ONGOING HEALTH CRISIS: CUH had highest number of Emergency Dept patients on Trolleys today

21 February 2023 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie 65 people on trolleys in Cork University Hospital’s Emergency Dept today which is the highest oy any Hospital in Ireland – according to INMO daily ‘Trolley Watch’ data 663 patients are without beds in Irish hospitals today according to the Irish Nurses and Midwives Organisation. INMO General Secretary... Read More

AREA: CORK CITY, AREA: SOUTH CORK, HEALTH, NEWS

21st February, 2023

Update on Cork-Limerick M20 Motorway project

21 February 2023 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie The M20 project is identified as a priority investment in the Government’s National Development Plan 2021-2030 Details of the active travel strategy, junction strategy with mobility hubs, public transport opportunities and refinement of the study area for the N/M20 Cork to Limerick project have been published today. The... Read More

AREA: NORTH CORK, GREEN PARTY, NEWS, POLITICS

21st February, 2023

Historic Lecture on Earl of Cork (also known as Lord Cork)

21 February 2023 By Tony Forde Tony@TheCork.ie Readers of TheCork.ie will recall our article about the current Lord Cork. Now a local lecture is planned. The February illustrated lecture organised by Dúchas Clonakilty Heritage in West Cork, Ireland will be entitled, “Richard Boyle, Earl of Cork and the Clonakilty Community: some new Evidence, c.1613-41”, it... Read More

AREA: WEST CORK, ENTERTAINMENT, NEWS

21st February, 2023

Midleton Hillwalking

21 February 2023 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Open Day for Midleton walking Slub – Saturday 25 February at 1pm – at My Place Community Centre, Midleton Those with a yen to explore Ireland’s spectacular mountains, pristine lakes, rushing streams and roaring waterfalls are invited to attend the Midleton Hillwalking Club’s Open Day on Saturday 25... Read More

AREA: EAST CORK, ENTERTAINMENT, NEWS, SPORT

20th February, 2023

Boil Water Notice for Killavullen Public Water Supply remains

20 February 2023 By Tony Forde tony@TheCork.ie Uisce Éireann and Cork County Council wish to remind customers supplied by the Killavullen Public Water Supply that a Boil Water Notice remains in place to protect public health. The Boil Water Notice, issued on 2 May 2022, was put in place due to high levels of turbidity... Read More

AREA: NORTH CORK, HEALTH, NEWS

20th February, 2023

Vintage fashion show to raise money for people experiencing homelessness

20 February 2023 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Down the rabbit hole: A Mad Hatter’s Tea Party On Sunday 12th March travel down the rabbit hole at Imperial Hotel Cork to an afternoon tea party in aid of people impacted by homelessness in Munster. ‘Vintage Chic – A Mad Hatters Tea Party’ will feature a prosecco... Read More

ENTERTAINMENT, NEWS

20th February, 2023

Tips to Bring Out Character in Your Home

20 February 2023 By Roger Kennedy roger@TheCork.ie Your home should be your sanctuary, your own personal oasis where you can relax and recharge after a long day. It’s a place to unwind on your own, to relax and gather yourself, or to spend time with dear ones as well as occasional guests. This is why... Read More

NEWS

19th February, 2023

Support services available for bereaved parents

19 February 2023 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie On Tuesday 21st February, Anam Cara will hold their West Cork meeting in the Mill Court, Bandon @ 7:15pm Bereaved parents support charity, Anam Cara, continue to offer their services both online and face-to-face to those who’s child has died. During Covid restrictions, Anam Cara took the decision... Read More

AREA: WEST CORK, HEALTH, NEWS

18th February, 2023

Munster GAA to employ 20 new Games Development Staff

18 February 2023 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Munster GAA are delighted to announce our intention to recruit 20 new Games Development staff. These additional positions will be based across all six counties in the Province. Munster GAA Chairperson Ger Ryan said “These new positions will help the Association grow in all six counties. Developing clubs,... Read More

NEWS, SPORT

17th February, 2023

Cork golfers raise funds for Cope Foundation classroom

17 February 2023 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Cope Golf Alliance has raised more than €1.5m since 1978 Cope Foundation, one of Ireland’s largest disability organisations, has announced that funds raised by members of the Cope Golf Alliance will go towards a new outdoor classroom. The ‘sheomra’ will be located near the Beech Hill Garden Centre... Read More

AREA: CORK CITY, AREA: NORTH CORK, HEALTH, NEWS

16th February, 2023

ENTERTAINMENT: Turners Cross €50,000 lotto win remains unclaimed

15 February 2023 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie National Lottery appeals to players to check their old EuroMillions tickets ahead of 15th March claim deadline The National Lottery is appealing to EuroMillions players in the Turners Cross area of Cork city to urgently check their tickets as an ‘Ireland Only Raffle’ prize worth €50,000 from Tuesday 13th... Read More

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16th February, 2023

Funding for repairs of Rural roads and Laneways in County Cork

16 February 2023 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Improvement works for rural roads and laneways in County Cork will receive crucial funding to improve accessibility and boost connectivity, a Fine Gael Senator has said. Senator Tim Lombard welcomed the overarching funding of €12.4 million announced this week by Fine Gael colleague, Minister for Rural and Community... Read More

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