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Fota Island Resort owner reports reduced losses in 2025
Fota Island Resort owner reports reduced losses in 2025
In its financial statement, Xiu Lan Holdings said both Fota Island Resort and The Kingsley continue to invest in upgrading various facilities across both hotel properties

Thu, 26 Mar, 2026

Award-winning West Cork bookshop with links to Maeve Binchy goes on the market
Award-winning West Cork bookshop with links to Maeve Binchy goes on the market
Kerr's Book Shop, in business for 34 years, is being sold as a going concern

Thu, 26 Mar, 2026

High Court appoints examiner to Cork retailer Cummins Sports
High Court appoints examiner to Cork retailer Cummins Sports
Ms Justice Nessa Cahill said 48 out of 74 jobs at the sporting goods retailer are expected to be saved in the process

Wed, 25 Mar, 2026

Cork-Shannon parcel drone deliveries and shopping drops to islands all on Iona's radar 
Cork-Shannon parcel drone deliveries and shopping drops to islands all on Iona's radar 
Drone technology firm aims to change deliveries and logistics landscape

Mon, 23 Mar, 2026

Hilton to open boutique hotel on South Terrace in Cork City
Hilton to open boutique hotel on South Terrace in Cork City
Hilton’s Cork City location will comprise 103 rooms and will also feature a restaurant and breakfast area, a bar, and a fitness space

Fri, 20 Mar, 2026

Stryker hack impact deepens as Cork facilities struggle to restore systems
Stryker hack impact deepens as Cork facilities struggle to restore systems
Global disruption continues as staff face wiped systems, halted production and slow recovery following major cybersecurity breach

Fri, 20 Mar, 2026

Decathlon to open first Cork store this summer
Decathlon to open first Cork store this summer
Global sports retailer to open 2,300sq m Cork store as part of multimillion-euro revamp of Douglas Village site

Thu, 19 Mar, 2026

JW O’Donovan continues expansion acquiring Cork law firm
JW O’Donovan continues expansion acquiring Cork law firm
Continues its expansion, merging with Eamon Murray & Company

Wed, 18 Mar, 2026

Skeleton staff return to Stryker Cork sites after Iranian-linked cyber attack hits IT systems
Skeleton staff return to Stryker Cork sites after Iranian-linked cyber attack hits IT systems
Skeleton staff return to Stryker’s Cork plants as engineers work to restore systems after major cyber attack

Thu, 12 Mar, 2026

From bust to boom, developer John Fleming is back building in Cork
From bust to boom, developer John Fleming is back building in Cork
Famed Cork developer John Fleming, back after €1bn bankruptcy, is building almost 600 student beds, marking a major return.

Thu, 12 Mar, 2026

Criticism over 'worrying trend' of vape and phone shops in Cork city centre 
Criticism over 'worrying trend' of vape and phone shops in Cork city centre 
'This raises questions... what kind of urban centres do we want?'

Thu, 12 Mar, 2026

Stryker cyberattack: Expert's warning as Handala group says ‘this is only the beginning’ 
Stryker cyberattack: Expert's warning as Handala group says ‘this is only the beginning’ 
Smarttech247's Ronan Murphy says Stryker attack is more dangerous than ransom attacks as the group behind it is solely focused on disruption

Thu, 12 Mar, 2026

€15k/acre guide for Cork farm in view of large dairy processor
€15k/acre guide for Cork farm in view of large dairy processor
The 23-acre farm is just 5km from the Ballineen Carbery Group dairy processing plant 

Tue, 10 Mar, 2026

Young farmer with crate full of vegetables
Cork farmer calls for 'matchmaking service' linking local food-growing enthusiasts to farmland
Meeting of Cork Food Policy Council hears some areas of Cork are 'food deserts', with more fast-food restaurants than supermarkets or vegetable shops

Mon, 09 Mar, 2026

Kanturk: The community behind North Cork Creameries
Kanturk: The community behind North Cork Creameries
'In a small town it's personal because everyone knows someone working there,' — locals react to the proposed redundancies at North Cork Creameries processing plant

Mon, 09 Mar, 2026

Online seafood auction house could lead to 'hundreds' of jobs
Online seafood auction house could lead to 'hundreds' of jobs
Industry 'game-changer' allows buyers to bid in real time for freshly caught Irish fish

Mon, 09 Mar, 2026

Cork's Flying Enterprise gets new life as South Gate ahead of St Patrick’s Day opening
Cork's Flying Enterprise gets new life as South Gate ahead of St Patrick’s Day opening
New owners plan major renovation and expansion of landmark Cork bar complex ahead of St Patrick’s Day reopening

