23 July 2024 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Fianna Fail Deputy Christopher O’Sullivan has welcomed the establishment of 67 new special classes in Cork. Every one of these special classes will have six pupils, one teacher and one special needs assistant. Deputy O’Sullivan has welcomed confirmation from Minister for Education Norma Foley that budget funding has... Read More
23 July 2024 By Roger Kennedy roger@TheCork.ie Entertainment Picking a steadfast online casino can seem overwhelming with so much out there. But one most certainly sticks out from the rest. Bizzo Casino is a rather recent player in the online gambling space. Even though it just made its appearance in 2021, it gained a lot... Read More
22 July 2024 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Free Creative Climate Action Gleann a Phúca Project events on Sunday July 28th If you go down to the Glen on Sunday, you could be in for a big surprise! The Gleann a Phúca creative climate action project is hosting an educational, albeit potentially scary, River Monster Parade... Read More
22 July 2024 By Roger Kennedy roger@TheCork.ie The Football Association of Ireland (FAI) spent the past eight months searching for a manager to replace Stephen Kenny following his departure in November 2023. Interim boss John O’Shea has overseen things in recent months, but the FAI chose to look elsewhere for a permanent replacement for Kenny.... Read More
20 July 2024 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie It’s on the airside a.k.a. departure lounge “Roasted Notes”, a new café and wine bar operated by KSG has opened at Cork Airport in advance of the peak summer holiday months of July and August. “Roasted Notes,” a new premium specialty coffee and wine bar was officially opened... Read More
20 July 2024 By Mary Bermingham mary@TheCork.ie National median home price is €335K – Urban prices rise by 7.3% y/y – Total sales volume drops by -/-13.5% y/y Home sales prices in the Republic of Ireland have risen 5.3% compared to the same period last year, the Q2, 2024 Geowox Housing Market Report reveals. The median price... Read More
20 July 2024, Saturday By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie The atmosphere at Cork Airport in anticipation of Sunday’s All-Ireland Senior Hurling Championship Final reached fever pitch at Cork Airport as employees from across the airport arrived to work today decked out in red and white. The terminal at Cork Airport has been festooned with red and... Read More
20 July 2024 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Johnson & Johnson recently announced that it has completed the purchase of a property located next to its existing Innovative Medicine manufacturing facility in Ringaskiddy, Co. Cork[1]. The property encompasses a 16.5-acre site, which will bring Johnson & Johnson’s total footprint in Ringaskiddy to 116.5-acres. The site includes... Read More
19 July 2024 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie A 15-year framework aimed at increasing the quality and quantity of recreational trails for residents and visitors alike within the Ballyhoura Region. Trails have become an integral part of the Ballyhoura area over the past 30 years, providing a recreational experience for thousands of people annually. The local... Read More
19 July 2024 By Roger Kennedy roger@TheCork.ie In the competitive landscape of compact cars, two standout contenders are the Ford Fiesta and the Volkswagen Polo. Both models have carved out a loyal following due to their unique blend of design, technology, and performance. In this detailed comparison, we will explore how these vehicles stack up... Read More
18 July 2024 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie A Cork community centre has joined forces with a leading installer of solar PV to power its activities Swyft Energy installed 30 solar PV (photovoltaic) panels on the roof of Cobh (Great Island) Community Centre. Open seven days and six nights a week, it facilitates everything from sports and... Read More