HOUSING CRISIS: The reason you cannot find somewhere to rent is that Landlords find Airbnb more profitable than long term lets?

4 July 2017 By Bryan Smyth bryan@TheCork.ie The Green Party in Cork has renewed its call for Cork local authorities to step up in regulating improper Airbnb rentals as part of efforts to resolve the housing crisis The party renewed its call in Cork after Dublin City Council announced that it was taking action against... Read More

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4th July, 2017

SPORT: 24 Marathons, 24 Days charity challenge is coming to Cork

4 July 2017 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie An epic charity challenge kicked off in Donegal Town by legendary Ireland soccer goalkeeper, Packie Bonner on Thursday, 22nd June is coming to Cork on Tuesday, 11th July. Kerry man Shane Finn is running 24 marathons in 24 consecutive days to raise €100,000 for Spina Bifida Hydrocephalus Ireland... Read More

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4th July, 2017

BREXIT: EU must change to survive – says Cork MEP

4 July 2017 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Co Cork based Sinn Féin MEP Liadh Ní Riada has said the European Union must change if it is to survive. The Ireland South MEP made the comments at a debate in Cork on the future of the EU after Brexit. “Over the past two decades we have... Read More

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4th July, 2017

SINN FEIN: Cork MEP warns against ‘militarisation of EU’

4 July 2017 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Sinn Féin MEP Liadh Ní Riada has warned against the “creeping militarisation” of the European Union. The Ireland South MEP made the comments at a debate in Cork this week on the future of the EU after Brexit. “There must be no militarisation the EU,” she said. “Any... Read More

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4th July, 2017

WEST CORK: Fishermen concerned by UK decision to leave ‘London Fisheries Convention’

4 July 2017 By Bryan Smyth bryan@TheCork.ie Cork South West TD, Margaret Murphy O’Mahony has said that the British Government’s decision to withdraw from the London Fisheries Convention is a stark reminder of the damage the Brexit decision could have on the Cork fishing industry. “… the UK Government trigged the two year process by... Read More

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4th July, 2017

WEST CORK: ‘The Mews’ Restaurant Baltimore features in Donal Skehan’s TV show tonight

4 July 2017 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie This evening one of Cork’s top restaurant’s The Mews, Baltimore will feature in Donal Skehan’s TV show at 8.30pm. Donal has been wooing the country with his delicious recipes in minutes for the last few weeks. Episode 5 – Quick Shop Meals We all live busy lives and... Read More

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3rd July, 2017

POLITICS: Cork City Council motion on voter registration positive, but more can be done, says Green Party

3 July 2017 By Bryan Smyth bryan@TheCork.ie The Green Party in Cork has lent its support to a motion before Cork City Council to make voter registration easier. However, the party has said the proposals could go further. The motion, which is being put forward by Solidarity councilor, Fiona Ryan, would create a “Voter Registration... Read More

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3rd July, 2017

CORK COUNTY MAYOR: visits Transport Minister to ask for more investment in Cork infrastructure

3 July 2017 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Mayor of the County of Cork, Cllr Declan Hurley will lead a delegation from Cork County Council to meet with Minister Shane Ross and discuss requirements regarding investment in Cork Roads today. Top of the agenda will be the need for investment in transport infrastructure in Cork to... Read More

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3rd July, 2017

ENTERTAINMENT: Minane Bridge hosts ‘Tracton Arts Festival 2017’ 6th – 9th July

3 July 2017 By Bryan T. Smyth bryan@TheCork.ie The third annual Tracton Arts Festival 2017 will run from July 6-9 at the Tracton Arts and Community Centre, a restored Georgian former schoolhouse in Minane Bridge, Cork. The festival will open officially on Thursday July 6th at 7pm with a champagne reception, sponsored by Stonewell Cider,... Read More

AREA: SOUTH CORK, ENTERTAINMENT, NEWS

2nd July, 2017

CRAIC AGUS CEOL: Cork gets ready to host ‘Munster Fleadh Cheoil’ for first time – used to be held in County TOWNS, now it’s coming to the CITY

2 July 2017 By Bryan T. Smyth bryan@TheCork.ie Between the 18th and 23rd of July the Munster Fleadh Cheoil will be held Cork City the first time ever. Traditionally held in the county towns of Munster such as Listowel, Killarney, Nenagh and Dungarvan, this will be the Munster Fleadh’s first outing in an major urban... Read More

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2nd July, 2017

WOMENS SPORT: deserves equal opportunity – says Cork Fine Gael Senator Lombard

2 July 2017 By Bryan T. Smyth bryan@TheCork.ie Cork based Fine Gael Senator, Tim Lombard, said we need to improve access and opportunity for women’s sport in Ireland via a new National Strategy for Woman in Sport aimed at increasing recognition, funding and participation. “I am a passionate advocate of sport; aside from the enjoyment... Read More

AREA: SOUTH CORK, FINE GAEL, NEWS, POLITICS, SPORT

1st July, 2017

SOCCER: Match Preview – Peamount United vs Cork City Women’s FC

1 July 2017 By Elaine Muprhy elaine@TheCork.ie Cork City WFC return to Continental Tyres Women’s National League action after the summer break as they travel to Greenogue to face the current league leaders Peamount United today with a 6pm kick off. City who have had a four week break since their 5-0 win over Kilkenny... Read More

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