Verde Energy Group announces €20 million “Green Fund” to support the installation of “green” solutions nationwide

23 July 2021 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Verde Energy Group recently announced details of a €20 million “Green Fund” they have put in place to support the installation of “green” solutions, including EV Chargers, Solar PV, and energy efficient LED lighting, as well as its innovative ENWARE Sustainability SaaS platform, nationwide. Having recently rebranded, through... Read More

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23rd July, 2021

MTU Research Centres Receive €1.25million Funding through the Enterprise Ireland Capital Equipment Fund

23 July 2021 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Shannon Applied Biotechnology Centre (Shannon ABC), the Centre for Advanced Photonics & Process Analysis (CAPPA) and The Nimbus Centre at Munster Technological University (MTU) have been jointly awarded €1.25 million for new equipment through the Enterprise Ireland Capital Equipment Fund. The Tánaiste and Minister for Enterprise, Trade and... Read More

EDUCATION, NEWS

22nd July, 2021

WEST CORK TOURISM: ‘Argideen Valley Trail’ opens

22 July 2021 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Mayor of the County of Cork, Cllr Gillian Coughlan recently officially opened the new Argideen Valley Trail walkway in picturesque West Cork. Works were recently completed on the installation of way-markers, map boards and interpretive signs along the new walking route that runs from Ballinscarthy to Timoleague and... Read More

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22nd July, 2021

Fish kill confirmed on River Ilen in Skibbereen, West Cork

22 July 2021 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Inland Fisheries Ireland, the state agency responsible for the protection, management and conservation of the Irish inland fisheries resource, is investigating a major fish kill on the Ilen River in Skibbereen, West Cork. Fisheries Officers were alerted to the incident by a call from a member of the... Read More

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21st July, 2021

Anglers in Ireland take part in Bluefin Tuna Scientific ‘catch-tag-release’ fishery

21 July 2021 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie 22 angling charter vessels authorised to take part in Tuna CHART programme, operating from ports in Donegal, Sligo, Galway, Clare, Cork and Waterford Anglers in Ireland are taking part in a unique catch, tag and release programme to help Irish and international scientists learn more about the largest... Read More

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21st July, 2021

How bonuses enhance the online casino experience

21 July 2021 By Roger Jones roger@TheCork.ie Entertainment When you think of having fun, your mind is bombarded with a lot of options. You could spend time at a sports event, play a sport, watch a movie, hang out with some friends, play video games, and maybe even, enjoy some casino games. Historically, the only... Read More

ENTERTAINMENT, NEWS

20th July, 2021

AIB to close six Cork Bank Branches – College Rd, Blackrock Rd (Ballintemple), Little Island, Douglas Court, Ballyphehane (Turners Cross), North Main Street (Cork City Centre)

20 July 2021 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie AIB to close six Cork branches, but it can hardly have been unexpected after COVID19 and the ongoing march to a cashless society #TapAndPay When was the last time you were in your bank branch? I would have to guesstimate 3 years ago when I needed to buy... Read More

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20th July, 2021

Cork Airport re-opens for non essential international travel

20 July 2021 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie daa, the operator of Dublin and Cork Airports, has launched a new television commercial as non-essential international travel returns. COVID-19 has ensured that it has been a long time since most of the Irish population have flown, so, daa has commissioned the advertisement in support of the Irish... Read More

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19th July, 2021

JOB ADVERT: Refrigeration Apprentice – Rea Refrigeration Ltd of Mitchelstown, Co Cork

19 July 2021 By Mary Bermingham mary@TheCork.ie Job title Refrigeration Apprentice Employer Rea Refrigeration Ltd of Mitchelstown, Co Cork Description Rea Refrigeration Ltd are looking for an apprentice with a keen interest in the dairy and commercial refrigeration industry, utilising all types of refrigerants. Successful candidates will be required to be trained in all aspects... Read More

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19th July, 2021

Cork primary school classes are too large – says INTO #PupilTeacherRatio

19 July 2021 By Mary Bermingham mary@TheCork.ie “Cork primary and special schools deserve better” The Irish National Teachers’ Organisation (INTO) is the trade union for teachers and principals in primary and special schools across the island of Ireland. Following a challenging year for primary schools, their pupils and staff, INTO has published a pre-budget submission... Read More

EDUCATION, NEWS

19th July, 2021

€250,000 for Cork youth clubs

19 July 2021 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Thousands of young people who attend youth clubs and groups across Cork city and county are set to benefit from a substantial financial boost of €250,000. The annual grant scheme is a major source of funding managed by the Youth Services section of Cork Education and Training Board... Read More

EDUCATION, NEWS

19th July, 2021

When is Cork Craft Month? August 2021 #CorkCraftMonth21

19 July 2021 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Cork Craft & Design, Ireland’s largest social enterprise for craftspeople, has launched its 2021 programme for Cork Craft Month this August. Showcasing the best of contemporary Irish craft, a stellar line-up of over 70 exceptional workshops, masterclasses, artist talks, trails and demonstrations is taking place throughout the month.... Read More

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