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Council, Governance and Administration
26 Sep 2023

Final Council meeting for Chief Executive Tim Lucey

The Mayor of the County of Cork, Cllr Frank O’Flynn and Cork County Council Elected Members mark the final meeting of Council with outgoing Chief Executive Tim Lucey.  Mayor O’Flynn and Councillors paid warm tribute to the CE for both his dedication to public service and commitment to Cork County throughout his tenure.

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Roads and Transportation
25 Sep 2023

Hedge & Tree Cutting

Under Section 70 of the Roads Act 1993,  landowners and occupiers of land are obliged to take all reasonable care to ensure that trees, ditches, hedges and other vegetation growing on their land are not or could not become a danger to people using or working on a public road or public footpath.

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Municipal Districts Operations & Rural Development
22 Sep 2023

Innovative Rain Garden System Unveiled in Cobh

A new green drainage system designed to capture and purify rainwater run-off from roads and footpaths has been unveiled at East Beach in Cobh by the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage and Cork County Council.

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Business and Economy
21 Sep 2023

North Cork Business Community Connect at Speed Networking Event

The business community of North Cork gathered together for an innovative networking event in Mallow on Thursday 14th September. A new approach to networking, the event also highlighted how to make Artificial Intelligence work for business.

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Libraries
20 Sep 2023

Cork County Council Library Card Competition

To celebrate Cork County Cuts Carbon – Make One Change month this November, Cork County Council Library & Arts Service would like to invite you to design a library card that celebrates sustainability. The winning design will feature on our new adult membership cards. The successful entrant will also receive a €150 voucher. There will also be 2 runner-up prizes of €25.

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Community
19 Sep 2023

Works at Fermoy’s Barnane Walk and Trail Completed

Mayor of the County of Cork, Cllr. Frank O’Flynn has visited Barnane Walk and Trail following significant improvement works to the popular amenity in Fermoy.

The trail, which forms part of the idyllic Blackwater Way, has benefited from a series of upgrades, including pathway improvements, fencing, landscaping and the installation of new steel pedestrian bridges to help ensure safe and convenient crossing.

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Community
19 Sep 2023

Cork County Council Honours Community Heroes at Anti-Litter Awards

Cork County Council recently welcomed 150 community volunteers to Cork County Hall to celebrate the return of the Council’s Anti-Litter Challenge. 22 towns and 64 villages entered this year’s competition which acknowledges and supports the efforts of local groups and volunteers in the fight against litter.

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Community
18 Sep 2023

Cork County Council unveils Autumn Concert Series for Community Hospitals and Care Homes 

This autumn, Cork County Council proudly presents an enchanting series of concerts that will light up the hearts of residents in healthcare settings across the county. Under the banner of the "Creativity in Older Age" scheme, generously supported by Creative Ireland, these musical performances will spread warmth and joy across nine different healthcare locations in County Cork.

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Community
15 Sep 2023

Cork County Older People’s Council AGM Celebrates Remarkable Achievements and Welcomes New Leadership

Cork County Older People’s Council (OPC) hosted their Annual General Meeting (AGM) on Wednesday, September 13th, 2023, at the Kingsley Hotel. This event, welcomed over 100 attendees, including distinguished representatives from Age Friendly Ireland, Irish Hospice, Local Link, HSE Community Workers, Cultural Companions, Vodafone Hi Digital, ALONE, and Cork County Libraries.

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Emergency Services
14 Sep 2023

Status Orange Rainfall Warning for Cork 

A Met Éireann Status Orange Rain warning for Cork will come into effect this evening (Thursday) at 6.00pm and will remain in effect until 6.00pm Friday evening. Persistent and heavy rain will lead to localised flooding, poor visibility and difficult travelling conditions. 

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Business and Economy
13 Sep 2023

Cork North & West Local Enterprise Office Celebrates Creative Businesses

A number of local craft businesses have recently completed Cork County Council’s Local Enterprise Office (LEO) Cork North & West “Grow Your Creative Business Programme”. With a focus on supporting craft and creative businesses to ensure they reach their full potential, the programme placed a strong emphasis on sustainability within the creative sector, bringing together a diverse range of businesses, including ceramic artists and wood crafters.