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4 August 2025 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Independent Ireland TD for Cork North Central Ken O’Flynn has sharply criticised the Government’s refusal to exempt gratuities from income tax, calling it “a tax on decency” and “an insult to the dignity of work.” Speaking in response to a recent Dáil statement by Minister for Public Expenditure... Read More
3 August 2025 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Politics/Economy Independent Ireland Chairperson and Cork North-Central TD, Ken O’Flynn, has launched a stinging critique of the Government’s failure to respond to what he calls “a slow-motion collapse” of Ireland’s small business sector. Since the current administration took office, more than 3,250 businesses across the country have shut... Read More
3 August 2025 By Mary Bermingham mary@TheCork.ie From the 1972 archives: Cork actor James N Healy [1916–1993] took a look at the history of the Cork Accent “There’s one thing about us in Cork. We have a beautiful accent. Cork man James Healy disputes that Dublin view that the Cork accent goes up and down.... Read More
2 August 2025 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Upgrades to ‘Chateaulin Orchard Town Park’ in Clonakilty Completed Chateaulin Orchard Town Park in Clonakilty has been upgraded via a project by Cork County Council. Located on the eastern side of Clonakilty, Chateaulin Orchard Park was identified as being need of revitalisation. Given its proximity to the town... Read More
31 July 2025 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Cork Chamber, the voice of business in Cork, has today published its pre-Budget submission, calling on government to prioritise competitive taxation policy to support business in Budget 2026. Against the current backdrop of evolving international trade dynamics, government must also take steps to reduce administrative burdens for business and enable... Read More
31 July 2025 By Valerie Ryan valerie@TheCork.ie The popular Youghal Medieval Festival returns to the stunning setting of St. Mary’s College Gardens & Collegiate Church on Sunday, the 3rd of August, from 11am to 5pm. It promises a magical day of medieval adventure, family fun and cultural celebration, all completely free of charge. Presented by Cork... Read More