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Cork City Council is putting its Draft Air Quality Strategy (2021-2026) out for consultation. The strategy outlines the actions that Cork City Council will undertake between 2021 and 2026 to reduce the concentrations of air pollutants in the city area; thereby positively impacting on the health and quality of life of residents and visitors. Director […]

AIB pledges €1.25m to fund First Chair of Sustainable Business in Ireland at University College Cork

By Jack Mullen 9 February 2021

Interim President Professor John O’Halloran with AIB CEO and alumnus Dr Colin Hunt announcing the AIB Chair in Sustainable Business. Image courtesy of UCC AIB has announced a partnership with UCC which will see the bank fund The AIB Chair of Sustainable Business, the first of its kind in Ireland. AIB has pledged €1.25 million […]

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Alter Domus announces creation of 100 jobs in Ireland

By Jack Mullen 27 January 2021

Image courtesy of @wearebwi.com Alter Domus (“Alter Domus” or the “Company”), a leading provider of integrated solutions for the alternative investment industry, has announced the creation of 100 new jobs, substantially increasing headcount at its European Centre of Excellence in Cork. From Cork, Alter Domus operates a European hub for global private debt, private

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Novartis deal with SGS secures 100 Ringaskiddy jobs

By Jack Mullen 13 January 2021

Novartis has today announced that Swiss firm SGS will buy and operate the assets of its International Service Laboratory on the Ringaskiddy campus, saving jobs at the Cork facility. Under the terms of the deal, the 100 Novartis staff currently working at the Laboratories will transfer to SGS. In October 2019, Novartis said it planned […]

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Campaign launched by Cork County Council to improve diversity in local government

By Jack Mullen 4 December 2020

As part of a new campaign, Cork County Council are calling on women and minority groups of all backgrounds throughout Cork county to consider entering local politics to encourage, support and facilitate greater representation in government. The drive for diversity in local government is being championed by the current Mayor of the County of Cork, […]

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Cork City Council Agrees Unanimously to add its Patriot Lord Mayors to the City’s Roll of Honorary Citizens

By Jack Mullen 13 October 2020

To mark the centenary of their deaths, Cork City Council has agreed unanimously, following a recommendation by the Lord Mayor, to add the names of its two patriot Lord Mayors, Terence McSwiney and Tomas MacCurtain to the roll of honorary citizens of Cork City. The roll of honour dates back over the centuries and is […]

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New 1920 Centenary Exhibition Launched at Cork Public Museum

By Jack Mullen 21 September 2020

A new 1920 centenary exhibition, which tells the story of Cork’s two patriot Lord Mayors, opened to the public this morning at the museum in Fitzgeralds Park. “Suffering the Most – The Life and Times of Tomás Mac Curtain and Terence MacSwiney”, is set against the backdrop of the local and national events of the […]

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Cork City Council and Local Enterprise Office set up Weatherproofing Fund for Alfresco Dining

By Jack Mullen 11 September 2020

Cork City Council and its Local Enterprise Office have set up a fund to support businesses who availed of outdoor seating licences as the winter approaches. With the support of the National Transport Authority (NTA), an Outdoor Seating Area Weatherproofing Fund will help traders with the investment required to ensure they can offer an alfresco […]

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Lord Mayor Welcomes Third Purple Flag Award for Cork City Centre

By Jack Mullen 7 September 2020

Lord Mayor of Cork, Cllr. Joe Kavanagh, has welcomed the news that Cork City has been officially awarded the prestigious Purple Flag for 2020. This international accreditation, awarded by the Association of Cities and Towns Management ACTM, celebrates areas of excellence in the night-time economy and requires renewal every two years. Cork City was subjected […]

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Social Enterprise Café on Cork’s Northside Re-open for Farm to Fork Food

By Jack Mullen 10 August 2020

The Garden Café Cork, widely regarded as Cork’s Greenest Café, has reopened for business. A social enterprise run by Churchfield Community Trust, the café is situated on the grounds of Cork Foyer (formerly the old Assumption Convent) on Assumption Road, Cork and located in a beautiful Victorian style glasshouse, offering spectacular views of Blackpool. It

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Online Book of Condolences to Mark Passing of Mr. John Hume

By Jack Mullen 4 August 2020

The Lord Mayor of Cork, Councillor Joe Kavanagh, will open an online Book of Condolences to mark the passing of Mr. John Hume. The Book of Condolences will go live from 12 noon Today, 4th August 2020. “The fulsome tributes to Mr. Hume from right around the world bear testament to his work in achieving peace […]

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“Re-imagining Cork City” Programme Unveiled Today

By Jack Mullen 29 July 2020

The creation of 14 new ‘people friendly’ streets and an investment of up to €2 million in the wider city’s existing cycling infrastructure forms part of a series of transformative initiatives unveiled today in the “Re-imagining Cork City” programme. “Re-imagining Cork City” represents an immediate response to social distancing requirements resulting from Covid-19 but also

