Clock is ticking for applications for IGNITE programme at UCC The IGNITE programme at University College Cork (UCC), which nurtures start-ups from idea stage to commercial reality, has opened a fresh call for applications. Thie IGNITE programme is accepting applications from recent graduates for the next full-time start-up incubation programme starting in April 2023. The…
The Cork International Hotel is celebrating friendship by replacing its Classic Afternoon Tea with a special Galentine’s Afternoon Tea for the month of February. The sweet and savoury dishes on offer all have a Valentine’s theme and are made from locally sourced and sustainable produce. Galentine’s Afternoon Tea is available from Monday, February 6th until…
A Cork concierge will be putting on a different hat this month as he brings a romantic vibe to the Metropole Hotel. Eamonn Cassidy has become the hotel’s first ever Director of Romance and the new role ensures guests will have an extra special Valentine’s Day this year. The Metropole Hotel has been a…
The MII Cork (Marketing Institute Ireland Cork) is pushing the boat out for the return of the MII Cork Ball, set to be one of the most entertaining events on the marketing calendar this year. Launched today by Ball Chair Ezara Ahern, Senior PR Account Manager at Hopkins Communications, “The Maritime Ball” will be a…
A new yoga, meditation and healthy eating app, The Yoga Tree, launched by Cork yogi Hazel Buckley, a regular on RTE Today, offers personalised wellbeing plans for today’s busy world. Everyone’s wellbeing goals are different, whether they are looking to improve mood, destress, enhance sleep, increase flexibility, or shed a few pounds. According to well-known…
The Irish Hairdressers Federation has today (Tuesday 31st January) launched a nationwide campaign to keep the VAT rate for the hairdressing sector at 9% ahead of the Government’s plan to raise it to 13.5% on 1st March. The Federation says this is ‘’an unjust and nonsensical tax burden on businesses that have suffered gravely during Covid and small…
Minister for Finance Michael McGrath cuts the ribbon on Cork premises Minister for Finance Michael McGrath has joined staff at the financial services firm, Provest, to officially open their new office in Douglas, Co. Cork. Provest was founded in 2017 by Mark O’Sullivan, who is currently the Managing Director. The company employs nine people with…
Families are being offered the chance to stretch their vocal chords at an exclusive event in Cork next week. The Disney hit, Frozen, will be shown at The Pav with lyrics on screen to help everyone sing along with Anna and Elsa during the film. Live singers will help everyone to warm up their singing…
AYA, the leading Irish vitamin and supplement brand for all the family is delighted to announce a Brand Partnership with Irish Rugby International Player Robbie Henshaw for 2023. As a professional athlete at the top of his game, Robbie enjoys a busy lifestyle and alongside a balanced and varied diet, he takes AYA vitamins and…
The Mater Foundation is calling on people across Co. Cork to challenge themselves, get active and walk, jog or run 100 miles to raise vital funds for the Mater Public Hospital. Registrations are now open for this important challenge, which will run over the month of February. The Foundation is asking for you to support the…