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First Stage of Development of Ballinhassig Village Flood Relief Scheme Welcomed

By Ryan Harmon
The Mayor of the County of Cork, Cllr Frank O’Flynn has welcomed the signing of a contract with Malachy Walsh and Partners marking the first stage of the development of a Flood Relief Scheme which will protect eight residential properties located close to Ballinhassig Village. The successful consultant was identified following an extensive tender process. […]
Council Partners Environment News

Climate Literacy Course a Hot Topic in Cork County Schools

By Ryan Harmon
Cork County Council is excited to announce its second collaboration with social enterprise ‘Education for Sustainability’ bringing an eight-week climate literacy course to eight additional schools in the county.  This year’s initiative involves training eight teachers to deliver the course directly to 192 students. The comprehensive program includes eight visits from
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All in a Day’s Work Campaign Launched to Assist Small Businesses in Cork County

By Ryan Harmon
Cork County Council’s Local Enterprise Offices have announced the ‘All in a Day’s Work’ campaign aimed at helping small businesses to save, time, money and energy. The campaign was formally launched by Neale Richmond TD, Minister of State for Business, Employment and Retail and combines three business support programmes, including Lean for Business, Green for […]
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‘The Ties that Bind’ Launches to Unite Ballydehob and Belfast in Artistic Partnership

By Ryan Harmon
Ballydehob’s music venue Levis’s and the Duncairn Arts Centre in Belfast are set to collaborate with their artistic and wider communities to establish a cross border artist’s network titled ‘The Ties that Bind’. Co-ordinated by Cork County Council in conjunction with Belfast City Council, ‘The Ties that Bind’ is part of the Creative Communities on […]
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Cork County Culture Night Reaches 28 Towns And An Island With 251 Events

By Ryan Harmon
Cork County came alive with the vibrant colours of culture and creativity in celebration of this year’s Culture Night on Friday 22nd September. Arts organisations, community groups and enthusiastic members of the public came together to enjoy a staggering 251 inclusive and diverse cultural events throughout the county. From community centres to libraries, museums and
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Cork County Council Unveils Autumn Concert Series for Community Hospitals and Care Homes

By Ryan Harmon
This autumn, Cork County Council proudly presents an enchanting concert series that will light up the hearts of residents in healthcare settings across the county. Under the banner of the “Creativity in Older Age” scheme, generously supported by Creative Ireland, these musical performances will spread warmth and joy across nine different healthcare locations in
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Cork County Council Launches Archaeological Guide Map For North And East Cork

By Ryan Harmon
The Mayor of County Cork, Cllr. Frank O’Flynn has launched a new archaeological guide map offering an introduction to the archaeology of East and North Cork. The comprehensive guide showcases thousands of years of human activity, offering a remarkable insight into the region’s rich and diverse archaeology. Entitled ‘101 Archaeological Sites to Visit in North […]
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Cork County Council Recognises Community Effort In The Fight Against Litter

By Ryan Harmon
Cork County Council has recognised the ongoing work of community and voluntary groups in villages across the county in the fight against litter. As part of the Council’s Anti-Litter Challenge 2023, twenty-one villages have been presented with certificates for their remarkable success in managing litter in their localities.  The Council’s Anti-Litter Challenge made a