25 September 2026 By Roger Kennedy roger@TheCork.ie Lanzarote may be compact, but choosing the right base can completely change the character of your trip. Its largest resorts offer noticeably different versions of island life, while the north and rural interior suit travellers prepared to exchange convenience for atmosphere. So, before choosing a hotel, decide whether... Read More
24 September 2026 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie SVP Southwest have launched their 2026 car draw fundraising campaign, which will see them giving away a brand-new Hyundai Tucson to one lucky entry. The drive comes at a time when the charity is appealing for much-needed funds, as demand for their assistance sits at an all-time high.... Read More
23 September 2026 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie At Uisce Éireann, we’re committed to providing a reliable water supply for everyone in the community. To help make that happen, we’re getting underway with works to replace old and damaged water mains in Shannonvale, Clonakilty. Along the R600, N71, L4032 and L4031 Shannonvale, Clonakilty, our crews will... Read More
23 Septmeber 2026 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Former Ireland and Munster Rugby Star Niall Scannell Joins NFP’s Wealth and Financial Planning Team in Cork NFP Ireland, an Aon company, has appointed former Ireland and Munster rugby player Niall Scannell to its Wealth and Financial Planning team in Cork. Niall’s appointment comes as NFP continues to... Read More
23 September 2026 By Valerie Ryan Valerie@TheCork.ie M&P O’Sullivan has welcomed the granting of planning permission for a new music and education venue* on the site occupied by their business GW Biggs in Bantry, describing the approval as a significant boost for the town and the wider West Cork region. M&P O’Sullivan acquired Biggs Catering... Read More
23 September 2026 By Roger Kennedy roger@TheCork.ie For Irish businesses, upgrading to LED lighting can look deceptively simple: replace older fittings, reduce wattage and expect lower running costs. In a commercial environment, however, a successful lighting upgrade depends on much more than energy consumption alone. Offices, retail spaces, hospitality venues, warehouses and other commercial premises... Read More
23 September 2026 By Roger Kennedy roger@TheCork.ie Gambling Nerd looks at Bitcoin casino withdrawals a little differently: “instant” isn’t one single event. There are really two clocks running. First, the casino has to approve and release the payout. Then the Bitcoin network has to broadcast and confirm it. So yes, an Irish player can see... Read More
23 September 2026 By Roger Kennedy roger@TheCork.ie AI has supercharged marketing speed, but speed is also its greatest trap. When speed is accessible to everyone, it ceases to be a competitive advantage. Success now requires depth, strategy, empirical proof, and absolute transparency. AI tools have done more than change workflows; they have fundamentally rewritten how... Read More
22 September 2026 By Valerie Ryan Valerie@TheCork.ie UCC researcher warns that two decades after Ireland’s world-leading smoking ban, the country’s progress on limiting second-hand smoke exposure has stalled, with over 500 Irish deaths in 2023 attributed to the problem Ireland’s progress on reducing second-hand smoke exposure has stalled, with 1.37 million people – 27.9% of... Read More
21 September 2026 By Valerie Ryan Valerie@TheCork.ie “It’s clear that a political intervention is needed to ensure that Cape Clear gets the basic healthcare needs it requires to maintain basic services for its residents,” says Fianna Fáil Ireland South MEP, Billy Kelleher. Kelleher was commenting after concerned residents and family members of island residents contacted... Read More
20 September 2026 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Joint venture partners Patron Capital and Lugus Capital have completed a €2.5 million investment programme at Blackpool Shopping Centre, marking a significant new chapter for the landmark Cork retail destination, its retailers and the wider northside community. The investment has delivered a comprehensive upgrade of the centre environment,... Read More
20 September 2026 By Valerie Ryan Valerie@TheCork.ie The Metropole Hotel is hiring across a range of part-time roles to cover the busy Cork Jazz Festival, which runs throughout the October bank holiday weekend. The hotel, home to the original Cork Jazz Club, is looking for bartenders, waiters/waitresses, glass collectors, commis chefs and cleaners. No experience... Read More