14 July 2025 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Drug Payment Scheme Who can apply for the Drugs Payment Scheme? You must be living in Ireland and intend to live here for a minimum of one year (ordinarily resident). If you have a medical card you should have reduced prescription charges and so you are not eligible for the Drug Payment... Read More
13 July 2025 By Valerie Ryan valerie@TheCork.ie Some social welfare payments can continue after someone dies. The Department of Social Protection has guidelines on payments after the death of a claimant or a dependant. Death of the person claiming a social welfare payment When someone who was getting a social welfare payment dies, their spouse,... Read More
12 July 2025 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Cork Business Association (CBA) submitted a comprehensive set of proposals for Budget 2026 to support the business community, Dave O’Brien, President of Cork Business Association and Head of Tax at Xeinadin, said that while there has been positive momentum in recent months, key challenges must be addressed in... Read More
12 July 2025 By Roger Kennedy roger@TheCork.ie As fitness continues to take centre stage in modern lifestyles, sourcing the right gym equipment has become a priority for both individuals and commercial operators across Ireland. In cities like Cork, where wellness culture is thriving, the demand for high-quality, durable, and affordable fitness gear is on the... Read More
11 July 2025 By Mary Bermingham mary@TheCork.ie Musgrave is a large brand in Ireland. For historical reasons (a Cork founder) its locus of management is in Cork, spread between the Ballycurreen (off Airport Hill) and Tramore Road. The Irish success story is in control of the SuperValu and Centra brands nationwide; some of the stores... Read More
10 July 2025 By Valerie Ryan valerie@TheCork.ie In 2025, we proudly celebrate 50 years of the Citizens Information Network, a service that has consistently empowered the people of Ireland with access to clear, impartial, and vital information, advice, and advocacy. The journey began in the early 1970s when the National Social Service Council, working with local community... Read More
10 July 2025 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie The Free Travel Scheme allows you to travel, free of charge, on public transport and some private bus and ferry services. Everyone aged 66 and over, living permanently in Ireland, can get the Free Travel Scheme. People with disabilities and carers aged under 66 may also qualify for... Read More
9 July 2025 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Four local Cork EUROSPAR Supermarkets have been recognised with a prestigious EUROSPAR Customer First Programme Award, celebrating their outstanding commitment to community-focused retailing. The EUROSPAR Customer First Programme is a benchmark for operational excellence across the EUROSPAR network. These awards are among the most respected in the grocery... Read More
9 July 2025 By Valerie Ryan valerie@TheCork.ie Gurranabraher Credit Union’s main branch on Bakers Road debuted a vibrant new look recently, offering their members a new and innovative approach. The updated branding includes a modern logo and sleek design elements, reflecting the credit union’s commitment to innovation and customer service. Members can look forward to... Read More
9 July 2025 By Roger Kennedy roger@TheCork.ie Dental implants have revolutionised the way we approach missing teeth. With a natural look and feel, they provide a permanent solution that can dramatically improve oral health, function, and self-esteem. However, in Ireland, the cost of dental implants is a significant factor that patients must consider before undergoing... Read More
8 July 2025 By Valerie Ryan valerie@TheCork.ie Cork County Council is inviting members of the public to participate in the third public consultation for the Cork to Kinsale Greenway. The purpose of this non-statutory public consultation is to display and present the Emerging Preferred Route Corridor and to invite feedback. Funded by Transport Infrastructure Ireland’s (TII) Greenway... Read More
8 July 2025 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Ireland’s first pilot headstarting programme for dunlin (Calidris alpina) is taking place in Fota Wildlife Park, Cork, as a project partner of the Breeding Waders European Innovation Partnership (EIP) and in collaboration with the LIFE on Machair project, making it the second conservation centre in Europe to be... Read More