9 October 2025 By Roger Kennedy roger@TheCork.ie Entertainment Once the butter capital of the world (and culinary capital of Ireland), famous for its fresh seafood and English market, Cork city has come a long way. It has begun positioning itself as a significant digital hub, embracing a new wave of online entertainment, commerce, and overall... Read More
8 October 2025 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Newmarket Motors Appointed Main Dealer for Mercedes-Benz Light Commercial Vehicles Division North County Cork based Newmarket Motors has been appointed as a main dealer for Mercedes-Benz Light Commercial Vehicles division. This appointment adds one of the world’s most respected vehicle brands to Newmarket Motors’ line up, further strengthening... Read More
8 October 2025 By Bryan McCarthy bryan@TheCork.ie Autumn is on the way and with it comes a drop in temperatures and longer evenings. Today, Ciara O’Gorman, Development Manager with South Munster Citizens Information Service discusses additional supports available to assist with heating costs. Fuel Allowance is a payment to help with the cost of... Read More
7 October 2025 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie The Montenotte Hotel is delighted to announce the appointment of Martin Lovell as Executive Chef. With more than 25 years experience in Ireland, New York and Michelin-starred kitchens, Martin brings outstanding culinary leadership and creativity to this pivotal role. Recognised for his passion for using the best local and... Read More
6 October 2025 By Tony Forde tony@TheCork.ie Cork Airport has renewed its partnership with the Guinness Cork Jazz Festival, one of Cork’s most celebrated cultural events, as part of its 2025 Community Fund. Now in its 47th year, the Guinness Cork Jazz Festival continues to attract visitors from far and near and is estimated to be... Read More
5 October 2025 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie The Minister of State for Nature, Heritage and Biodiversity Christopher O’Sullivan TD recently announced the purchase of 98.5 acres of land at White’s Marsh, in Inchydoney Co. Cork. The site, which is also known as the Island Stand Intake, has been purchased for its high nature value for... Read More
4 October 2025 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Cork Airport is proud to announce a new collaboration with Munster Technological University (MTU) Access Service to deliver a free, in-person single subject certificate, ‘Starting Strong: Essential Skills for Higher Education,’ commencing this month. This 5-credit certificate is designed to support adult learners and students from traditionally underrepresented backgrounds... Read More
3 October 2025 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie The Government’s launch of a new emergency communications platform will help improve connectivity, particularly for rural communities, a Fine Gael TD has said. Deputy Burke said the new system utilises cutting edge technology to build greater resilience in our emergency communications, creating a system of ‘last resort’ which... Read More
2 October 2025 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Tusla Education Support Service (TESS) in partnership with Minister for Education and Youth Helen McEntee, launched a nationwide multimedia campaign to promote regular school attendance in all counties across Ireland. The campaign launch comes as new data from TESS shows that nationally more than one in five children and... Read More
1 October 2025 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Re-Creation The Trial of Ian Bailey The new film from six-time Academy Award™ Nominee Jim Sheridan, co-directed by David Merriman. Followed by West Cork Murder: 2025 Case Analysis featuring directors Jim Sheridan and David Merriman, hosted by Jennifer Forde from West Cork Podcast, the definitive series centred around the murder of... Read More
30 September 2025 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Toastmasters International is set to embark on a unique Bus Tour from 5–11 October 2025, bringing the power of communication, confidence, and leadership directly to communities across Ireland. This one-of-a-kind roadshow will stop in key cities and towns, offering interactive workshops, inspiring talks, and live demonstrations designed to... Read More
29 September 2025 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie West Cork business Finbarr Galvin Ltd named Škoda Dealer of the Year for outstanding performance Finbarr Galvin Ltd has been awarded “Škoda Dealer Of The Year” at a prestigious Škoda-Auto event in Karlovy Vary, Czech-Republic. The Annual Škoda Dealer of the Year Award is presented based on a... Read More