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Environment
13 Sep 2023

Fermoy Swimming Pool Dives into a More Sustainable Future with Energy Upgrades

Cork County Council has announced significant energy upgrades for the Fermoy Swimming Pool that will not only enhance the swimming experience but also ensure a more sustainable future. The pool is set to become more energy-efficient and environmentally friendly thanks to a series of improvements.

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Community
12 Sep 2023

Community Celebrates the Official Opening of Bandon Play Park

Mayor of the County of Cork, Cllr. Frank O’Flynn has officially opened Bandon’s new state-of-the-art playground. A vibrant new family-oriented space for the community, Bandon Play Park includes embankment slides, a wheelchair-accessible roundabout and sensory play panels. 

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Business and Economy
06 Sep 2023

National Women’s Enterprise Day Regional Event Returns to Cork

Cork County Council’s Local Enterprise Office North and West is delighted to welcome the return of the Southwest’s National Women’s Enterprise Day Regional Event to Cork for 2023.  Taking place on Thursday October 19th, at the Dunmore House Hotel in Clonakilty, National Women’s Enterprise Day is Ireland’s largest female enterprise event.

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Roads and Transportation
05 Sep 2023

Contract signed for N73 Annakisha Road Improvement Scheme

The Mayor of the County of Cork, Cllr. Frank O’Flynn, has welcomed the announcement of the county’s latest road improvement scheme, following the appointment of Sorensen Civil Engineering to carry out the N73 Annakisha Road Improvement Scheme. 

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Environment
01 Sep 2023

Dispose of Unused Medicines Properly (DUMP) Campaign

The ‘Dispose of Unused Medicines Properly’ (DUMP) campaign is a free collection service available in pharmacies throughout Cork & Kerry for the safe disposal of unused or out of date, prescription or over-the-counter medicines.

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Business
29 Aug 2023

Cork County Council Launch “Best In Cork” Awards

The Mayor of the County of Cork is encouraging businesses of all sizes and sectors to enter the inaugural Cork County Council “Best in Cork” Awards. The awards aim to recognise the vital contributions businesses and tourism providers make to the county, while acknowledging the efforts being made to promote a sustainable future. 

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Arts and Culture
28 Aug 2023

Sean P. Keating Commemorative Plaque Unveiled in Kanturk

Mayor of the County of Cork, Cllr. Frank O’Flynn has unveiled a commemorative plaque in memory of Kanturk native Sean P. Keating, a dedicated volunteer in the Irish Republican Army during the War of Independence who went on to play a pivotal role in American politics before returning to his hometown.

A computer rendered view of 3 houses in Waters Edge, Carrigaline which are available as part of the Cork County Council Affordable Housing Scheme.
Housing
24 Aug 2023

Cork County Council Announces Affordable Homes in Carrigaline

Cork County Council has announced a new Affordable Housing Purchase Scheme in Carrigaline. Applications for the new two-bed and three-bed terrace houses at The Waters Edge, Church Road, Carrigaline will open on Monday the 28th of August 2023 at 12 noon.