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Cork East TD, Kevin O’Keeffe (Fianna Fail) has said that he is “deeply disappointed” at the “apparent hands off approach” by the Minister for Enterprise, Jobs and Innovation to the Fermoy Business and Technology Park which has lain idle for over 15 years. Deputy O’Keeffe... Read More
top of page 4 May 2017 By Bryan T. Smyth bryan@TheCork.ie Three years on from the collapse of Setanta Insurance, over 1,600 claimants are still left hanging in limbo, according to Fianna Fáil Spokesperson on Finance Michael McGrath. Figures released to Deputy Michael McGrath, through a parliamentary question, reveal that, as at 31 March 2017,... Read More
top of page 4 May 2017 By Bryan T. Smyth bryan@TheCork.ie Cork based Fine Gael Senator, Tim Lombard, has said local homes, community amenities and commercial facilities will become more energy efficient thanks to government funding. “Twelve projects here in Cork will receive funding from the Better Energy Communities (BEC) scheme, administered by the Sustainable... Read More
top of page 4 May 2017 By Bryan Smyth bryan@TheCork.ie The four-star Trident Hotel in Kinsale has completed a substantial investment and refurbishment programme. The hotel, which is situated in the heart of the picturesque and iconic town of Kinsale, is known for its enviable waterfront location overlooking the famous yachting harbour that marks the... Read More
top of page 4 May 2017 By Bryan Smyth bryan@TheCork.ie PTSB Appeals process underlines need for strong watchdog role Rigorous independent oversight of the handling by banks of the tracker mortgage scandal is essential, according to Fianna Fáil’s Finance Spokesperson, Michael McGrath. Deputy McGrath was commenting following receipt of a parliamentary reply confirming that one... Read More
top of page 3 May 2017, 11.30am By Bryan T. Smyth bryan@TheCork.ie Enterprise Ireland has today hosted the first in a series of nationwide ‘Prepare for Brexit’ roadshows which will take place at the Maryborough Hotel, Cork from 8.00-10.30 am. Part of Enterprise Ireland’s #PrepareforBrexit campaign, the Cork roadshow featured speakers from SMEs, large companies... Read More
top of page 3 May 2017 By Bryan T. Smyth bryan@TheCork.ie A recent innovative ‘live Crowd Funding Event’ held by the Cork Foundation, raised funds for four Cork Social Enterprises. The event consisted of a mix of potential donors and Cork business leaders, who were presented with a pitch by each of the four participating... Read More
top of page 3 May 2017 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Liz Allen from Togher, Co. Cork won €30,000 on last Saturdays (29th April 2017) National Lottery Winning Streak game show on RTE. The bulk of the prize was made up from the value of a car won. A total of five players from Cork, Tyrone,... Read More
top of page 3 May 2017 By Bryan Smyth bryan@TheCork.ie Cork North West TD, Michael Moynihan has said that it was a distinct pleasure and honour for him to welcome the Duhallow Choral Society to Leinster House last night for a night of music and song. “As the local TD, I have long known that... Read More
