Green Party Welcomes Public Consultation on Eight New Cork Commuter Rail Stations

The proposed expansion includes Park and Ride facilities on the northside of the city, with new stations planned for Blarney, Blackpool and Dunkettle.

Cork Residents Made 445 Complaints to Ombudsman in 2024 as National Figures Surge

Cork saw 445 Ombudsman complaints in 2024, with Cork City Council receiving 150. National complaints up 30% since 2019 as disability transport hopes rise.

Cork Set for Scorching Week as Temperatures Soar to Possibly 27°C

Cork braces for its hottest week of 2025 as temperatures climb to 27°C before weekend cooldown brings Atlantic relief.

Ireland Shows Progress in National Well-being Despite Housing and Healthcare Challenges

New government analysis reveals mixed results for quality of life across the country, with particular concerns for single-parent families and renters. The Government has published its annual assessment of Ireland's well-being, showing the country continues to make progress across most quality of life indicators, though significant challenges remain

Ireland Signs WHO Declaration to Integrate Mental Health Across All Government Policies

Ireland signs WHO mental health declaration, showcasing national initiatives including Limerick's successful CAST crisis response programme at Paris conference.

Cork's Blue Flag Beaches Get Protection Boost from 'Think Before You Flush' Campaign

Cork's Blue Flag beaches get extra protection through Think Before You Flush campaign. Only 3 Ps down the loo: pee, poo, paper. Everything else bins it!

Foster Children Now Eligible for Back-to-School Clothing Allowance

Foster children now eligible for Back-to-School Clothing Allowance. Up to 2,300 children to benefit.

Ireland Introduces "Soft Opt-Out" Organ Donation System as New Legislation Takes Effect

Ireland launches soft opt-out organ donation system today, presuming adult consent unless registered otherwise. Families still consulted on all decisions.

Cork Communities Celebrate Bonfire Night with Environment-Friendly 'Non-Fire Night' Events

Six Cork communities celebrate Bonfire Night on Monday 23rd June with safe, eco-friendly fun days replacing traditional bonfires.

Leeside Lanes: North Main Street - Cork's Oldest Commercial Street Blends Medieval Heritage with Modern Revival

North Main Street: 800 years of Cork commerce from medieval merchants to modern craft beer. New €25m development joins family firms keeping history alive.

Multi-Vehicle Collision Causes Delays on N40 Eastbound

Multi-vehicle collision on N40 eastbound between J10 Mahon and Jack Lynch Tunnel causing minor delays.

Cork Business Association Rallies Volunteers for Oliver Plunkett Street Clean-Up

Cork Business Association seeks volunteers for Oliver Plunkett Street clean-up on 24th June.