Radisson Blu Hotel unveils ‘refreshed’ spa, following €100,000 investment

23 October 2019 By Mary Bermingham mary@TheCork.ie The sweetest retreat — The Spa at Radisson Blu Hotel & Spa, Cork launches an impressive spa refurbishment with a new Sweet Retreat stay Radisson Blu Hotel & Spa, Little Island is a warm and inviting destination on the doorstep of Cork city and a beautiful blend of... Read More

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23rd October, 2019

OFFER: Afternoon tea for 2 in Cork Hotel, only €39 instead of €60

23 October 2019 By Bryan Smyth bryan@TheCork.ie Enjoy an indulgent afternoon tea for two in a luxury Cork City hotel for less Nothing is quite as fancy as a decadent afternoon tea with pretty little finger sandwiches, pastries and freshly baked scones all laid out on an elegant silver cake stand. It’s the perfect way... Read More

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23rd October, 2019

Green Party City Cllr Oliver Moran running for Dáil in Cork North Central (for the seat vacated by Billy Kelleher who was elected MEP)

23 October 2019 By Mary Bermingham mary@TheCork.ie Speaking following his announcement, City Councillor Oliver Moran stressed the importance of having a strong voice in the Dáil for Cork North Central to represent his three key campaign issues of transport, housing and democracy “These aren’t only national issues. They affect North Cork and the northside of... Read More

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23rd October, 2019

O’Shea Welcomes Increase in Kanturk/Mallow 2020 Budget

23 October 2019 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie North Cork Fine Gael Councillor John Paul O’Shea has this week welcomed a significant increase in funding of more than €2 million to bring the total funding allocation in the Kanturk/Mallow Municipal District Budgetary Plan for 2020 to just over €13.5 million. Cllr O’Shea has also welcomed proposals... Read More

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23rd October, 2019

New campaign highlights role Cork County Council plays in daily lives across the county

23 October 2019 By Bryan Smyth bryan@TheCork.ie Cork County council wants everyone in County Cork to be more aware of the range of services they provide and how the public benefits from those services and supports. County Hall, Cork Pic: Daragh McSweeney/ProvisionIn a recent survey carried out on behalf of the National Oversight and Audit... Read More

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23rd October, 2019

PERFECT SCHOOL ATTENDANCE: 100 Cork school children receive award from Lord Mayor

23 October 2019 By Bryan Smyth bryan@TheCork.ie The average primary school pupil misses 10 days each school year, and the average secondary student misses 13 days a year, but these students missed none. 100 students from primary and secondary schools in Cork will gather in Cork City Hall today to receive awards from the Cork... Read More

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23rd October, 2019

PHOTOS: Council creates flagship meadow in town centre (i.e. stops cutting grass, and more!) to promote #BioDiversity #DontMowLetitGrow #AllIrelandPollinatorPlan

22 October 2019 By Bryan Smyth bryan@TheCork.ie Council’s Midleton Meadow has Big Benefits for Bees One third of Ireland’s bee species are threatened with extinction. Local authorities have a leading role to play in reducing their decline and protecting them and our other important pollinators. With this in mind staff at the East Cork Municipal... Read More

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22nd October, 2019

VOTE OF CONFIDENCE IN CORK: Belfast based ‘Grafton Recruitment’ opens new Cork office

22 October 2019 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie CEO of Grafton Recruitment Tina McKenzie has opened the company’s new Cork office alongside special guest, Leader of Seanad Éireann, Senator Jerry Buttimer. The recruitment company, founded in 1983, currently has 10 offices across the Island of Ireland and is pursuing a robust growth strategy with the expected... Read More

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22nd October, 2019

Cork’s Better Buildings for 2019 have been revealed!

22 October 2019 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Cork Business Association, in association with Cork City Council and The Echo, have announced the winners of the 2019 Cork Better Building Awards. The awards honour the best designed and best maintained buildings in the greater Cork City area, and are aimed at rewarding businesses and building caretakers... Read More

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22nd October, 2019

MUNSTER TECHNOLOGICAL UNIVERSITY: Ibec welcomes €2m funding in support

22 October 2019 By Mary Bermingham mary@TheCork.ie Ibec, the group that represents Irish business, has welcomed the allocation of €2M towards the development of a Technological University (TU) in the South West region which could create a new type of higher education institution to support enterprise needs and drive regional development. Sean Moran, Ibec Cork... Read More

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22nd October, 2019

WEST CORK BUSINESS: AIB announces renewal of Ludgate digital hub primary sponsorship

22 October 2019 By Bryan Smyth bryan@TheCork.ie AIB is renewing its primary sponsorship of the Ludgate digital hub in Skibbereen for a further three years. The bank has committed to continue backing the work done in creating a sustainable digital economy for Skibbereen and the wider West Cork area. Ludgate is home to 21 companies... Read More

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22nd October, 2019

HEALTH: Bon Secours Cork open €77m Cancer Centre

22 October 2019 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Minister of State at the Department of Health Jim Daly TD, on Monday, officially opened the new Bon Secours Cork Cancer Centre, marking the completion of the wider €77 million expansion of the hospital. The new Bon Secours Cork Cancer Centre now offers the most technologically advanced radiotherapy... Read More

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