Sat, 07 Mar, 2026

Semiconductor firm Infineon Technologies opens Cork R&D office
Semiconductor firm Infineon Technologies opens Cork R&D office
The hub will focus on innovations in automotive and consumer microelectronics such as battery management, motor control and touchscreens

Fri, 06 Mar, 2026

Fat Phill's: New restaurant with Roy Keane mural set for Cork opening
Fat Phill's: New restaurant with Roy Keane mural set for Cork opening
Roy Keane was an interested passerby as a new mural was created for the burger franchise's arrival in Cork

Fri, 06 Mar, 2026

Close up padel or tennis racket and balls
Plans for new Padel Tennis club in Cork refused after appeal
Unsuccessful appeal follows a refusal at the city council level

Wed, 04 Mar, 2026

Cork retailer losing up to €1,000 a week on alcohol theft but increased Garda presence now taking effect 
Cork retailer losing up to €1,000 a week on alcohol theft but increased Garda presence now taking effect 
The high visibility policing in Cork is acting as a deterrent for thieves

Tue, 03 Mar, 2026

Cork hotels facing ‘strong demand’ from Ryder Cup in Adare Manor
Cork hotels facing ‘strong demand’ from Ryder Cup in Adare Manor
Adare Manor event in 2027 will attract around 280,000 visitors

Mon, 02 Mar, 2026

Pfizer launches recruitment drive for apprentices in Cork, Dublin, and Kildare
Pfizer launches recruitment drive for apprentices in Cork, Dublin, and Kildare
The programme is open to people of all ages and is suitable for both school leavers or any individual seeking a change of career or education programme

Mon, 02 Mar, 2026

Future Cork: Leaders set out vision for housing, transport and green space
Future Cork: Leaders set out vision for housing, transport and green space
Business and political leaders outline bold plans for housing, transport and greener public spaces in Cork

Fri, 27 Feb, 2026

Adult woman holding a pill and a glass of water. Female taking medicine. Treating at home. Patient recovering in a hospital. Men
Eli Lilly's new GLP-1 pill could be more effective weight loss drug
Clinical trial suggests Orforglipron, prescribed for type 2 diabetes, may be an improved non-injection alternative to Wegovy and Mounjaro

Thu, 26 Feb, 2026

Two popular Cork City pubs up for sale for a combined price of €3.2m
Two popular Cork City pubs up for sale for a combined price of €3.2m
Sellers are the Seán McCarthy-led local hospitality group who disposed of Soho bar/restaurant on Grand Parade in 2023 for a rumoured €5m.

Thu, 26 Feb, 2026

Dunnes Stores outlines plans to expand Patrick Street restaurant 
Dunnes Stores outlines plans to expand Patrick Street restaurant 
Plans also lodged to upgrade popular Cork City service station

Thu, 26 Feb, 2026

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€50m Ruby Hotel planned for Cork city centre after council approval
Construction work will take place this year on three hotels in Cork city, with planning underway for three more

Wed, 25 Feb, 2026

90-minute trains to Dublin and eight new stations: Irish Rail CEO sets out plans for Cork
90-minute trains to Dublin and eight new stations: Irish Rail CEO sets out plans for Cork
Cork's commuter rail network is set for a €1.8bn Irish Rail overhaul, bringing electrification, new stations, and increased service to Mallow, Cobh, and Midleton.

Tue, 24 Feb, 2026

Aer Lingus to add flights on Cork to Glasgow route this summer
Aer Lingus to add flights on Cork to Glasgow route this summer
Aer Lingus has also expanded its European network from Cork with the introduction of new routes to Nice and Santiago de Compostela, beginning May 2 and June 1 respectively

Mon, 23 Feb, 2026

Drone deliveries in Cork: 'We're the only one that makes money, not Amazon, not Google'
Drone deliveries in Cork: 'We're the only one that makes money, not Amazon, not Google'
Manna founder champions Ireland as a drone delivery leader, launching a Cork pilot while scaling global growth and — uniquely — making a profit on every delivery

Mon, 23 Feb, 2026

Cork's Datalogix acquired by Ekco
Cork's Datalogix acquired by Ekco
Acquiring the Cork tech firm is the first such deal this year by Ekco following three strategic acquisitions in 2025

Mon, 23 Feb, 2026

Former Ireland footballer Colin Healy selling spacious Rylane home for €495k
Former Ireland footballer Colin Healy selling spacious Rylane home for €495k
The former Ireland international is downsizing from his 2,500 sq ft Rylane base as he relocates closer to Ballincollig

Sun, 22 Feb, 2026

Inside the Savoy Cork revival: Historic music venue reopens in city centre
Inside the Savoy Cork revival: Historic music venue reopens in city centre
After years of closure, the historic Savoy returns as a reimagined live music venue in the heart of Cork City

