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9th April, 2020

Irish Community Rapid Response Air Ambulance “on the brink of collapse” warns TD

9 April 2020 By Bryan Smyth bryan@TheCork.ie Aontú Leader Peadar Tóibín TD has voiced great concern with regards new that emergency air ambulance services in Ireland are on the brink of collapse. Deputy Tóibín stated; “Ironically, at a time when public safety dominates our airwaves and media, a crucial emergency service which saves lives –... Read More
AONTÚ, AREA: NORTH CORK, HEALTH, NEWS, POLITICS
8th April, 2020

It’s now illegal to visit a beach*, so please #FanachtOff (*unless it’s within 2km of your home)

8 April 2020 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Fanacht is the Irish language word for ‘Wait’. A new Gardai operation ‘Operation Fanacht’ will see an extensive network of checkpoints Deputy Commissioner, Policing and Security, John Twomey said “we would ask people who are thinking of travelling to parks, natural beauty spots or holiday homes outside of the 2km... Read More
AREA: EAST CORK, AREA: NORTH CORK, AREA: SOUTH CORK, AREA: WEST CORK, ENTERTAINMENT, HEALTH, NEWS
8th April, 2020

VIDEO: Pesticides entering Cork freshwater

8 April 2020 By Bryan Smyth bryan@TheCork.ie Pesticide detections continue in Cork this year – farmers and other users reminded to use best practice when spraying Great care must always be taken to protect drinking water supplies wherever pesticide use is considered necessary, particularly if using products for grassland weed control containing substances such as... Read More
AREA: EAST CORK, AREA: NORTH CORK, AREA: SOUTH CORK, AREA: WEST CORK, FARMING, NEWS
8th April, 2020

Illegal dumping / fly-tipping has increased in Co Cork during #COVID19 crisis

8 April 2020 By Bryan Smyth bryan@TheCork.ie Cork County Council’s civil amenity sites are accepting essential domestic black refuse bags, along with glass and cans in separate bags, but not paper/plastic.  Cork County Council is urging residents across the County to keep Cork clean and beautiful. Recent weeks have brought a concerning increase in illegal... Read More
AREA: EAST CORK, AREA: NORTH CORK, AREA: SOUTH CORK, AREA: WEST CORK, NEWS
8th April, 2020

Global Shortage of Nurses, warns WHO report

8 April 2020 By Bryan Smyth bryan@TheCork.ie There is a global shortage of nurses, a new report from the World Health Organisation, Nursing Now and the International Council of Nurses has warned. The first “State of the World’s Nursing” report, which is published to mark World Health Day (Tuesday), warns that: there is a global... Read More
HEALTH, NEWS
8th April, 2020

FARMING: FBD offering Farm Relief Service (FRS) voucher of €500 #COVID19

8 April 2020 By Bryan Smyth bryan@TheCork.ie FBD supporting their farm customers through challenging times Everyone is currently living through the worrying experience of a global pandemic: COVID-19. FBD understands the importance of supporting our farm customers during this exceptional event. Essential every day farm activities must continue in what is one of the busiest periods... Read More
BUSINESS, FARMING, NEWS
8th April, 2020

Asthma Society of Ireland say helpline very busy

8 April 2020 By Bryan Smyth bryan@TheCork.ie Cocooning: What is Severe Asthma? – Asthma Society of Ireland Severe asthma defined by Asthma Society expert advisory group Asthma Society urges people with severe asthma to cocoon due to coronavirus On Friday, March 27, An Taoiseach, Leo Varadkar announced to the nation, that people considered “extremely medically... Read More
HEALTH, NEWS
8th April, 2020

Helpful tips for remote working

8 April 2020 By Roger L Kennedy roger@TheCork.ie Glandore, a leading provider of serviced offices & coworking spaces, share helpful advice for those working from home With the ever-increasing need for social distancing and working from home, Glandore – a provider of serviced offices and coworking spaces – understands the impact this may have on health... Read More
BUSINESS, HEALTH, NEWS
7th April, 2020

County Council extends deadline for Grant Scheme

7 April 2020 By Mary Bermingham mary@TheCork.ie In consideration of the impact of the Covid 19 crisis, Cork County Council has extended the application deadline for funding under the Creative Ireland County Cork Grant Scheme and for the Council’s own Pop-up Shop Grant Scheme, until 12 noon on Thursday, April 23rd. These schemes acknowledge the... Read More
AREA: EAST CORK, AREA: NORTH CORK, AREA: SOUTH CORK, AREA: WEST CORK, BUSINESS, ENTERTAINMENT, NEWS
7th April, 2020

Another public consultation deadline extended

7 April 2020 By Bryan Smyth bryan@TheCork.ie Minister English extends public consultation on Draft National Marine Planning Framework In recognition of the fact that some individuals or organisations may have experienced challenges in completing National Marine Plan Framework (NMPF) submissions by deadline (April 9th) due to restrictions relating to the national response to the Covid-19... Read More
FARMING, NEWS
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