Friendly Call Cork is reporting a surge in demand for the service as loneliness and isolation remain significant issues among older people. The free telephone support service operated by Cork City Partnership is seeking new volunteers to help with the 4,000 calls made every month. The figures have been released following the publication of new…
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Cara Partners, a key player in Cork’s pharmaceutical industry and a member of Germany’s Schwabe Group, has unveiled a €130 million investment plan to modernise and expand its Little Island facility. This substantial investment is set to create 60 new highly skilled roles over the next four years, strengthening both local employment and Ireland’s position…
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Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine has appointed Michaela Hagenhofer as General Manager of its commercial operations for Ireland. Michaela will be responsible for leading all aspects of the commercial business in Ireland, focused on driving sustainable business growth through enhanced access to innovative therapies. Michaela brings a wealth of experience to her new role, having…
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Minister of State Thomas Byrne joined members of the Choctaw nation in Oklahoma today to unveil a new sculpture honouring Irish-Choctaw links. The eight-foot tall Eternal Heart sculpture, created by Choctaw nation tribal member Samuel Stitt, was unveiled at the Choctaw Capitol Grounds. The sculpture was a joint commission, funded by the Government of Ireland…
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The PRO of a number of charities and organisations in the Belgooly area is the latest monthly recipient of the Cork International Hotel Community Spirit Awards. Nicola Desmond, who’s been working with Pfizer for the last 35 years, has been praised for her unwavering dedication to her local community and her tireless efforts in providing…
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Laya Healthcare has officially opened its latest Health & Wellbeing Clinic in Cork this week. This new facility is part of Laya’s growing network and is the fifth clinic of its kind across Ireland. The Cork clinic, located at Eastgate Business Park, Little Island, operates every day from 10 AM to 10 PM. The clinic…
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September is World Alzheimer’s Month and professional care provider, Bluebird Care, is inviting the Irish public to experience dementia, in person. A unique virtual simulator that mimics the brain fog, memory loss and disorientation of the condition is touring 20 regional centres, educating people on the reality of living with Alzheimer’s. Understanding and empathy are…
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A hugely anticipated, annual, all-Ireland event, the 19th edition of Culture Night will take place on Friday, September 20th. Culture Night/Oíche Chultúir celebrates culture, creativity, and the arts, and seeks to actively promote the belief that our rich and varied culture is alive, treasured, and nurtured in people’s lives, on the day and every day. On…
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As the summer draws to a close, the Cork International Hotel is inviting people to enjoy a quiet break close to Cork city centre. The hotel has launched an Autumn Unwind Package which is ideal for anyone considering a couples getaway or a short break with friends. The Cork International Hotel is within driving distance…
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The Minister for Rural and Community Development, Heather Humphreys TD, has extended the closing date for the Community Centre Investment Fund to 3pm on Thursday 5th September. Under the Community Centres Investment Fund 2024, community organisations will be supported with grants of between €10,000 – €100,000 to develop and enhance their existing community facilities. The original closing date was 3pm (today)…
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