28 December 2023 By Bryan McCarthy bryan@TheCork.ie New traditions in the New Year Traditions are very much associated with Christmas and the New Year. With fourteen face to face meetings across the country along with online support, bereavement charity Anam Cara, are encouraging parents who have faced the death of a child, to reach out... Read More
28 December 2023 By Mary Bermingham mary@TheCork.ie “If the European Parliament has its way, consumers will be entitled to have more products and devices repaired, rather than being forced to buy newer expensive replacement models, pending negotiations on EU rules on the ‘right to repair’ in 2024”, said Seán Kelly MEP. “In addition, manufacturers will... Read More
28 December 2023 By Bryan McCarthy bryan@TheCork.ie Hometree site will showcase how trees can be integrated into existing farms A not-for-profit organisation working to establish and conserve permanent native woodland in Ireland has secured its first site in County Cork. Hometree has purchased an eight-acre site near Donoughmore thanks to support from a local donor.... Read More
28 December 2023 By Roger Kennedy roger@TheCork.ie Running a business is not just about closing deals; it’s about building relationships. And what better way to strengthen those connections than with personalised gifts? In this blog, we’ll explore the art of gifting, focusing on the timeless appeal of personalisation and how it can elevate your corporate... Read More
27 December 2023 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Visit the heart and soul of Irish whiskey at Midleton Distillery Experience in Co. Cork this festive season; the place seven of the world’s most well-known and successful Irish whiskeys call home . Midleton Distillery Experience brings you beyond process and taste and takes you to the very... Read More
26 December 2023 By Bryan McCarthy bryan@TheCork.ie Former Irish rugby international, Donncha O’Callaghan has issued a call to sports clubs in Cork reminding members that the countdown is on to the 31st January closing date by which applications for a €5,000 award under the Texaco Support for Sport initiative must be made. Noting the benefit... Read More
25 December 2023 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Message from the Bishops of Cork We send greetings to the people of faith in our city and county of Cork this Christmas: may you be filled with the hope which Christ brings. And we greet all people of good will, wishing you peace and joy always. Peace... Read More
24 December 2023 By Bryan McCarthy bryan@TheCork.ie  SouthDoc, the out-of-hours GP service providing urgent and non-emergency care in Cork and Kerry, is to introduce service enhancement plans in Macroom, Clonakilty, and North Kerry to ensure the sustainability of the service into the future. The realignment will see, from January 2nd, 2024: The provision of... Read More
23 December 2023 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Multiple demonstrations and creative actions for a ceasefire in Palestine took place in Cork city today, Saturday, 23rd December. Up to 1000 people participated in a rally and march organised by Cork Palestine Solidarity Campaign for the 11th Saturday in a row today. Children’s shoes were also laid... Read More
22 December 2023 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie The ‘Lord Mayor’s Tea Dance’, City Hall, Cork Sunday 28th January 2024 3.00pm-5.30pm Evelyn Grant and the Cork Pops Orchestra Keith Hanley The ‘Lord Mayor’s Tea Dance’ Hosted by the Lord Mayor of Cork Cllr. Kieran McCarthy City Hall, Cork – Sunday 28th January 2024 – 3.00pm-5.30pm Evelyn Grant... Read More
21 December 2023 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Cork County Council is inviting applications for funding under the Cork County Local Festival Fund 2024, a competitive grant scheme supporting the development of festivals that drive domestic tourism and help to improve the visitor experience. A total of €85,000 is available through the Local Festival Fund for... Read More
21 December 2023 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie The Imperial Hotel Cork is launching an extra value January Sale where you can save 20% off B&B stays and get an extra €24 food credit to spend at the hotel! As Christmas festivities start to wind down, savvy shoppers will be poised and ready to grab a... Read More