Alumni from the past two decades of the MTU Crawford College of Art and Design’s (CCAD) Creative Digital Media programme gathered recently at a special event to reconnect, reflect, and celebrate their remarkable achievements since graduation. On Friday 11th October, Munster Technological University’s (MTU) Media Communications Department, which is part of CCAD hosted the…
Tesco Ireland is proud to introduce Simon the Sloth – a new plush teddy that will be available to buy in all Tesco stores nationwide now. Made from 100% recycled materials, Simon the Sloth will be available for €5, with all proceeds directly donated to Tesco’s charity partner Children’s Health Foundation. Last year, Tesco…
The Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment, Peter Burke, has announced the opening of the Power Up grant, through an online portal accessible via the department’s website. Speaking about the Power Up grant, Minister Peter Burke said: “I am very aware of the struggles that businesses in the hospitality and retail sectors continue to face.…
The Guinness Cork Jazz Festival has once again been a phenomenal success, with businesses reporting a 12% increase in sales compared to last year. The headline performances may be over for another year but the festival continues today with the Guinness Music Trail in 72 pubs across the city, Douglas and Kinsale. The festival, which…
The 46th annual Guinness Cork Jazz Festival officially kicked off in style this evening, with an electrifying opening event at the 85 Years of Blue Note Exhibition at St Peters. Attended by 150 festival supporters, the evening marked the start of Ireland’s biggest jazz celebration, promising five days of world-class music, soul, and exciting performances. The Guinness…
As the leaves fall and Halloween approaches, financial pitfalls can be just as terrifying as any ghost or ghoul. Here’s how to avoid the top financial horrors that could haunt your business this season: The Monster of Poor Cash Flow Management Keep your cash flow healthy by regularly reviewing your statements and forecasts. Implement…
PepsiCo Ireland is proud to continue its support for Cork Penny Dinners with a €10,000 donation. As PepsiCo celebrates 50 years in Cork, one of their 50for50 campaign activities encouraged employees to answer the Charity’s appeal for Back to School supplies. Employees donated over 150 school bags, pencil cases, and other back-to-school supplies. PepsiCo teams…
Cork’s Crawford Art Gallery has acquired two more paintings by one of Ireland’s best-known painters, Seán Keating. The Keating paintings are amongst four artworks recently acquired at auction by Crawford Art Gallery for the National Collection. Sean Keating’s Elijah with the Ravens, Version II (1930) and his self-portrait, c.1961, along with Winter Evening, Calary (1964) by abstract and landscape artist Camille Souter…
Newly appointed Chief Executive, Valerie O’Sullivan, has today announced a major restructuring of senior management, directorates, and creation of city centre focused directorate. The Chief Executive of Cork City Council has announced a restructuring exercise which will see the new senior management assignments and directorates active from December this year. The number of directorates remains…
A Taylor Swift tribute is set to take place on Saturday 26th October at the Cork International Hotel in aid of Cope Foundation. Organised by the Cork International Hotel, Taylor Switch – The Eras Be Grand Tour is aimed at young Swifties who want to celebrate the music of their favourite pop star. The event is part of…