START-UPS SHINE AT IGNITE SPRING AWARDS

UCC programme helps create more than 370 jobs since its inception The IGNITE programme at University College Cork (UCC), which nurtures start-ups from idea stage to commercial reality, held its awards and showcase in The Hub, UCC, last evening. The start-up founders introduced on the night are developing mobile and web-based apps, innovative clothing and…

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MINISTER MCGRATH OFFICIALLY OPENS THE COACH HOUSE AT GREYWOOD ARTS

The Minister for Finance Michael McGrath TD officially opened a new resource for artists in Cork today, when he cut the ribbon at the Coach House of Greywood Arts. The 250-year old coach house at Greywood Arts Residency & Creative Hub in Killeagh has been brought back to life, following an extensive refurbishment programme over…

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BAKESTONE CAFÉ & PANTRY CELEBRATE TEN YEARS IN FOTA RETAIL PARK

Bakestone Café & Pantry was founded by Cork natives Joe and Maura Carey in 2013 in Carrigtwohill. It offers an all-day menu with a focus on high-quality locally-sourced ingredients. In 2018, Bakestone Café added a new retail element to the business in the form of The Pantry which sells a wide variety of local artisan…

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New International Cocktail Bar in Europe at ‘Tales of The Cocktail’ 2023 Spirited Awards

Paladar in Cork has been announced as a 2023 Spirited Awards Regional Top 10 Honoree for Best New Cocktail Bar for Europe. Paladar is a Latin American-inspired cocktail bar and kitchen with a rotating menu of classic and signature cocktails based around rum, cachaça, agave and pisco. The stunning room is vibrant, full of energy…

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Welcome to Cork aNuMe Medical

A new €1m clinic that offers a unique approach to wellness and aesthetic treatments has opened its doors in the heart of the city at Penrose House, Penrose Quay, resulting in the creation of 10 new jobs in Cork.  aNuMe Medical is a cutting-edge, medical led, all-encompassing aesthetic and wellness clinic, providing bespoke treatment packages for women…

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Increase in Calls to South Munster MABS following lifting of Eviction Ban

South Munster Money Advice and Budgeting Service (MABS) have revealed a rise in visits and calls from people in the three weeks following the lifting of the eviction ban on March 31st. MABS, who provide impartial advice to anyone who wants help in managing their money and taking control of debt, have reported a significant…

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BioMarin Opens €38m Expansion of its Cork Manufacturing Site, Increasing the Company’s Capacity to Supply Medicines Globally

Geraldine Cregan, Executive Director and Quality Site Head, BioMarin; Conor Delaney, VP, Shanbally Operations and Site Leader, BioMarin; Taoiseach Leo Varadkar TD, and Minister for Finance, Michael McGrath TD; are pictured at the BioMarin Pharmaceutical Inc. facility in Shanbally, Co. Cork.  Picture: Michael O’Sullivan /OSM PHOTO   Today, global biopharmaceutical company BioMarin Pharmaceutical Inc. opened…

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daa Group Announces Return to Profit in 2022 as Passenger Numbers Rebound

daa Group, the operator of Dublin and Cork Airports, Aer Rianta International (ARI) and daa International (daaI), recorded a profit before exceptional items of €98 million in 2022, compared to a loss of €101 million in the previous year. Cumulative daa group losses during COVID-19 (2020 and 2021) were €387 million. Turnover in 2022 was…

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Cork’s newest bridge to be lifted into place overnight tomorrow

Cork’s newest bridge, funded by the National Transport Agency (NTA), is due to be lifted into place over the N40 South Ring Road overnight tomorrow   The 63 metre pedestrian/cycle bridge and the adjoining kilometre-long cycle/ pathway will provide connectivity between Grange/Frankfield and the southern suburbs and will support residents, students and commuters to opt for…

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Extra Special Magic in the Woods 28 April – 9 May

MAGICAL MAY SUNDAY FESTIVAL IN EAST CORK LAUNCHES Glenbower Woods Welcomes All Ages for Creative Festival & Art Trail Embracing Nature A celebration of summer’s arrival, the May Sunday Festival in East Cork is one of the most unique and magical Irish festivals.  Taking place at Glenbower Woods since the 1830’s, this year’s May Sunday…

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