Sun, 22 Feb, 2026

Inside Cork Airport’s €200m redevelopment and plans for Luas link and transatlantic flights
Inside Cork Airport’s €200m redevelopment and plans for Luas link and transatlantic flights
Record passenger growth drives major terminal expansion, new security screening, solar farm investment and push for better public transport links

Sat, 21 Feb, 2026

Apple to open Dublin office this year to complement expanded Cork operations
Apple to open Dublin office this year to complement expanded Cork operations
Up to 300 workers will be accommodated in Park Place, Dublin with the tech giant opening its new Hollyhill 5 building in Cork today

Thu, 19 Feb, 2026

Drone delivery firm Manna launches pilot programme in Cork
Drone delivery firm Manna launches pilot programme in Cork
The company will begin demonstration flights at Marina Market from Thursday

Thu, 19 Feb, 2026

Manna to explore drone deliveries in Cork
Manna to explore drone deliveries in Cork
A temporary no-fly zone has been in place since February 14 covering Douglas, Cork city centre, the Docklands, Mayfield, and Ballyvolane

Mon, 16 Feb, 2026

Make a play for Ballincollig's roomy Heathfield for €765,000
Make a play for Ballincollig's roomy Heathfield for €765,000
Growing households will like the choice of accommodation at No 1 The Orchard

Sat, 14 Feb, 2026

Manna Aero drone is seen as it delivers essential household and medical supplies in the Irish village of Moneygall
S Alan Healy: There is a battle brewing over Cork's airspace that will be repeated across Ireland
Half of Cork’s skies are now restricted to drone users as regulators prepare for expanded delivery services and tighter airspace controls

Fri, 13 Feb, 2026

Musgrave: Cork-headquartered owner of Centra and SuperValu announces job cuts
Musgrave: Cork-headquartered owner of Centra and SuperValu announces job cuts
Cork-headquartered supermarket giant employs around 12,000 people across Ireland

Thu, 12 Feb, 2026

Family of Cork man killed in suspected explosion at Stryker plant dismayed at inquest delay
Family of Cork man killed in suspected explosion at Stryker plant dismayed at inquest delay
Inquest into death of John Murphy’s heard the Health and Safety Authority was still awaiting directions from the DPP on whether any criminal prosecution would arise from the circumstances of his death

Thu, 12 Feb, 2026

Heineken to cut 6,000 global jobs despite surge in sales of Murphy's Stout
Heineken to cut 6,000 global jobs despite surge in sales of Murphy's Stout
Irish operations report strong performance in 2025 but company to slash global workforce 

Wed, 11 Feb, 2026

ieExplains: What are the new drone flight restrictions in Cork and why are they coming into effect?
ieExplains: What are the new drone flight restrictions in Cork and why are they coming into effect?
Beginning this week, the majority of drone operators will have to apply to Cork air traffic control two days before they intend to fly a drone over Cork City

Tue, 10 Feb, 2026

Daily Life In Krakow
Cork Jehovah's Witnesses lodge plans for new place of worship amid growing congregation
Watchtower Bible & Tract Society of Ireland said a larger building was required to cater for a growing Jehovah's Witnesses congregation

Tue, 10 Feb, 2026

New drone flight restrictions to come into force across Cork city
New drone flight restrictions to come into force across Cork city
Drone operators in Cork will need two days’ advance permission as the IAA restricts flights across large city areas

Mon, 09 Feb, 2026

New airbridge, Wi-Fi and bag-drop tech set to transform Cork Airport
New airbridge, Wi-Fi and bag-drop tech set to transform Cork Airport
Cork Airport unveils new airbridge, faster Wi-Fi, self-service bag-drop and automated car park technology to streamline travel

Mon, 09 Feb, 2026

Students 'denied full college experience' by lack of apartments
Students 'denied full college experience' by lack of apartments
While thousands of apartments have been built in Cork recently, high costs and regulatory uncertainty have slowed delivery of much-needed student accommodation, writes Emer Walsh

Mon, 09 Feb, 2026

Renovated, flipped and ready to go for €475k on Friars Walk
Renovated, flipped and ready to go for €475k on Friars Walk
Freshly refurbished Friars Walk terrace combines four en suites, green mortgage potential and an unusually long rear garden

Sat, 07 Feb, 2026

When a shop becomes a sanctuary: what Cork is losing with Primetime’s closure
When a shop becomes a sanctuary: what Cork is losing with Primetime’s closure
As Primetime prepares to close, its founders reflect on three decades of streetwear, skate culture and community in Cork

Sat, 07 Feb, 2026

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