Funeral of former Falkland Islands Govenor held in Bantry

28 February 2017 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie The funeral took place today of Sir Cosmo Dugal Patrick Thomas Haskard, KCMG, MBE. Sir Cosmo Haskard died this day last week at his home at Tragariff on the shores of Bantry Bay. Born in Dublin in November 1916 he had marked his 100th Birthday just three months... Read More

AREA: WEST CORK, NEWS

28th February, 2017

Mercy Hospital Foundation celebrates 10th anniversary

28 February 2017 By Bryan T. Smyth bryan@TheCork.ie This week the Mercy Hospital Foundation celebrates its 10th birthday. There was a special event in The Mercy University Hospital yesterday, recognising and acknowledging the many people who have helped the charity support advancements in research, diagnosis, treatments and care of patients since its establishment in February 2007.... Read More

AREA: CORK CITY, HEALTH, NEWS

28th February, 2017

This years ‘Fort 2 Fort Charity Cycle’ takes place on Sunday 9th April 2017

28 February 2017 By Bryan T. Smyth bryan@TheCork.ie This year’s Fort 2 Fort Charity Cycle takes place on Sunday, April 9th and will raise funds for the Mercy University Hospital Foundation, five Cork City and County Lions Clubs, and Camden Fort Meagher Restoration. As well as new routes around Cork Harbour, this year’s Fort 2... Read More

HEALTH, NEWS, SPORT

27th February, 2017

HR Class graduates in CIT

27 February 2017 By Bryan T. Smyth bryan@TheCork.ie

EDUCATION, NEWS

27th February, 2017

Green Party wants to turn off lights in Cork City Hall to mark Earth Hour 2017

27 February 2017 By Bryan Smyth bryan@TheCork.ie When is Earth Hour? This year it will be from 20:30 to 21:30 on Saturday the 25th of March The Green Party in Cork has called for the city to mark Earth Hour 2017 by turning off the lights on Cork City Hall. Earth Hour is an annual... Read More

AREA: CORK CITY, GREEN PARTY, NEWS, POLITICS

27th February, 2017

ENTERTAINMENT: Tickets Now on Sale for Cork’s RedFM Student Raceday

27 February 2017 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Where: Cork Racecourse, Mallow When: Thursday 23rd March. Gates will open at 1pm, with the first race off at 3pm. Tickets for Cork’s RedFM student raceday at Cork Racecourse on Thursday 23rd March go on sale at 11am this morning. Tickets are available to buy from Cork Institute of... Read More

AREA: NORTH CORK, ENTERTAINMENT, NEWS

26th February, 2017

Food Tourism on the Menu in North Cork

26 February 2017 By Bryan T. Smyth bryan@TheCork.ie Fáilte Ireland and Taste Cork have joined forces to encourage over twenty food operators in North Cork to tell their story and help them stand out in the international food tourism landscape. The workshop event, which was held at Longueville House, Mallow, addressed the growing expectations of... Read More

AREA: NORTH CORK, ENTERTAINMENT, NEWS

24th February, 2017

2017 BIM Young Fishmonger of the Year speaks at Union Hall cooking demonstation

24 February 2017, Friday By Bryan T. Smyth bryan@TheCork.ie “A-fish-ionado Open Day” at The Fish Shop in Union Hall today which featured Conor Sheridan, owner/chef, the Glandore Bistro and Stephen Hurley, 2017 BIM Young Fishmonger of the Year. Stephen talked about what fish are in season, the importance of provenance and preparation and indicated some... Read More

AREA: WEST CORK, BUSINESS, ENTERTAINMENT, NEWS

24th February, 2017

SPORT: Cork City FC sign Alec Byrne

24 February 2107 By Bryan Smyth bryan@TheCork.ie Cork City FC are delighted to announce that Alec Byrne has signed his first professional contract with the club. Speaking to CorkCityFC.ie, Byrne said: “I am delighted and honoured to sign a professional contract with Cork City FC. It was a huge step for me to go from... Read More

NEWS, SPORT

24th February, 2017

Cork University Business School (CUBS) Conference 2017

24 February 2017 By Bryan Smyth bryan@TheCork.ie Title: ‘Shaping Ireland’s Future’ When: Monday, March 6th 2017 What does a productive, creative and innovative workplace demand from graduates? How do firms grow during periods of chaos, uncertainty and rapid change? What does the future of business look like? These are just some of the questions that... Read More

AREA: CORK CITY, BUSINESS, EDUCATION, NEWS

23rd February, 2017

Heart disease leading cause of death in Cork says Cardiologist at Mater Private

23 February 2017 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Cardiovascular disease remains the number one cause of mortality in Cork and with the county’s aging population demographic, the incidence of the disease continues to grow, according to Dr Ronan Margey, Consultant Cardiologist at Mater Private Hospital Cork. Addressing a group of General Practitioners from the Cork and... Read More

HEALTH, NEWS

22nd February, 2017

SOCCER: Cork City FC sign of Christian Nanetti

22 February 2017 By Bryan T. Smyth bryan@TheCork.ie Cork City FC are pleased to confirm the signing of Christian Nanetti. The 25-year-old attacker began his career at Queens Park Rangers, and most recently lined out for Welling United. Speaking after the Italian’s international clearance was confirmed, City boss John Caulfield said: “Christian came to us... Read More

NEWS, SPORT