17 June 2026 By Roger Kennedy roger@TheCork.ie Bingo in the Philippines has become a cultural staple that thrives on its seamless blend of simplicity, excitement, and social interaction. Whether enjoyed in traditional community halls or through modern online platforms, PH Bingo carries an enduring appeal that transcends generations. Yet, the secret to its long-standing popularity... Read More
5 June 2026 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Minister of State Timmy Dooley and senior officials this week visited the Marine Institute’s research vessel, the RV Tom Crean, to mark a significant new phase of investment in Ireland’s INFOMAR seabed mapping programme and to highlight the critical role of marine data in delivering national policy priorities.... Read More
5 June 2026 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Kinsale & District Lions Club is proud to be part of the organising team behind the Fort 2 Fort Charity Cycle 2026, one of Cork’s premier charity cycling events, which was officially launched recently at Cork ARC Cancer Support House. The highly successful event is a collaboration between... Read More
4 June 2026 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Councillor Peter Horgan, Cork City Council, was today elected as the new Chair of the Regional Health Forum South West. His appointment was ratified at the annual general meeting of the Regional Health Forum South West, which was held today at Kerry Council Chambers at Rathass in Tralee.... Read More
4 June 2026 By Valerie Ryan valerie@TheCork.ie Acclaimed poet, author, and mental health advocate, Daragh Fleming, has been named Cork Person of the Month for May in recognition of his work promoting mental health awareness through the power of poetry and digital storytelling. From Glounthaune, Daragh’s work has resonated deeply across Ireland and beyond. He... Read More
4 June 2026 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Who can use public hospitals in Ireland? If you live in Ireland and you are ordinarily resident you can access in-patient and out-patient services in public hospitals. Public hospitals include HSE hospitals and voluntary hospitals. Certain visitors to Ireland are also entitled to public health services, for example, people covered... Read More
4 June 2026 By Valerie Ryan valerie@TheCork.ie Cork North West Fine Gael TD John Paul O’Shea has welcomed the introduction of new pharmacy services that will allow pharmacists to provide prescriptions for a range of common minor conditions, making it easier and faster for people to access healthcare in their local communities. The new service,... Read More
4 June 2026 By Valerie Ryan valerie@TheCork.ie Fianna Fáil TD for Cork North West Aindrias Moynihan has warned that Ireland’s move towards increasingly digital public services must not leave rural communities, older people or people with limited digital skills behind. Raising the issue in the Dáil with the Minister of State at the Department of... Read More
3 June 2026 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie The Mobility Aids Grant Scheme helps you pay for basic work to address mobility issues you are having at home. For example, if you are having difficulty getting into the bath or shower, the grant could cover the cost of installing an accessible shower. The scheme is for... Read More
3 June 2026 By Roger Kennedy roger@TheCork.ie Entertainment Four Grand Slams make up the peak of the tennis calendar, but they are not interchangeable. Each has its own surface, its own culture, and its own set of demands that rewards different types of players. Wimbledon, which runs from 29 June to 12 July this year,... Read More
3 June 2026 By Roger Kennedy roger@TheCork.ie Entertainment Inside bets in Roulette explained: what they are and how they work Roulette has been part of Irish gaming for a long time, and it’s moved online while maintaining popularity. Cork has its land-based venues, and live Roulette has built a following across Ireland too. Most people... Read More
2 June 2026 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Projects will deliver important actions under Ireland’s National Biodiversity Action Plan Minister of State for Nature, Heritage and Biodiversity, Christopher O’Sullivan TD, has, in recent weeks, confirmed the allocation of €193,400 in funding to projects in Cork under the Local Biodiversity Action Fund (LBAF) 2026. A diverse range... Read More