EDUCATION: Primary schools learn about EU in ‘Blue Star Programme’

2 October 2020 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie The Blue Star Programme teaches primary school pupils about Ethe EU through creative activities and projects which complement the national primary curriculum Schools in Cork, and nationwide, now have just one week left to register to partake in the Blue Star Programme this year. Since the first... Read More

EDUCATION, NEWS

2nd October, 2020

Irish company wins tender process for Council IT security

2 October 2020 By Mary Bermingham mary@TheCork.ie Paradyn (with offices in Little Island, Cork and Sandyford, Dunlin 18) has implemented “an advanced cybersecurity and network solution” for Cork County Council in a €500,000 deal over the next three years. Having won a competitive tender process, Paradyn will provide security operation centre (SOC) as-a-service and network... Read More

AREA: EAST CORK, AREA: NORTH CORK, AREA: SOUTH CORK, AREA: WEST CORK, BUSINESS, NEWS

2nd October, 2020

Who is responsible for burning the former Convent in Skibbereen, West Cork?

2 October 2020 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Gardaí now believe that the fire may have been started intentionally Gardaí in Skibbereen and Clonakilty investigating a fire that occurred in a former Convent in Skibbereen, West Cork on Tuesday 29th September 2020 are renewing their appeal for witnesses. Shortly after 4pm, Gardaí were alerted to a... Read More

AREA: WEST CORK, NEWS

2nd October, 2020

VIDEO: @TG4TV feature #CorkFolkFestival

2 October 2020 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie A visual and visceral feast for the senses awaits fans of traditional and folk music as the best of the annual Cork Folk Festival is transposed to our screens in a new six-part series captured in some of Cork’s most iconic venues. Produced by Aniar TV, ‘Cork Folk... Read More

ENTERTAINMENT, NEWS

1st October, 2020

Should Cork Airport be subsidised to ensure it survives in long-term?

1 October 2020 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Action is needed on the Aviation Recovery Taskforce Report to ensure we have strong regional airports post-Covid. This is according to Ireland South MEP Deirdre Clune who said it should be a consideration that certain routes at airports such as Cork are subsidised to ensure they survive in... Read More

AREA: SOUTH CORK, BUSINESS, FINE GAEL, NEWS, POLITICS

1st October, 2020

Cork Recruitment firm marks 5 years in Business

1 October 2020 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie As Cork-based recruitment consultancy, Euro Executive celebrates five years in business, the company reflects on its foundation in 2015 and anticipates a period of growth over the coming years, despite the current economic climate With its office on Pouladuff Road, Euro Executive recruits permanent, temporary and contract solutions... Read More

BUSINESS, NEWS

1st October, 2020

New Macroom Garda Station

1 October 2020 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie In 2019, the Garda Commissioner announced that Macroom Garda station would be changed from a District Station to a Divisional Headquarters. Although, the land for the new Garda Station was purchased five years ago, there is no visible progress to date. Raising the matter in the Dáil last... Read More

AREA: NORTH CORK, FIANNA FAIL, NEWS, POLITICS

1st October, 2020

Cork accounts for 9% of Rentokil callouts for biting insects

1 October 2020 By Mary Bermingham mary@TheCork.ie Yes what you’ve heard is true, there are more biting inspects around at the moment! Rentokil has experienced a surge in callouts for biting insects. The company has recorded a 39% increase in queries related to bed bugs, fleas, mosquitos and midges in August when compared to July.... Read More

HEALTH, NEWS

30th September, 2020

Cork Chamber unveils wishlist for Government’s 2021 Budget

30 September 2020 By Bryan Smyth bryan@TheCork.ie Speaking at the launch of the Cork Chamber Budget 2021 Submission, Chamber President Paula Cogan said, “Budget 2021 must be about securing our economic resilience with infrastructural investment, finessing the pandemic supports and tax measures critical to normalising the economy and State finances.” “To provide continuity to construction... Read More

AREA: CORK CITY, BUSINESS, NEWS

30th September, 2020

Thermo Fisher Scientific launch €45,000 community grant for Currabinny, Shanbally, Ringaskiddy, Carrigaline, Crosshaven

30 September 2020 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Thermo Fisher Scientific (based on the road to Currabinny, near Ringaskiddy, Co Cork) has launched a €45,000 community grant in celebration of its double anniversary. Assisting deserving causes, it will be divided between local community groups along with charitable causes close to the hearts of employees. The contract... Read More

AREA: SOUTH CORK, BUSINESS, NEWS

30th September, 2020

FARMING: Cork Senator Tim Lombard elected Vice-Chair of Agriculture Committee

30 September 2020 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Fine Gael Senator Tim Lombard (from Minane Bridge, near Carrigaline, Co Cork) has been elected Vice Chair of the Oireachtas Joint Committee on Agriculture, Food and the Marine. Senator Lombard, who also serves as the Seanad spokesperson on Agriculture, said: “I am delighted to have been elected Vice... Read More

AREA: SOUTH CORK, AREA: WEST CORK, FARMING, FINE GAEL, NEWS, POLITICS

30th September, 2020

‘Fort 2 Fort’ Charity Cycle returns for 9th year

30 September 2020 By Mary Bermingham mary@TheCork.ie Gear up for the 2020 Virtual Fort 2 Fort Charity Cycle Sportive in aid of The Mercy Cancer Appeal The annual Fort 2 Fort Charity Cycle Sportive is back for its ninth year. Determined to, once again, raise much-needed funds for The Mercy Hospital Foundation, the Fort 2... Read More

AREA: EAST CORK, AREA: SOUTH CORK, ENTERTAINMENT, HEALTH, NEWS