7 June 2023 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie When you own a restaurant overlooking Ballycotton harbour, it stands to reason that you’ll serve fresh seafood right off the boat! Cush has been added to the Michelin Guide of ‘The Best Seafood Restaurants in the Republic of Ireland.’ The news comes after the venue in Ballycotton was... Read More
7 June 2023 By Mary Bermingham mary@TheCork.ie Cork County Council has announced that works are scheduled to commence on the construction of a new public ‘Pocket Park’ in the village of Ballydesmond. The project has been made possible through grant funding of €868,950 from the Department of Rural and Community Development under the Rural Regeneration... 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
6 June 2023 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Independent TD for Cork South-West Michael Collins has offered his unequivocal support to the estimated 2000 retained firefighters who began work-to-rule strike action today. Deputy Collins was speaking after the National Retained Firefighters Association of Ireland (NRFA) laid the blame for its decision to initiate the first in... Read More
6 June 2023 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Baltimore RNLI responded to a mayday call earlier this afternoon (Tuesday 6 June). The volunteer lifeboat crew launched their all-weather lifeboat at 2.55pm this afternoon, after the Irish Coast Guard picked up a mayday call from a yacht with five people on board which was in distress near... Read More
6 June 2023 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie ‘The Wild Atlantic Way’ driving route starts/ends in Kinsale, Co Cork, it covers the Western Seaboard of Ireland A new four-part music special of one-hour episodes, featuring the cream of entertainers from The Wild Atlantic Way, will broadcast on TG4, commencing on Sunday 11th June 2023. ‘Wild Atlantic... Read More
6 June 2023 By Roger Kennedy roger@TheCork.ie Entertainment With summer in full swing, it’s the perfect time to embrace an active lifestyle while exploring the beauty of Ireland. From scenic hikes to delectable cuisine, there are numerous opportunities to stay fit and nourished throughout the summer months. Exploring Ireland’s Natural Wonders Ireland boasts a breathtaking... Read More
5 June 2023 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie The annual undergraduate MTU Crawford College of Art & Design Graduate Exhibitions celebrating the creative practices of CCAD’s graduating students is taking place in MTU’s Sharman Crawford Street and Bishopstown Campuses until Thursday 8th June 2023. A highlight of Cork’s cultural calendar, the Crawford Graduate Exhibitions feature the... Read More
5 June 2023 By Roger Kennedy roger@TheCork.ie Entertainment The great ancient Greek physician Hippocrates once said, “Walking is the best medicine.” And he was right. Walking requires a minimum of effort, you can do it for free, and besides, it has a beneficial effect not only on your physical but also psychological health. Today we... 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
4 June 2023 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie EQUESTRIAN NEWS: Ireland claimed team and individual third place in the FEI 4* Nations Cup in Millstreet The Irish Senior Eventing team claimed third place at the FEI CCIO4*-S Nations Cup in Millstreet, Co. Cork this afternoon, Sunday 4th of June. Following the first two days of dressage Ireland... Read More
4 June 2023 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Summer days can be long and dark for those bereaved For bereaved parents, time can stand still as we approach the summer break. They are reflecting on what could have been… Their child’s graduation from primary to secondary school, the start of the Junior Cert, finishing their school... Read More