17 August 2023 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Jysk has opened a Ballincollig store, following the success of its Little Island and Youghal premises Danish furniture and home furnishings brand JYSK opened its third store in Cork and its 22nd store in Ireland in Ballincollig in Cork today. Opening its first store in Naas in 2019, JYSK... Read More
17 August 2023 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Long-time public servant Valerie O’Sullivan is set become the temporary chief executive (CE) when Tim Lucey leaves the role in October 2023. Cork’s other Local Authority – Cork City Council – has had a female CE since Ann Doherty was appointed in 2014. Valerie O’Sullivan’s CV includes senior... Read More
16 August 2023 By Mary Bermingham mary@TheCOrk.ie Cork County Council and the dedicated volunteers of Camden Fort Meagher had “a very productive meeting” – according the a Council statement – on August 14th, during which they shared updates regarding the ongoing advancements at the fort. The volunteers and Council staff are collaborating to ensure a... Read More
12 August 2023 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie The Office of Public Works (OPW) have their biggest ever programme of events to the public for this year’s National Heritage Week, which runs from Saturday 12 to Sunday 20 August 2023. Events at Charles Fort and Ardfert Cathedral are included in the OPW’s programme, which features more... Read More
8 August 2023 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Dancers off to Lorient The elite group of dancers from the Kiely Walsh Academy of Irish Dance supervised by their teachers Marie and Clíodhna Walsh gave an outstanding going away performance to their parents and grandparents at Holy Well National School on Friday last before they departed for... Read More
5 August 2023 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Busiest July since 2008 Cork Airport recorded its busiest July since 2008 with almost 301,000 passengers flying to and from Munster’s busiest airport. Last month’s passenger traffic at Cork Airport represented a 13% increase on July 2022. Figures released by daa, the operator of Cork and Dublin airports,... Read More
4 August 2023 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Cork City FC has confirmed that the Bon Secours Hospital Cork has renewed its sponsorship with the club for the 2023 SSE Airtricity League season. This will be the hospital’s sixth season with the club after coming on board as Official Healthcare partner in 2018. The world-class facilities... Read More
2 August 2023 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie The Mayor of the County of Cork, Cllr Frank O’Flynn has announced the launch of a grant scheme aimed at providing financial support to groups and organisations involved in Irish language projects. Cork County Council has established the initiative to assist and promote Irish language events and initiatives... Read More
1 August 2023 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie What and When Interwoven The new Kinsale Library in the James O’Neill building, Church Square, Kinsale, Co Cork Launch: 10th August 6-8 Exhibition: 11th August to 7th September – Tue-Sat 9:30-5:50 Cork Craft & Design presents Interwoven as part of Cork Craft Month 2023 Interwoven is an exhibition... Read More
29 July 2023 By Elaine Murphy Elaine@TheCork.ie The Mayor of County Cork, Cllr. Frank O’Flynn has launched a new guide map offering an introduction to the archaeology of East and North Cork. The comprehensive guide showcases thousands of years of human activity, offering a remarkable insight into the region’s rich and diverse archaeology. Entitled ‘101... Read More
27 July 2023 By Bryan McCarthy bryan@TheCork.ie Oriel House Hotel Launch partnership for Sustainable Cork Sightseeing Oriel House Hotel has hailed the rollout of eBee Bike scheme in Ballincollig, Cork with hotel guests praising the electric bike service for enriching their overall visitor experience. The scheme was launched in Cork in April with 50 electric... Read More
23 July 2023 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie 2 Castán Dóire, Halfway, Ballinhassig, Co. Cork It’s a Terrace House with two bedrooms and two bathrooms and a floor area of 100 sq.m. “Prime Investment Opportunity – Avail of Vacant and derelict property grant” is the Estate Agents heading. Number 2 is described as a in need... Read More