10 June 2025 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie New Tuath Housing development prioritises accessibility and inclusion The ribbon was recently been cut on Ard Na Mara, a new housing development for older persons in Schull, Co. Cork Cllr Danny Collins, deputising for the Mayor of County Cork Cllr Joe Carroll, officially opened Ard na Mara today.... Read More
8 June 2025 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Cork City Council, in partnership with Murnane and O’Shea Ltd, has announced the launch of a major new Affordable Housing Scheme at Glenbride, Kilnap, Old Mallow Road—ideally located less than 10 minutes from Cork City Centre. The development, which will comprise 86 homes in total, is on lands... Read More
5 June 2025 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie What is the Housing Assistance Payment? The Housing Assistance Payment (HAP) is a social housing support for people who have a long-term housing need. HAP is provided by your local authority. If you are on HAP, your local authority pays your rent directly to your landlord and you... Read More
27 May 2025 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Cork City Council are holding a public drop-in Vacancy & Dereliction session in Glanmire Library on Wednesday 28th May from 11am to 1pm aimed at informing members of the public on the supports available to refurbish vacant and derelict properties, including the popular Vacant Property Refurbishment Grant. Over... Read More
22 May 2025 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie A major recruitment drive is underway to attract graduate planners from Cork into Ireland’s county and city councils. The local government initiative aims to attract suitably qualified graduates exiting degree or masters courses in Ireland, Northern Ireland, Britain or internationally. Successful candidates will have the opportunity to positively... Read More
20 May 2025 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Cork County Council has announced a Cost Rental Scheme which aims to provide affordable rented accommodation to people on middle incomes. Applications for the new two and three bed houses at The Fairways, Tir Cluain, Midleton will open at 12 noon on Tuesday the 3rd of June 2025.... Read More
17 May 2025 By Bryan McCarthy bryan@TheCork.ie The extension of the First Home Scheme will help more people in Cork buy their own home, Fine Gael Cork North West TD John Paul O’Shea has said. Deputy O’Shea has said an extra €30m in funding and the extension of the First Home Scheme will continue to support... Read More
24 April 2025 By Roger Kennedy roger@TheCork.ie The Best Shelving Ideas for Every Room in Your House Shelving is the secret weapon of a well-organized home. It’s versatile, stylish, and can transform any room from chaotic to calm. Whether you’re wrangling toys in the kids’ room or showcasing art in the living room, the right... Read More
24 April 2025 By Roger Kennedy roger@TheCork.ie It is the stuff of nightmares for homeowners, but home insurance can be your saviour in a crisis situation. Although it isn’t the most pleasant of topics to think about, opting into the right policy is one of the best ways to protect your investment if the unexpected... Read More
22 April 2025 By Valerie Ryan valerie@TheCork.ie Clúid Housing is opening applications for 51 two- and three-bed Cost Rental houses at its new development at Newton Heights, Boherboy Road, Cork. Applications for new Cost Rental homes at Newton Heights, Boherboy Road, Lotamore, Cork, opened at 9am on Wednesday 16 April and will close at 5pm... Read More
7 April 2025 By Mary Bermingham mary@TheCork.ie The Office of Public Works announces 2024 Visitor Data for Heritage Sites Dublin Castle the Number 1 ticketed heritage site in Ireland; Regional growth at Dungarvan Castle, Donegal Castle, Corlea Trackway, Loughcrew, JFK Arboretum and the Blasket Visitor Centre Ireland’s Castles, Parklands, National Monuments and Gardens continue to... Read More
2 April 2025 By Mary Bermingham mary@TheCork.ie The strategy follows a series of successful community engagement events and consultation with local stakeholders. Cork City Council today launched the Shandon Integrated Urban Strategy (IUS), an action-based roadmap for the sustainable and heritage led regeneration of the Shandon area over the coming years. The IUS was drafted... Read More