Ulster Bank Closure a Body Blow to Fermoy – O’Keeffe

27 March 2017 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Fianna Fáil TD for Cork East, Kevin O’Keeffe, has said that the town of Fermoy been “dealt a body blow” following the decision of Ulster Bank to close its branch there. The Fermoy branch is one of 22 Ulster Bank branches across the country are due to close... Read More

AREA: NORTH CORK, FIANNA FAIL, NEWS, POLITICS

27th March, 2017

WOW airline announced new route from Cork, Ireland to Chicago, USA

27 March 2017 By Bryan Smyth bryan@TheCork.ie Four-times weekly flights to Chicago O’Hare Airport via Reykjavik, Iceland commence on 13 July this year Flights from €139 one way including taxes Low-cost Icelandic airline WOW air has announced a new Chicago route, with flights commencing on 13 July from Cork and Dublin. The Cork and Dublin.... Read More

AREA: SOUTH CORK, BUSINESS, ENTERTAINMENT, NEWS

27th March, 2017

MAP: Garda investigating sudden death of woman in 30’s at Farranree house

27 March 2017 By Bryan Smyth bryan@TheCork.ie Gardai in Watercourse Rd are investigating the discovery of the body of a woman in her late 30’s at a house in Pophams Road, Farranree, Cork City at approximately 3am this morning. Above: Map showing general location of ‘Pophams Road’ A male in his 40’s was arrested at... Read More

AREA: NORTH CORK, NEWS

27th March, 2017

Sinn Fein TD Jonathan O’Brien – Cork North Central – wants Garda Commissioner to step down

27 March 2017 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Garda Commissioner’s position is untenable – Jonathan O’Brien TD Sinn Féin Justice Spokesperson Jonathan O’Brien TD has said that the position of Garda Commissioner Noirin O’Sullivan is untenable. Commenting as Sinn Féin published a motion of no confidence in the Commissioner, Deputy O’Brien said; “It is clear public... Read More

AREA: CORK CITY, AREA: NORTH CORK, NEWS, POLITICS, SINN FÉIN

27th March, 2017

SAILING: Minister Simon Coveney launches “O’Leary Life & Pensions Sovereign’s Cup 2017” at Kinsale Yacht Club

27 March 2017 By Bryan T. Smyth bryan@TheCork.ie The O’Leary Life & Pensions Sovereign’s Cup 2017 was launched at Kinsale Yacht Club today by Simon Coveney TD, Minister for Housing, Planning and Local Government. The Event takes place at Kinsale Yacht Club from 21st-24th June, 2017, where over 100 boats are expected to enjoy four... Read More

AREA: WEST CORK, ENTERTAINMENT, FINE GAEL, NEWS, POLITICS

25th March, 2017

VIDEO: Tina Turner – tribute act Rebecca O’Connor – comes to Cork Opera House and Commodore Hotel Cobh

25 March 2017 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Are you a Tina Turner fan? If so, get ready to rock, as Rebecca O’Connor is returning to Ireland this summer on her Simply the Best tour as TINA, following her phenomenally successful 2016 Irish performances. The powerhouse singer from Cobh is the only act in the world... Read More

ENTERTAINMENT, NEWS

24th March, 2017

SOCIAL PICS: Chartered Accountants Cork Society hold Annual Daffodil Day Breakfast in Clayton Hotel

24 March 2017 By Bryan T. Smyth bryan@TheCork.ie The Chartered Accountants Cork Society held their Annual Daffodil Day Breakfast in Clayton Hotel this week.

AREA: CORK CITY, HEALTH, NEWS

24th March, 2017

SOCCER: Preview – Cork City FC v Dundalk

24 March 2017 By Bryan T. Smyth bryan@TheCork.ie Cork City welcome Dundalk to Turner’s Cross on Saturday, with a sell-out crowd expected at Turner’s Cross. City go into the game on the back of five consecutive wins, with their latest outing a 2-1 win away to Shamrock Rovers last Friday. Their last two home games... Read More

AREA: CORK CITY, NEWS, SPORT

24th March, 2017

First year University College Cork BIS students raise €2,230 for the Society of St. Vincent de Paul

24 March 2017 By Bryan Smyth bryan@TheCork.ie A collaborative project undertaken by a group of 23 first year Business Information Students (BIS) in UCC has raised €2,230 for the Society of St. Vincent de Paul in Cork. The first year students undertook a group project to create a charity CD of Christmas carols that saw... Read More

EDUCATION, NEWS

24th March, 2017

Now you can buy Ballymaloe Relish flavoured crisps!

24 March 2017 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie O’Donnells crisps have unveiled a new flavour – Ballymaloe Relish and Cheddar Cheese. This collaboration sees two household Irish brands coming together. O’Donnells and Ballymaloe Foods Ed O’Donnell of O’Donnells Crisps said: “We are delighted to work with one of our favourite brands to develop this unique new... Read More

AREA: EAST CORK, NEWS

24th March, 2017

Seven Cork schools shortlisted in this year’s Bord Gáis Energy Student Theatre Awards

24 March 2017 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Awards ceremony to take place on Wednesday 17 May 2017 The shortlist for the annual Bord Gáis Energy Student Theatre Awards has been revealed. A total of seven Cork schools have caught the attention of the judging panel and will now attend an exciting Awards ceremony in the... Read More

AREA: WEST CORK, EDUCATION, NEWS

24th March, 2017

Kingsley Hotel Cork exhibits at British Tourism and Travel Show this week at the NEC in Birmingham

24 March 2017 By Bryan Smyth bryan@TheCork.ie Fourteen Irish tourism companies, including the The Kingsley Hotel, have joined Tourism Ireland at the British Tourism and Travel Show this week, at the NEC in Birmingham. The British Tourism and Travel Show is an annual event for the travel trade in Britain – attracting nearly 3,000 coach... Read More

BUSINESS, ENTERTAINMENT, NEWS