5 May 2020 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Gardaí in Blackrock, Cork are appealing to the public for information in relation to an aggravated burglary that occurred at a house in the little-known Bull’s Lane (a cul-de-sac off the Blackrock Road), Cork. It happened between 8pm on Friday 1st May 2020 and 6.30am on Saturday, 2nd... Read More
5 May 2020 By Bryan Smyth bryan@TheCork.ie ‘Airtastic’ in Little Island has a 12 lane bowling alley, indoor 18 hole mini-golf course, amusement arcades, and more. Unfortunately, it’s currently closed during the COVID19 lockdown, but it’s planning a grand reopening and is running a competition to win vouchers When we last mentioned Airtastic in October... Read More
5 May 2020 By Bryan Smyth bryan@TheCork.ie In an effort to get everything they need in one go and cater for all the additional meals and snacks eaten at home, shoppers are adding an extra four items to their baskets each visit, increasing their monthly grocery bill by €118 on average. New figures published today... Read More
5 May 2020 By Bryan Smyth bryan@TheCork.ie How to calculate where you can exercise in Ireland? Under the updated Irish ‘lockdown’ regime, effective from today (Tuesday 5 May) you can expand your exercise zone from 2km to 5km from your home. At this stage, many people have walked and jogged pretty much every road near... Read More
5 May 2020 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie How do you like your whiskey… a spicy body with a deep creamy texture, consistently mellow throughout, or perhaps a soft smoky body with a light texture…? Whiskey Gift has deconstructed the whiskey making process and is handing the reins over to you. Experiment with endless possible flavour... Read More
5 May 2020 By Bryan Smyth bryan@TheCork.ie DeBarras live music venue in Clonakilty, West Cork, has unfortunately closed up for the time being abiding by government regulations, but you can join them for the ultimate, intimate lock-in sessions online. DeBarras Sitting Room to Sitting Room Sessions are in to their second month of bringing you... Read More
4 May 2020 By Bryan Smyth bryan@TheCork.ie AIB has revealed Cork consumers spending habits since the impact of Covid-19 Overall, Cork consumers are spending 22% less than normal since Covid-19 started to impact Ireland. However, Cork consumers are spending 29% more on groceries, with those from Cork between the age of 25 and 34 recording... Read More
4 May 2020 By Bryan Smyth bryan@TheCork.ie The Health Protection Surveillance Centre has today been informed that a total of 16 people with COVID-19 have died. There have now been a total 1,319 COVID-19 related deaths in Ireland. As of 11am Monday 4 May, the HPSC has been notified of 266 new confirmed cases of... Read More
4 May 2020 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie The Cork County Council sponsored Sam Maguire Passport Tour by Dunmanway Tourism group is now available to experience from home with the launch of the Sam Maguire Virtual Tour. Virtual tourists scan QR codes from their “passport” which then guides them through the life and hometown of the... Read More
4 May 2020 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Independent Cork City Councillor Ken O’ Flynn says that Cork urgently needs a Taskforce that can lead a fully charged initiative to reignite the local economy, support businesses and protect jobs. Cllr O’Flynn said “In speaking with business people in our city and county over recent weeks it... Read More
3 May 2020 By Bryan Smyth bryan@TheCork.ie Pure Cork is a brand which sets out a vision and action plan to grow Cork tourism. It was founded in 2016 and includes representatives from Cork City Council and Cork County Council. The folks at pure Cork have produced a lovely 40 second inspirational video In these... Read More
3 May 2020 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Cork Senator Tim Lombard has spoken out about the lack of cooperation from Irish Business Insurers, and the need for them to react appropriately to the circumstances by paying out business interruption claims and providing rebates for now redundant liability policies. Senator Lombard said: “The Covid pandemic has... Read More