28 October 2026 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie More than 3,700 students are graduating from Munster Technological University (MTU) as part of its autumn 2026 conferring ceremonies across its campuses. Graduates representing 105 nationalities are being conferred across this year’s ceremonies, reflecting the diversity of MTU’s student community and its international reach. The occasions recognise achievements... Read More
28 October 2026 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Gardaí are appealing for witnesses following an incident of burglary that occurred in Douglas, Cork city on Thursday 22nd October 2026 between 11:30am and 12:15pm. Two males entered a domestic residence in the Johnstown area. A large quantity of cash has been reported as stolen. The males exited... Read More
26 October 2026 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie University College Cork (UCC) has awarded its 1845 Foundation Medal, the University’s highest individual honour, to distinguished alumnus Dr Michael Dowling, in recognition of his exceptional contribution to healthcare, leadership, education, research and public service over more than five decades. The 1845 Foundation Medal was commissioned by the... Read More
25 October 2026, Sunday By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Two Lotto players in Cork and Kerry have extra reason to celebrate this Bank Holiday weekend after matching five numbers and the bonus to win €77,437 each in last night’s draw. The Cork player purchased their winning Quick Pick ticket on the day of the draw, Saturday,... Read More
24 October 2026 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie A delegation from the French Embassy and the Irish Embassy in France has visited a solar energy project currently under construction in County Cork that is expected to generate enough electricity to power 3,000 homes when complete. Céline Place, French Ambassador to Ireland; Alison Milton, Irish Ambassador to... Read More
22 October 2026 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Munster Technological University (MTU) has today conferred an honorary doctorate on former President of Ireland Michael D. Higgins in recognition of his outstanding contribution to Irish public life, the arts, culture, education and human rights. A distinguished academic, writer and poet, the former President has long championed wider... Read More
22 October 2026 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Carrigaline is County Cork’s largest town McDonald’s has today opened its newest restaurant in Carrigaline, Co Cork, following an investment of more than €6.6 million. The new restaurant created 80 jobs in the local community, providing a mix of full-time and part-time crew member positions, alongside opportunities in mid and senior management. The opening marks a further investment in Cork by McDonald’s franchisee Jim Ronayne, who also operates several McDonald’s restaurants across Cork and Tipperary. Jim Ronayne said: “We’re delighted to open our doors in Carrigaline and welcome our first customers. A lot of work has gone into bringing this restaurant to life, and it’s great to see it open and ready to serve the local community. The investment has also created 80 jobs, giving people in the area the opportunity to join our team and build their careers with us. I’ve worked with McDonald’s for more than 20 years, and I’m looking forward to making this restaurant a part of the Carrigaline community.” Ronayne was joined by local GAA star Brian Hayes and some crew members who cut the ribbon and welcomed the community to the new restaurant. The new 330-square-metre restaurant features a dual-lane Drive-Thru, 30 car parking spaces, bicycle parking, electric vehicle charging facilities and an outdoor seating area. The restaurant will trade seven days a week, with a 24-hour Drive-Thru and McDelivery service. Indoor seating is available from 7am to 11pm. The opening of the Carrigaline restaurant brings the total number of McDonald’s restaurants in the Republic of Ireland to 99. Every McDonald’s restaurant in Ireland is owned and operated by one of 18 local franchisees, who collectively employ more than 7,500 people nationwide.
22 October 2026 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Latest figures reveal over 500 vacant and derelict properties across Cork County Council brought back into use through the Vacant Property Refurbishment Grant Over 500 previously vacant and derelict properties have been restored to residential use across Cork County Council through the Vacant Property Refurbishment Grant, marking a... Read More
21 October 2026 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Cork County Council is advising the public to exercise caution as severe weather associated with Storm Austen is expected to impact County Cork from Thursday night into Friday morning. Met Éireann has issued a Status Orange Rain Warning for Cork, with intense rainfall expected to bring flooding, very... Read More
21 October 2026 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Only 18 childminders in Cork City and County are registered with Tusla, Cork North Central TD Ken O’Flynn has revealed, meaning families who use any other childminder in Cork cannot get the National Childcare Scheme subsidy. Figures provided by the Minister for Children, Disability and Equality in reply... Read More
21 October 2026 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie A new parkrun event has been officially launched at Cork Harbour Greenway in Carrigaline, Co. Cork in collaboration with proud presenting partner Vhi. The inaugural event took place on Saturday 17 October marking a significant addition to the growing network of free, weekly timed 5k events across Ireland.... Read More
18 October 2026 By Valerie Ryan valerie@TheCork.ie More than 130 healthcare professionals from across Munster recently came together in Cork to discuss changing patient needs, emerging clinical challenges and the growing pressures facing general practice. Mater Private Network Cork’s GP Study Day brought together doctors from Cork, Waterford, Limerick and Tipperary with medical specialists for... Read More