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
20 December 2023 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie The Mayor of the County of Cork, Cllr Frank O’ Flynn has visited five Social and Affordable Housing Developments in North Cork that will provide 78 new homes in the area. In Mitchelstown, construction is underway on an eight home social housing development at Brigown Road. Additionally, a... Read More
20 December 2023 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Cork City Council passed the 2023 Casual Trading Byelaws at its monthly Council Meeting on Monday 11 December. The aim of the byelaws is to update and strengthen the rules for trading and the criteria for allocating pitches in order to promote the highest quality trading and ensure... Read More
20 December 2023 By Roger Kennedy roger@TheCork.ie Increased online communication and social media are having a huge impact on workplace bullying among youths. Over the years, this cancer has shed light on the need for proactive actions to address and prevent the behaviour. In this article, we will dive into workplace bullying among youths and... Read More
19 December 2023 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Over 45,000 meals have been donated to people in Cork experiencing food insecurity thanks to a partnership between Deliveroo Ireland and the charity FoodCloud. More than 45,000 meals have been distributed to vulnerable people and families in Cork by local charities such as Feed Cork, thanks to a... Read More
19 December 2023 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Mahon Community Development has received a welcome Christmas gift totalling €2,765 from Mater Private Network Cork who nominated the group as its chosen charity. Hospital staff donated the money at a Halloween Bake Sale and on the night of Mater Private Cork’s 10th Anniversary Gala Dinner. The CEO... Read More
19 December 2023 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Tempus Futurum celebrates the intersection of Art and Environmental Consciousness and includes ideas from 50 local children on the future of the Triskel building. The final installation of Island City, Cork’s Urban Sculpture Trail has been unveiled. Tempus Futurum by Brian Kenny is a light projection on the... Read More
19 December 2023 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Festive atmosphere awaits arriving passengers with over 1,200 performers taking to the specially constructed Christmas stage in Arrivals – 2023 will herald the busiest year ever for international passenger traffic at Cork Airport. Cork Airport is enjoying a busy Christmas with more than 195,000 arriving and departing passengers... Read More
18 December 2023 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie The primary role of Cork Sports Partnership is to support, develop and promote participation in sport and physical activity, for people of all ages and abilities in Cork. Walking plays an important role in our approach to activating more Cork communities and since the launch of the Get... Read More