22 April 2024 By Valerie Ryan valerie@TheCork.ie Cork County Council marked its milestone 125th anniversary with a day of commemoration starting with a Special Meeting of Council where the echoes of history were highlighted as the 1899-minute book was proudly displayed. As official proceedings ended, guests gathered in the Cork County Hall foyer where the... Read More
22 April 2024 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie 22-26 April, 2024 A Week of Celebrations Connecting to Nano Nagle at Nano Nagle Place On Monday, April 22nd, The Today Show, on RTÉ TV will feature a segment on Nano Nagle as part of its “Gamechangers” series. Nano Nagle, known for her pioneering work in education and... Read More
21 April 2024 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Fianna Fáil Spokesperson on Transport James O’Connor has urged families to apply for the School Transport Scheme before the deadline of April 26. For the 2024/2025 school year primary school children must live 3.2 kilometres or more from their school to be eligible for transport, while for secondary... Read More
21 April 2024 By Mary Bermingham mary@TheCork.ie North Cork Politics Ken Brennan, a family man and experienced CNC machine operator in the medical devices industry, has declared his candidacy for the Fermoy Local Election Area (LEA) in the upcoming local elections. With a deep-rooted commitment to addressing the pressing needs of ordinary Irish citizens, Ken... Read More
21 April 2024 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Ireland South MEP candidate Cynthia Ní Mhurchú (Fianna fail) has welcomed €1,595,574 in funding for Rylane Community Centre, Co. Cork. The funding is to be announced this weekend by Minister Heather Humphreys. In total there will be €30 million allocated to build 12 new Community Centres across Rural... Read More
20 April 2024 By Bryan McCarthy bryan@TheCork.ie Green shoots of revival are sprouting up from volunteer-led club sector in Cork, with an increase in the number of youth clubs operating in the city and county for the first time in five years. Cork Education & Training Board (Cork ETB) reports a 10 per cent increase... Read More
20 April 2024 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Dark tales of murder and mystery revealed on exclusive guided night tours in April and May Spike Island has announced the return of its popular After Dark Tours for two additional dates in the lead-up to the summer months – Saturday 20th April and Saturday 4th May. Through... Read More
19 April 2024 By Mary Bermingham mary@TheCork.ie Cork City FC is offering golf enthusiasts a chance to tee off at the prestigious K-Club which previously hosted world class players for the Ryder Cup and for the 2023 Irish Open. It’s one of a number of Corporate Golf Days organised by Cork City FC as it... Read More
19 April 2024 By Mary Bermingham mary@TheCork.ie Eadaoin Cotter and Catherine Barry, are the visionary sisters behind Pebble & Sash. The dynamic duo is thrilled to announce the launch of their inaugural collection featuring Ottomans, Headboards, and Cushions. This line embodies luxury and sophistication, curated with meticulous attention to detail and crafted from the finest... Read More
18 April 2024 By Mary Bermingham mary@TheCork.ie Many Cork people have fond memories of RTÉ Radio Cork – Cork Local Radio – Cork 89FM. One of its well known presenters has passed away RTÉ Cork Local Radio was established in 1974 as an opt-out service that operated for a limited number of hours per week,... Read More
18 April 2024 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Cork City FC has confirmed two new partnerships with local businesses for the Senior Women’s Team. Affidea ExpressCare, located in the Elysian in Cork City, will be the back of shorts sponsor for the Senior Women’s Team for the 2024 season. Affidea ExpressCare’s walk-in service treats patients for... Read More
18 April 2024 By Mary Bermingham mary@TheCork.ie Join the Alpha Wealth 10-Year Anniversary event on April 26th, which will include an address from Minister for Finance Michael McGrath. This April, Cork financial advisory company Alpha Wealth celebrates 10 years of providing impartial, personalised financial advice to individuals, families, and companies across Ireland. Founded by Nick... Read More