19 October 2025 By Bryan McCarthy bryan@TheCork.ie On October 15, Cork City Hall played host to a special civic reception hosted by the Lord Mayor to celebrate the 80th anniversary of Cork Public Museum, marking eight decades of cultural preservation, public service, and community pride. Founded on 4 April 1945, Cork Public Museum holds the... Read More
Cork Labour senator calls for rights-based approach in supporting disabled people exit from wardship
19 October 2025 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Senator Laura Harmon calls for rights-based approach in supporting disabled people exit from wardship Speaking following the Oireachtas Disability Matters Committee this week Senator Laura Harmon, Labour Spokesperson for Disability, said: “I welcome the recent abolishment of wardship, a system that too long denied disabled people access to... Read More
18 October 2025 By Valerie RYan valerie@TheCork.ie St Theresa’s Girl Guides Passage West is the latest recipient of a Cork International Hotel Community Spirit Award which recognises the dedicated work of local volunteers who have worked with the group for the last 50 years. The group, which celebrated its golden anniversary last March, has 80... Read More
18 October 2025 By Bryan McCarthy bryan@TheCork.ie The 70th Cork International Film Festival launched Wednesday October 15th at City Hall Chair Cian Blackwell, Cllr. Fergal Dennehy Lord Mayor of Cork, Festival Director and CEO Fiona Clark and Aurélie Godot, Director of Programming, welcomed the guests and officially launched the Festival in City Hall Cork.... Read More
18 October 2025 By Valerie Ryan valerie@TheCork.ie Land Development Agency receives 1-, 2- and 3-bed apartments, and 3-bed townhouses being developed The Land Development Agency has been granted planning permission for the development of 345 new affordable homes in Wilton, Cork city. The development will deliver a mix of one, two and three bed apartments... Read More
18 October 2025 By Valerie Ryan valerie@TheCork.ie New public toilets for Marina Park: not yet open. Pending a licence agreement being signed. Cork City Council took delivery of the two new fully accessible toilet units on Monday and they have been placed on a site adjacent to Cortado Coffee at the city end of the... Read More
18 October 2025 By Valerie Ryan valerie@TheCork.ie The Minister for Education and Youth, Helen McEntee TD, has today welcomed the launch of a new pilot online application system for post-primary school admissions that is being piloted in two post-primary schools in Clonakilty. Enrolling in school can be a stressful time for parents, and this new pilot... Read More
17 October 2025 By Valerie Ryan valerie@TheCork.ie Cork’s most historic hotel is once again at the heart of the action for the Guinness Cork Jazz Festival 2025, offering an unbeatable mix of luxury, location, and FREE live music across the October Bank Holiday Weekend (24th – 26th October) The Imperial Hotel on South Mall will... Read More
17 October 2025 By Roger Kennedy roger@TheCork.ie Entertainment Sa bawat kanto, pista, o simpleng inuman, may isang larong nagbubuklod sa mga Pilipino—ang Pusoy. Sa mahabang panahon, ito ang naging tulay ng tawanan, kumpetisyon, at pagkakaibigan. Pero tulad ng lahat ng tradisyon, kailangang sumabay ang laro sa agos ng makabagong panahon. Kaya ipinanganak ang Pusoy ZingPlay,... Read More
16 October 2025 By Valerie Ryan valerie@TheCork.ie I am a farmer but I’m finding it hard to manage on the income from farming. What social welfare schemes can help? You may be eligible for Farm Assist, a weekly means-tested payment for low-income farmers. Qualification for Farm Assist can also lead to the farmer becoming eligible... Read More
15 October 2025 By Valerie Ryan valerie@TheCork.ie New residency bursary and enhanced access supports introduced Cork City Council is pleased to announce the launch of its 2026 Arts Funding Schemes, continuing its support for artists, arts organisations, and community arts groups throughout the city. These schemes aim to strengthen Cork’s cultural life by enabling a wide... Read More
14 October 2025 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Almost 400 women will attend Enable Ireland’s ‘Lavanagh Ladies Lunch’ which celebrates its 28th anniversary this year on Wednesday the 12th of November in Maryborough Hotel, Cork. The annual event raises vital funds for Enable Ireland’s disability services for children and adults in Cork with a particular focus... Read More