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Cork City placed 5th in Europe for Economic Potential

By Jack Mullen 24 June 2020

Cork City has been hailed the fifth overall best city in Europe for economic potential, according to the Financial Times FDI European Cities and Regions of Future 2020/2021 league. The influential publisher ranked Cork’s economic potential higher than a range of top tier European cities including Amsterdam, Oslo and Frankfurt. The prestigious ranking looks at […]

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An Ageing Population Creates a New Customer Base

By admin 4 October 2018

In 2012 Revenue declared annual income for people aged 65 and over was €10billion, in addition to 75% of Ireland’s disposable income residing with this demographic. The Age Friendly Business Recognition Programme looks at how Irish businesses can reach this changing customer base, and how its spending power can positively impact local business. Age Friendly […]

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Cork County Welcome Home their Rowing Champions

By admin 28 September 2018

This Saturday, The National Rowing Centre invites everyone to join the Cork community in celebrating Ireland’s success at the World Rowing Championships. Sanita Pušpure of Ballincollig took gold in the women’s single scull, and Cork brothers Paul and Gary O’Donovan secured gold in the lightweight double sculls, at this year’s World Rowing Championships. The Irish […]

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Regional Branding: We Are Cork

By admin 17 September 2018

We Are Cork is a new collaborative initiative being launched today as part of a strategy to strengthen Cork as an urban area full of opportunity. According to Cork County Council, We Are Cork is a strong, clear, united brand. The campaign aims to showcase how unique the Cork region is and how the region […]

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Construction to Begin This Month on €5 Million Pedestrian, Cycle Bridge in Cork

By Jack Mullen 10 July 2018

This month, construction of the Harley’s Street Pedestrian and Cycle Bridge will begin in Cork. The project is expected to cost €5 million and will link the city centre to the Victorian Quarter, which includes the area around Mac Curtain St. At the time of its completion, the bridge is expected to provide more convenient […]

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Glenveagh Properties Unveils Latest Land Acquisitions In Dublin & Cork

By Nick Fitzgerald 29 June 2018

Homebuilder Glenveagh Properties has today unveiled four further substantial land acquisitions in Dublin and Cork for their Homes and Living divisions. Worth a combined total of €120 million, the construction projects for the greater Dublin area, Dublin’s North Docklands and Cork’s Docklands will be capable of delivering 2,780 units, assuming planning is

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€1.2m Restoration Works To Commence For Cork’s St Patrick’s Bridge

By Nick Fitzgerald 22 June 2018

Repair and restoration works totalling €1.2 million are set to commence next week for Cork’s St Patrick’s Bridge. Cork City Council, in conjunction with Transport Infrastructure Ireland, are carrying out these works for the 19th century heritage bridge which opened in 1861. The Council have said the works will have minimal impact on pedestrian and traffic […]

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Cork City’s New Courthouse Has The “Best Court Facilities” In Ireland

By Nick Fitzgerald 29 May 2018

A new courthouse was opened yesterday in Cork, described as what is now “probably the best court facilities in the country” by Chief Justice Frank Clarke. The refurbishment and extension, costing a total of €34.8m, is located at the site of the Old Model Primary School on Anglesea Street. Minister for Justice and Equality Charlie Flanagan […]

Cork City Council is putting its Draft Air Quality Strategy (2021-2026) out for consultation

AIB pledges €1.25m to fund First Chair of Sustainable Business in Ireland at University College Cork

Alter Domus announces creation of 100 jobs in Ireland

Novartis deal with SGS secures 100 Ringaskiddy jobs

Campaign launched by Cork County Council to improve diversity in local government

Cork City Council Agrees Unanimously to add its Patriot Lord Mayors to the City’s Roll of Honorary Citizens

New 1920 Centenary Exhibition Launched at Cork Public Museum

Cork City Council and Local Enterprise Office set up Weatherproofing Fund for Alfresco Dining

Lord Mayor Welcomes Third Purple Flag Award for Cork City Centre

Social Enterprise Café on Cork’s Northside Re-open for Farm to Fork Food

Online Book of Condolences to Mark Passing of Mr. John Hume

“Re-imagining Cork City” Programme Unveiled Today

Cork City placed 5th in Europe for Economic Potential

An Ageing Population Creates a New Customer Base

Cork County Welcome Home their Rowing Champions

Regional Branding: We Are Cork

Construction to Begin This Month on €5 Million Pedestrian, Cycle Bridge in Cork

Glenveagh Properties Unveils Latest Land Acquisitions In Dublin & Cork

€1.2m Restoration Works To Commence For Cork’s St Patrick’s Bridge

Cork City’s New Courthouse Has The “Best Court Facilities” In Ireland

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