31 October 2025 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie KNOW YOUR RIGHTS: Leave for Parents Parents who are in employment have a right to take time off work to look after their children. Parents have several different types of statutory leave entitlements, for example, maternity leave, adoptive leave, paternity leave, parental leave and parent’s leave. The qualifying... Read More
30 October 2025 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie An evening of live performance, film and conversation on Thursday 30 October Uillinn: West Cork Arts Centre is delighted to launch Uillinn Dance Season 2025 on Thursday 30 October with a specially curated evening of live dance, film screenings and discussion. Supported by The Arts Council / An Chomhairle Ealaíon, this season... Read More
30 October 2025 By Mary Bermingham mary@TheCork.ie Cork Youth Orchestra in partnership with EY Cork will bring the festive magic to City Hall this December with a special production of The Snowman, part of the spectacular Christmas concert series supported by EY for a second consecutive year. Taking place on the 13th and 14 th... Read More
30 October 2025 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Respond, Ireland’s largest construction-led Approved Housing Body (AHB) and service provider, delivered 133 new social homes in Cork last year. Respond now owns and manages 1,135 homes throughout Cork providing secure and affordable accommodation for tenants. Respond is set to deliver almost 1,000 new social and Costs Rental... Read More
29 October 2025 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Renowned Cork DJ and radio presenter Stevie G will be spinning the decks at Sea Church in Ballycotton, for their ‘Deadly Famous Halloween Fancy Dress Party’ taking place this October 31st. For the first time since it was launched, the Sea Church Express will offer a return bus... Read More
29 October 2025 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Ireland’s Premier Business Awards Celebrates Its 51st Anniversary Business & Finance, in association with KPMG, today announced the shortlist for the 51st annual Business & Finance Awards 2025, which will take place on Thursday, 11th December at the Convention Centre Dublin. This year’s gala evening will welcome over... Read More
29 October 2025 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie In the first half of 2025, there were 221 burglaries reported to the Cork Garda division, while there were 337 vehicle thefts. Having conducted a review of the latest CSO data, Gallagher, one of Ireland’s largest insurance brokers, is reminding homeowners and motorists across Cork that seasonal vigilance... Read More
29 October 2025 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Over half of child car seats (54%) checked by the Road Safety Authority’s Check It Fits service were incorrectly fitted and needed some type of adjustment to make them a safe fit. If a child’s car seat isn’t fitted correctly, it could lead to a serious or fatal injury in the event of a collision. The RSA are delighted to announce that their... Read More
29 October 2025 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Hauliers Blame Government Policy for Fastway Shutdown — Warn More to follow – Hauliers have laid blame for Fastway couriers closure squarely at the feet of government policy – and they warn of a tsunami of closures that will follow crippling Ireland’s rural economy The Irish Road Haulage Industry... Read More
29 October 2025 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Castlemartyr Resort is proud to announce the return of its annual Charity Gala, taking place on Thursday, 11th December 2025. This special evening will unite the community in support of Cork Penny Dinners, a longstanding charity that provides hot, nourishing meals, comfort, and companionship to those in need.... Read More
29 October 2025 By Roger Kennedy roger@TheCork.ie Financial services in Ireland play a crucial role in long-term wealth planning, offering a wide array of solutions to help individuals and businesses secure their financial future. Ireland’s well-established financial sector, alongside its favourable tax environment and access to EU markets, makes it an attractive destination for both... Read More
29 October 2025 By Roger Kennedy roger@TheCork.ie It can be pretty frustrating when your household appliances suddenly give up on you. Luckily, you don’t always have to rush out and buy a new one. With the right parts and a bit of DIY spirit, you can handle many repairs yourself. Here, you’ll find out how... Read More