Summer Adventures Await at Ireland's Heritage Sites, Including Cork's Own Barryscourt Castle
Ireland's 90+ heritage sites offer perfect summer days out, from Cork's Barryscourt Castle to gardens and ancient monuments.
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Historic Camden Fort Meagher Unveils New Tourist Exhibitions After Award-Winning Restoration
Camden Fort Meagher opens award-winning new exhibitions after restoration. Historic Crosshaven fortress welcomes visitors April-October.
Mary Linehan Foley Returns as Cork County Mayor for Second Term
Mary Linehan Foley elected Cork County Mayor for second term, promising countywide investment and improved transport links for all communities.
Cork's Food Festival Returns with Five Days of Culinary Adventures This August
Cork on a Fork Fest returns 13-17 August with outdoor banquets, chef demos, farm visits and dining in the English Market. Many free events available.
Humid Weekend Ahead as Subtropical Air Brings Mixed Conditions to Cork
Cork set for humid weekend with mix of cloud, drizzle and sunny spells. Temps 19-22°C. Best sunshine chances in East Cork.
Health Minister Unveils Interactive Dashboard Showing Record Hospital Activity Across Ireland
New health dashboard shows record 4 million outpatient appointments in 2024 as Minister unveils €10 billion hospital investment transparency tool.
Cork Taxi Numbers Still Below Pre-COVID Levels Despite Tourism Growth
Cork taxi numbers still 4% below pre-COVID levels despite tourism boom, as wheelchair vehicle rules blamed for driver shortage affecting hospitality sector.
West Cork Renters Get Rent Protection as Skibbereen and Bantry Join National System
West Cork renters in Skibbereen and Bantry now protected by 2% rent cap as national controls take effect from 20 June 2025.
Green 'Flash' Registration Plates Coming to Irish Electric Vehicles from July
Green 'flash' plates launch July 2025 for all Irish electric vehicles. Voluntary upgrade available through dealers and plate suppliers.
HSE Issues Essential Summer Safety Guide as School Holidays Begin
HSE releases essential summer safety guide for parents as school holidays begin. Covers supervision, heat safety, water risks, and travel prep.
Twin Quays Tell Three Centuries of Cork History Along the Lee
From global butter empire to craft beer capital: discover how Cork's historic Farrens & Popes Quays evolved over 300 years of riverside life.
Mental Health Bill 2024 Passes Key Dáil Stage, Bringing Enhanced Protections for Vulnerable Patients
Mental Health Bill 2024 passes Committee Stage in Dáil, bringing enhanced protections for vulnerable patients closer to becoming law across Ireland.