18 October 2024 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Minister Lawless announces funding allocation of over €4.2 million to support sustainability projects at Shannon and Cork Airports Minister of State at the Department of Transport, James Lawless, has today announced funding allocations totalling over €4.2m to support Shannon and Cork Regional State airports in 2024. His announcement... Read More
16 October 2024 By Bryan McCarthy bryan@TheCork.ie A new book delving into the fascinating history of Bishopstown is set to captivate local residents and history buffs alike. “Bishopstown Times & Tales,” by Pat Callanan, offers a captivating journey through the area’s past, from its ancient origins to modern times. The book is a treasure trove... Read More
13 October 2024 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Vodafone has announced that Cork County is part of the next phase in its nationwide network upgrade programme, providing enhanced coverage and connectivity for its customers. From October, the existing 3G network will upgrade to a more sustainable, efficient and reliable 4G and 5G network service, with the... Read More
12 October 2024 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Cork is an important part of ALDI’s network with 27 stores and €73 million spend with 35 Cork-based suppliers last year ALDI, Ireland’s market leading supermarket for pay, is running a recruitment campaign to fill more than 70 open roles in Cork. The retailer, marking 25 years in... Read More
12 October 2024 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Academic Dr Fiona Boyle, Head of Department of STEM and Director of the REEdI (Rethinking Engineering Education in Ireland) project, has been awarded the prestigious title of Principal Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (HEA), Advance HE. Dr Boyle is MTU’s first recipient of this distinguished recognition and... Read More
11 October 2024 By Bryan McCarthy bryan@TheCork.ie Cork County Council has officially opened a new “School Zone” at Scoil Bhríde in Crosshaven as part of the national Safe Routes to School (SRTS) programme, improving safety and accessibility for students walking to school. Scoil Bhríde, a Presentation Convent Primary School in Crosshaven, has 230 students and... Read More
8 October 2024 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie The Cork Company of the Year Awards 2025 – open for entries The Cork Chamber awards are widely regarded as a coveted platform through which ambitious businesses can gain much-deserved recognition for their advances, innovation and growth. The four distinct award categories allow for all variety of businesses... Read More
7 October 2024 By Bryan McCarthy bryan@TheCork.ie Cork County Council’s Historic Monuments Advisory Committee (HMAC) hosted a morning seminar in County Hall which was attended by over 100 people from all over the Country. The presentation was an initiative of the County archaeologist Annette Quinn who invited experts from the National Monuments Service of the... Read More
7 October 2024 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Joey Hurley raises €24,800 for the RNLI in memory of his beloved uncle, the popular local fisherman, Des Hurley Kinsale teenager Joey Hurley has been hailed as a hero after making one of the largest ever donations received by his local RNLI station. Joey raised an incredible €24,800... Read More
4 October 2024 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie The Lord Mayor of Cork, Cllr. Dan Boyle launched a unique water safety installation at Cork Airport on Wednesday (2 October). The exhibition which includes audio-visual displays, inter-active games and practical water safety messaging will continue in the terminal building for the month of October. This year marks... Read More
6 October 2024 By Bryan McCarthy bryan@TheCork.ie Cork City FC has announced a new partnership with The Tuition Centre which will enhance the educational opportunities for the Academy’s promising young footballers. The Tuition Centre will provide free online, on-demand Maths grinds to all secondary school aged teenagers in Cork City FC from now until the... Read More
2 October 2024 By Mary Bermingham mary@TheCork.ie Irish Defence Forces veterans’ charity, ONE (Óglaigh Náisiúnta Na hÉireann, the Organisation of National Ex-Service Personnel) has called for the development of a comprehensive Veterans’ Policy and the creation of an Office of Veterans’ Affairs. The call comes as ONE’s 2024 Annual Report reveals a stark funding gap of... Read More