Photo: Matt Gidney Vox Materia comprises a multi-part installation of sculpture and eight large works on paper at the Crawford Art Gallery. Stemming from Maher’s consideration of a twelfth century mermaid carving, this show meditates on voice, silence and materiality. The mermaid is a hybrid creature that transgresses boundaries between human and animal, and appeals to…
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The Minister for Justice and Equality, Charlie Flanagan TD, this afternoon welcomed the new Garda Commissioner to the Department of Justice and Equality as Drew Harris took up his new role. Following their discussions, Minister Flanagan said: “I was pleased to welcome Commissioner Harris to my office today to discuss the Government’s policing priorities with him…
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Act will allow craft breweries and distilleries to sell intoxicating liquor manufactured on the premises to tourists and visitors who have participated in a guided tour of the premises. The Minister for Justice and Equality, Charlie Flanagan TD, this afternoon signed the Commencement Order for the Intoxicating Liquor (Breweries and Distilleries) Act 2018. The principal purpose…
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Photo: Michael O’Sullivan/OSM PHOTO The Julie O’Neill Annual Ring of Kerry Golf Classic, now in its fourth year, will take place from September 14 to 16 at the Kenmare Golf Club. The event each year raises significant, essential funds for the Respiratory and Cystic Fibrosis Units at Cork University Hospital. The Golf Classic is being…
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Cork, “Shape Your City – Use Your Vote” event Hosted by Cork City Council and Voxpro at Voxpro, Mahon, Cork this morning. Photography: Michael O’Sullivan / OSM Photo
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Rapid labour market change demands overhaul of career guidance services – Ibec Ibec, the group that represents Irish business, today said rapid labour market change demanded a major overhaul of the national career guidance system so that individuals of all ages can make better, more informed choice about their futures. A new report by the…
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August and September bring on those ‘Back to School’ feelings every year, no matter our age. This period is like another January 1; a time where you can begin anew and get organised. So there really isn’t a better time to get cracking on wedding plans! Nuptial events involve a lot of organising, preparation and…
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The search is on for Cork’s best designed and maintained buildings. Cork Business Association (CBA), in association with Cork City Council, have launched the Cork Better Building Awards 2018. The awards congratulate staff, managers, property owners, developers, architects and designers for high standards in design, conservation and creativity, and also salute the window cleaners, painters and maintenance…
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An Tánaiste Simon Coveney has confirmed that €40 million is available to develop sports infrastructure around the country, and is actively encouraging Cork clubs and sports organisations to prepare for the application process and register online now at sportscapitalprogramme.ie. “I really want to see Cork clubs and organisations benefit as much as possible from this funding, and I’m…
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The hugely popular Cork Gourmet Trail, which takes place on Saturday September 22, has been officially launched! The day will start at noon with a drinks reception at the newly refurbished Met Bar at the Metropole Hotel, before taking off on a culinary tour of Cork, taking in some of Cork’s best restaurants. Some of…
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