Category: News

  • New Café and Wine Bar “Roasted Notes” Opens at Cork Airport

    New Café and Wine Bar “Roasted Notes” Opens at Cork Airport

    Cork Airport has welcomed a new addition to its dining options with the opening of “Roasted Notes,” a café and wine bar operated by KSG. Officially opened by Minister of State at the Department of Transport, James Lawless TD, the new establishment aims to enhance the travel experience for passengers, especially during the busy summer…

  • Rebels’ Fanzone to Light Up SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh for All Ireland Hurling Championship Final

    Rebels’ Fanzone to Light Up SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh for All Ireland Hurling Championship Final

    Image: Seb Daly/Sportsfile Cork GAA and Cork City Council have announced that the Rebels’ Fanzone will be held at SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh next Sunday, in celebration of the All Ireland Hurling Championship final. This family-friendly event will broadcast the highly anticipated match between Cork and Clare on big screens, accompanied by entertainment from Cork’s…

  • ✅ [Cleared] Collision on R624 Fota Road

    ✅ [Cleared] Collision on R624 Fota Road

    Reports of a collision on the R624 Fota Road before Fota Wildlife Park approaching Cobh. Take care on approach.

  • Turn2Me Highlights the Importance of Taking a Break During Holidays

    Turn2Me Highlights the Importance of Taking a Break During Holidays

    Turn2Me, a national mental health charity, has published a compelling list of four reasons why it’s essential to take a break and activate your out-of-office email notifications during holidays. The charity emphasised that taking a break can significantly reduce stress levels, improve productivity, enhance relationships, and prevent burnout. Fiona O’Malley, the CEO of Turn2Me, stated:…

  • Government Announces Ban on XL Bully Dogs

    Government Announces Ban on XL Bully Dogs

    From October 1st 2024, new regulations will prohibit the importing, breeding, selling, and re-homing of XL Bullies. From February 1st 2025, it will be illegal to own an XL Bully without a ‘Certificate of Exemption’. The Minister for Rural and Community Development, Heather Humphreys TD, has announced a ban on XL Bully Dogs. The new…

  • Missing Person Appeal – Lisa Osaghae – 21 Years – Midleton

    Missing Person Appeal – Lisa Osaghae – 21 Years – Midleton

    Gardaí in Midleton are seeking the public’s assistance in locating 21-year-old Lisa Osaghae, who was last seen in Midleton on Wednesday, 10th July 2024. Lisa is described as approximately 5ft 6in in height and of slim build, with long black hair. When last seen, she was wearing blue jeans and blue runners. Gardaí are concerned…

  • RSA Launches Campaign to Combat Dangerous Behaviours on Irish Roads

    RSA Launches Campaign to Combat Dangerous Behaviours on Irish Roads

    The Road Safety Authority (RSA) has unveiled a new campaign aimed at raising awareness of five perilous behaviours on Irish roads: speeding, drink driving, distracted driving, not wearing seatbelts, and drug driving. The campaign consists of six radio adverts, which will also run on digital audio platforms, including podcasts and other channels, until the end…

  • ✅ [Cleared] Road Diversions for Cahirmee Horse Fair 2024

    ✅ [Cleared] Road Diversions for Cahirmee Horse Fair 2024

    Image: Towel401 (via Wikipedia.) The annual Cahirmee Horse Fair is set to take place this Friday, 12th July 2024. To ensure the smooth movement of traffic on the N20, diversions will be in effect starting from 7 am on Friday morning. Traffic Diversions: Northbound Traffic: Vehicles travelling northbound on the N20 will be diverted at…

  • ✅ [Cleared] Dursey Island Cable Car Closure – Thursday

    ✅ [Cleared] Dursey Island Cable Car Closure – Thursday

    To facilitate regular maintenance, Dursey Island Cable Car will be closed from 9:30 to 16:00 this Thursday, the 11th of July.

  • Uisce Éireann Extends Public Consultation on Cork Wastewater Strategy

    Uisce Éireann Extends Public Consultation on Cork Wastewater Strategy

    Uisce Éireann has announced a two-week extension to its public consultation period for the long-term wastewater services plan in the Cork Metropolitan area. Originally set to conclude on 9 July 2024, the consultation period will now run until 23 July 2024. The unprecedented 50-year Cork Wastewater Strategy, which began on 15 May 2024, aims to…