Murphy’s Irish Stout to sponsor Ballycotton Comedy Festival

Murphy’s Irish Stout has been announced as the main sponsor of the 4th Ballycotton Comedy Festival, which will run from September 26th to 29th in the East Cork seaside village.   The popular festival will have renowned Cork comedians Chris Kent and Ross Browne as MCs, and will feature high profile performers like Danny O’Brien,…

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Leeside United set to unveil new Martin O’Neill Astro in honour of founding club member

This Saturday, 24th August, Leeside United AFC are celebrating the opening of their new all-weather pitch, the Martin O’Neill Astro, named in honour of Martin O Neill, one of the founding members of Leeside AFC who developed soccer in the local parish for over 40 years. Following Martin’s untimely passing in 2019, the O’Neill family…

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Three MTU students represent Ireland at World Rowing Championships

Three students from Munster Technological University are flying the flag for Ireland at the World Rowing Championships. Sophia Monahan, Áine O’Mahony and Finn O’Reilly are each competing at this year’s Championships in St. Catharine’s, Canada. The event brings the world’s best rowers together to compete on a 2000-metre course.   Sophia, a chemical and process…

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Cork International Hotel announces end of summer deal for families

The Cork International Hotel has launched an end of summer package for families to enjoy before the schools reopen. Family Date Night includes a movie in their cinema room, an early bird dinner with a dedicated children’s menu, overnight stay and a hearty breakfast. The designated family rooms were designed with families in mind ensuring…

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Aer Lingus Regional Expands Network From Cork With New Year-Round Service To Glasgow And More Seats To Bristol

Cork Airport warmly welcomes the announcement that Aer Lingus Regional, exclusively operated by Emerald Airlines, will fly a new four-times weekly service to Glasgow from October 27 next. With tickets now on sale, the airline has also announced today that it will operate additional services to Bristol, bringing the existing six-times weekly service up to…

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EHS International acquires The Dennison Training Academy

 EHS International, a leading single-source Irish environmental, health and safety company, has announced the acquisition of The Dennison Training Academy, a renowned provider of advanced mental health training. The acquisition meets a growing demand from EHS International clients for the service, with The Dennison Training Academy, founded by  Louise Dennison O’Shaughnessy, having built a strong reputation for delivering bespoke mental…

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Traffic management measures in place as Celtic Interconnector works progress to N25

EirGrid, the developer of the Celtic Interconnector, the subsea link between Ireland and France, has announced that cable works associated with the strategic energy project will now progress to the N25 in east Cork. This work will see traffic management plans applied initially to the road from Churchtown Junction (North) to Castlemartyr, with speed restrictions…

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Cork Cancer Care Centre Rebrands to Iris House Cork Cancer Support: A New Era of Hope and Support

Cork Cancer Care Centre, a leading institution in providing comprehensive cancer care services in the Cork region, proudly announces its rebranding as Iris House Cork Cancer Support. This significant change reflects the organisation’s evolution, commitment to innovation, and dedication to serving the community with enhanced vigour and compassion. The decision to rebrand to Iris House Cork Cancer Support stems from a deep-rooted desire to create a more inclusive and welcoming environment for…

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Course on substance use issues and community work open for applicants in Cork City

Cork City Partnership is inviting anyone working in the youth and community sectors to consider applying for a course centred on substance use issues and community work.  It’s being run by the organisation in collaboration with Cork College of FET Morrison’s Island.    The part-time course is designed to promote good practice amongst those who…

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Sunday at Cork on a Fork

Cork on a Fork is a celebration of Cork’s unique food culture, offering a delicious blend of food, drink, and entertainment across the city’s streets, restaurants, and venues over 5 days. Expect pop up street dinners, chef collaborations, food trails, free cooking demos, unique dining events and lots of family fun. Organised by Cork City…

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