68 Cork County Schools Receive Green Flag Awards for Environmental Excellence
68 Cork County schools awarded Green Flags for environmental excellence. Student-led programme celebrates 27 years of sustainability action across Irish education.
Cork Safety Alerts
New Plant-Based Energy Drink Launches Across Ireland
Plant-based energy drink Reign Storm launches across Ireland with zero sugar and 114mg natural caffeine from green coffee beans, guarana and green tea.
Cork County Council Beach Lifeguards Return to Duty This Weekend
Cork's beach lifeguards return to duty this Saturday across 12 beaches. Service runs weekends in June, daily July-August. Swim between flags and stay safe.
Air France Extends Cork-Paris Service to Year-Round Operations
Air France announces year-round Cork-Paris service from October 2025, upgrading from seasonal flights to up to 4 weekly winter services with global connections.
Cork County Council Extends Library Opening Hours with New Technology Service
Cork libraries now open 8am-10pm daily! New My Open Library service launches at Carrigaline, Kinsale & Mallow with 145% more opening hours for the community.
Cork Airport Expects Record 68,500 Passengers This June Bank Holiday Weekend
Cork Airport expects record 68,500 passengers this June Bank Holiday weekend, up 20% on last year. New Turkey route launches Saturday.
East Cork Residents Face Prolonged Boil Water Notice as €22 Million Treatment Plant Upgrade Continues
East Cork's boil water notice continues since Oct 2023 affecting 10,000 customers. €22m water plant upgrade underway, completion expected 2026.
Government Submits 241 Amendments to Mental Health Bill 2024
Government approves 241 amendments to Mental Health Bill 2024. Landmark legislation to modernise mental health laws moves to Committee Stage in coming weeks.
Cork City Launches Recruitment Drive for New Community Safety Wardens
Cork City launches recruitment for Community Safety Wardens to enhance city centre experience. Partnership between Council, business and Gardaí seeks engaging candidates.
Cork City Launches Car-Free 'Open Streets' Summer Series with Lapps Quay Event
Cork City launches car-free Open Streets series starting May 31 on Lapps Quay. Seven summer events promote walking, cycling and public transport use.
Cork County Council Issues Swimming Ban for Coolmaine Beach Due to Safety Concerns
Cork County Council bans swimming at Coolmaine Beach due to dangerous currents, depth changes and estuarine channels.
Farmers and Growers Have One Week Left to Enter Cork Summer Show Competitions
Cork Summer Show competition entries close Friday 6th June. Over 800 classes across livestock, equestrian, horticulture and crafts. Show runs 14-15 June at Cork Showgrounds.