15 September 2026 By Roger Kennedy roger@TheCork.ie Business Growth is usually presented as a sales problem. Find more customers, win larger contracts, hire more people and increase capacity. In practice, growth puts pressure on parts of a business that are much less visible from the outside. Premises have to work harder. Energy use rises. Maintenance... Read More
14 September 2026 By Valerie Ryan valerie@TheCork.ie Deputy John Paul O’Shea TD has welcomed this months commencement of increased litter fines, with the fixed-payment, on-the-spot fine for littering having increased from €150 to €250 since 1 September 2026. Deputy O’Shea said the increase sends a clear message that littering is unacceptable and that those who... Read More
14 September 2026 By Tom Collins Tom@TheCork.ie Mc & S Agri Sales welcomed customers, farmers, families and members of the local community to its new Bandon depot on Saturday, September 12th, for a hugely successful Open Day. The event marked an important milestone for the Mc & S dealership following its move from Ballincollig to... Read More
14 September 2026 By Tom Collins Tom@TheCork.ie Competitive starting salary €70,000–€80,000, with incremental increases and flexibility for an exceptional candidate. Fastnet Film Festival, is an internationally recognised, independent film festival and registered charity based in Schull, West Cork. For almost two decades, Fastnet has built its reputation by being deliberately different. Above all, it is... Read More
14 September 2026 By Valerie Ryan valerie@TheCork.ie Minister Jack Chambers addresses Cobh & Harbour Chamber Business Lunch Earlier this month, Business leaders from across Cork Harbour have highlighted the need for sustained investment in strategic infrastructure, connectivity, energy security and port development during an engagement with Jack Chambers T.D., Minister for Public Expenditure, Infrastructure, Public... Read More
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13 September 2026 By Valerie Ryan valerie@TheCork.ie Cork Senator Laura Harmon recently called for urgent action on Cork University Hospital (CUH) overcrowding she said: “It is extremely concerning to hear that CUH was among the most overcrowded hospitals in Ireland last month. Staff shortages are now having drastic impacts. CUH was the second most overcrowded... Read More
12 September 2026 By Valerie Ryan valerie@TheCork.ie See www.CorkCity.ie/CultureNight Culture Night, on Friday, September 18th, is a night when people are invited to come together for free cultural discovery, creativity and connection. Presented by Cork City Council and part of a nationwide event led by the Arts Council, it gives everyone the opportunity to access,... Read More
11 September 2026 By Valerie Ryan valerie@TheCork.ie Kinsale Community School recently welcomed An Taoiseach, Micheál Martin T.D., to officially turn the sod on the next phase of the school’s development, a major €22 million investment in the future of education in Kinsale and the surrounding area. The occasion comes at a particularly significant time for... Read More
10 September 2026 By Valerie Ryan Valerie@TheCork.ie News in brief: photos
10 September 2026 By Valerie Ryan valerie@TheCork.ie Touch Rugby in Cork Sundays Well RFC are known for being one of the most progressive and inclusive rugby clubs in Munster. The Ballyphehane based outfit currently cater for boys, girls, men and women from under 6 up to adults and they also famously started the first mixed ability rugby team in Ireland, the... Read More
9 September 2026 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Clara O’Neill of Total Planning Solutions appointed President of Cork Business Association Cork Business Association (CBA) announced the appointment of Clara O’Neill of Total Planning Solutions as its new President at its AGM last night, taking over from Dave O’Brien. Clara brings a strong understanding of the opportunities... Read More