24 May 2025 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie City Gears Up for One of Ireland’s Best-Loved Races as Race Day Approaches on June 1st The countdown is officially on. With just over a week to go until the Cork City Marathon on Sunday, June 1st, excitement is building across the city and beyond as thousands of... Read More
23 May 2025 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie The Cork volunteer fundraising Branches of Irish Guide Dogs for the Blind is appealing for support for Guide Dog Day, sponsored by Park2Travel, at their collections across the county on Friday 23 May including: Bantry Town O’Keefe’s SuperValu Bantry Collin’s SuperValu Carrigaline (May 24) SuperValu Cobh Cork City... Read More
21 May 2025 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Tour de Munster Pedals Into 25th Year – 25 Years, €5 Million raised, and Countless Lives Changed Tour de Munster, one of Ireland’s most impactful charity cycling events, will mark its 25th anniversary this August. Since its inception in 2001, the event has raised more than €5 million... Read More
21 May 2025 By Mary Bermingham mary@TheCork.ie Minister for Children, Disability and Equality, Norma Foley, has announced that €31,108 has been awarded for playgrounds and play areas in Cork. The Capital Grant Scheme for Play and Recreation provides funding to support city and county councils in upgrading existing playgrounds or developing new playgrounds. A total... Read More
5 May 2025 By Bryan McCarthy bryan@TheCork.ie LeisureWorld Relaunches Upgraded Functional Zone LeisureWorld Bishopstown has officially relaunched its upgraded Functional Zone, now featuring the latest in accessible fitness equipment—a major step forward in making physical activity more inclusive for individuals of all abilities. The transformation was made possible thanks to funding from Cork Sports Partnership,... Read More
26 April 2025 By Valerie Ryan valerie@TheCork.ie Get ready to saddle up for one of Cork’s most scenic and meaningful cycling events this June. The much-loved Fort2Fort Charity Cycle is back for its 14th edition on Saturday, June 14th, 2025, and it promises breathtaking views and a rewarding challenge for cyclists of all abilities, and... Read More
19 April 2025 By Mary Bermingham mary@TheCork.ie What is the Local Authority Purchase and Renovation Loan? The Local Authority Purchase and Renovation Loan (LAPR) is a government-backed mortgage and loan that helps you to buy and renovate a derelict or uninhabitable home. The loan is for first-time buyers, and ‘fresh start applicants’, who have been... Read More
15 April 2025 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Cllr Honore Kamegni Appointed Spokesperson for Sport and Youth within his party, the Green Party The Green Party has announced the appointment of Cllr Honore Kamegni, Deputy Lord Mayor of Cork, as its new spokesperson for Sport and Youth. The announcement comes as part of a broader reshuffle... Read More
5 April 2025 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Soccer Cork City FC has unveiled the third shirt for the 2025 season, which has been designed in-house by Rebel Army Clothing. The new black shirt features orange brand logos with the Zeus logo across the front in white. The shirt also features a soft pattern inspired by... Read More
31 March 2025 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Sponsorship and tee time opportunities available Now in its 15th year, the Mercy University Hospital Foundation’s popular Golf Classic will once again take place in Monkstown Golf Club on Thursday, April 24th and Friday, April 25th. Funds raised will provide vital services in the Mercy Cancer Care Centre,... Read More
28 March 2025 By Valerie Ryan valerie@TheCork.ie “Sailing is now more accessible than ever, and you don’t need to own a boat to get involved,” says Admiral The world’s oldest yacht club, the Royal Cork Yacht Club, is opening its doors to the public on Saturday, 29th March, from 2pm to 4pm, inviting anyone interested... Read More