9 June 2026 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Yesterday, An Taoiseach Micheál Martin visited The O’Flynn Group’s Dunkettle housing scheme which officially launched in late April of this year and has already sold out its first release of new homes. The first release comprised a mix of 2, 3 and 4 bed terraced and semi-detached homes.... Read More
3 June 2026 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie The Mobility Aids Grant Scheme helps you pay for basic work to address mobility issues you are having at home. For example, if you are having difficulty getting into the bath or shower, the grant could cover the cost of installing an accessible shower. The scheme is for... Read More
30 May 2026 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Registered charity ‘Dance Cork Firkin Crane’ Calls for Public Support to Sustain Cork’s Home for Dance Dance Cork Firkin Crane (The Firkin Crane Building, John Redmond Street, Shandon, Cork City, T23 Y584) is calling on the public to support the future of dance in Cork, as it launches... Read More
24 May 2026 By Bryan McCarthy bryan@TheCork.ie Cork County Council Opens New Enterprise Hub in Newmarket Cork County Council’s eNewmarket Enterprise Centre, located at West End, Newmarket, officially opened its doors on Monday, 11th May 2026. The ribbon was cut by Deputy Mayor of the County of Cork, Cllr. Ian Doyle, alongside Moira Murrell, Chief Executive... Read More
24 May 2026 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie In yesterday’s fine weather a ‘Street Feast‘ took place in a new Carrigaline Housing Estate; Janeville. Now in its 16th year, the national Street Feast weekend has grown into something simple but powerful; a chance for neighbours to come together in a way that makes everyday life feel... Read More
21 May 2026 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie The Land Development Agency (LDA) and BnM have completed the transfer of land with the potential to deliver up to 300 homes at Monahan Road in Cork City Docklands. Both parties reached an agreement allowing for BnM to transfer ownership of approx. 2.08 hectares (5 acres) of land... Read More
21 May 2026 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie What are your rights as a private tenant? As a private tenant, you have several important rights: You have the right to live in your home without disturbance. If noise from neighbours or other tenants is a problem, ask them to stop and inform your landlord. If the... Read More
13 May 2026 By Valerie Ryan valerie@TheCork.ie With Glanmire continuing to expand and new housing developments planned, the relocation represents a significant investment by AIB in the local area, ensuring the branch remains accessible, visible and central to the community it serves including Glanmire, Little Island and the East Cork area. AIB Glanmire has moved... Read More
12 May 2026 By Mary Bermingham mary@TheCork.ie Cork City Council has announced that it has bought the historic Counting House complex on South Main Street which is set to be reborn as the new Cork City Public Library. The €35m (plus VAT) acquisition has been completed with the support of the Department of Housing, Local... Read More
6 May 2026 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Office move from Elm Court, Boreenmanna Road to Penrose One, Penrose Dock Ford in Ireland is unusual in that its HQ is in the second city of Cork, not the capital of Dublin. This is for historic reasons. Henry Ford’s ancestors hailed from Ballinascarthy in County Cork, and... Read More
6 May 2026 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Danish retail favourite NORMAL continues its expansion in Ireland with the opening of a brand-new store in Cork at Queen’s Old Castle on Thursday 7th of May. Following two successful openings in Dublin, the Cork launch marks the brand’s third store in Ireland and its first move beyond the... 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