15 June 2023 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Politics Harmon calls on Minister Darragh O’Brien to ensure that a fully operational fire station in Ballincollig is part of the solution to the firefighters dispute Labour Local Area Rep for Ballincollig, Laura Harmon said: “Our brave and hardworking retained fire service are the backbone of our community... Read More
14 June 2023 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie GAA Coffee Morning Carrigaline GAA came up with a novel idea of a coffee morning for their veteran members. The first gathering which was well attended took place in the GAA Pavilion last Friday morning. The event was attended by Club President Thos Maye, Cathaoirleach Philip O’Reilly, former players, officers... Read More
12 June 2023 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Cork City FC get ready to tee off at the K-Club – The first of two corporate golf days takes place this month Cork City FC is gearing up for the first of two golf days, one home and one away, to build on connections between the club... Read More
10 June 2023 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie In a change to the calendar for many cycling enthusiasts, this year’s Fort2Fort Charity Cycle will take place on Saturday, 29th July, starting at Camden Fort Meagher, with a choice of distances around Cork Harbour to suit cyclists of all abilities. Ireland rugby legend Rory Best was on... Read More
7 June 2023 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Schools will soon be out for the summer, but Cork County Council Library Service’s fleet of Mobile Libraries will still be on the road bringing books and more to towns, villages, nursing homes, and homes in rural communities all across Cork County. The four Mobile Libraries each serve... Read More
4 June 2023 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Good fun yesterday in the sunshine The ‘Ocean to City’ also known as ‘An Rás Mór’ has become Ireland’s largest rowing and paddling race. It’s also the flagship event of Cork Harbour Festival each year. The first race took place during Cork Cities 2005 European Culture year. Now,... Read More
1 June 2023 By Mary Bermingham mary@TheCork.ie EDF Renewables Ireland and Simply Blue Group sign partnership deal on Western Star and Emerald floating offshore wind projects in Ireland EDF Renewables Ireland has entered into a partnership to develop the Western Star and Emerald floating wind projects with Simply Blue Group. The partnership is subject to... Read More
31 May 2023 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie FASHION: Cork brand ‘Kinsale Leather’ is run by Dee Mangan of Kinsale The latest summer collection takes the brand’s easy minimalist look to the next level, with buttery soft suede and leather in colours inspired by West Cork summer time. Designer Dee Mangan’s signature style is simple, handmade... Read More
31 May 2023 By Bryan McCarthy bryan@TheCork.ie 11,856 people, including 300 children were on trolleys in the month of May according to the Irish Nurses and Midwives Organisation. The Irish Nurses and Midwives Organisation has called on the HSE to take immediate corrective measures to deal with the ongoing trolley crisis. The top 5 most... Read More
31 May 2023 By Bryan McCarthy bryan@TheCork.ie Cork has many stately homes and gardens for you to visit – here are some of the lesser known properties In order to preserve Ireland’s heritage and encourage owners to make their noteworthy property and/or garden open to the public Section 482 of the Taxes Consolidation Act, 1997... Read More
31 May 2023 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie The deal will see the Cork-based (Ballycureen Industrial Estate) company operate as “Milestone, a PM Group company” PM Group, the Irish headquartered international project delivery company, has today announced the acquisition of automation and digital systems firm, Milestone Solutions (“Milestone”). Milestone specialises in implementing digital technologies to manage... Read More