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Irish Examiner
4 days ago
- Business
- Irish Examiner
Cork council gives go-ahead for 90 social housing units set to sell at 20% below market value
Plans for almost 90 new social housing units in Cork City have been approved, where homes will be on sale at 20% below open market value. City councillors approved two separate social housing schemes at their July meeting — one which will deliver 80 new social homes at Glyntown, Glanmire, and the other which will deliver eight new units near Ballincollig town centre. The Glyntown scheme, accessed via East Cliff Road, will include four three-storey buildings to provide a mix of 30 three-, two- and one-bedroom apartments, as well as two four-storey apartment blocks, to provide a mix of 48 three, two and one-bedroom apartments. The subdivision of the former Coach House on the site will provide two three-bedroom units over two floors, and the scheme also includes the provision of 101 parking spaces and 204 bike parking spaces. More than 600 residents signed one of the nine submissions made on the scheme, many raising concerns about the scale and density of the project. Councillors also approved plans for the construction of eight new social homes on the site of a vacant house in Ballincollig, at the junction of Inniscarra View and the main street, near the Poulavone roundabout. The existing house and shed on the corner site will be demolished to allow for the construction of one four-bed house, four two-bed townhouses, and three two-bed apartments, ranging in height from two to two-and-a-half storeys. Both schemes will be delivered by way of a project agreement with Cetti Limited. It comes as Cork City Council, in partnership with Galtymore Homes, announced details of the Carraig Dún affordable housing scheme in Killeens, near Blarney. The nine three-bedroom semi-detached homes will be available from €320,000, with its online applications portal due to open for eligible applicants early next month. Homes in such schemes are generally available for first-time buyers who do not have an interest in any other property, although exceptions may apply for 'Fresh Start' applicants. Income limits apply and potential applicants can get details of the qualifying criteria at The online application portal will open at 12 noon on August 6, and will close at midnight on August 27. Read More Cork people give their views on renaming of redeveloped city centre park
Irish Examiner
16-07-2025
- Business
- Irish Examiner
Skibbereen to host new West Cork Food Festival
Vendors are being invited to apply to take part in a new food festival, which is planned for Skibbereen in West Cork next month. The West Cork Food Festival will take place in Skibbereen's Old Mart Yard, known locally as 'the Fairfield', on Sunday, August 31. Skibbereen Chamber of Commerce said the new festival will celebrate "the vibrant local food scene with a day full of flavour, community, and creativity. From artisan producers to bold street food vendors, this event is all about savouring the best of West Cork in one unforgettable day." The festival is supported by Cork County Council, and vendors seeking to take part can contact chamber@ The new event in Skibbereen is another element to the busy culinary calendar in Cork. In Cork city, the Cork on a Fork Festival takes place from August 13-17, organised by Cork City Council in partnership with local businesses. Cork on a Fork Festival includes the spectacular VQ Shared Table, a long-table dinner for 450 guests on MacCurtain Street which will see 20 chefs from the city's Victorian Quarter area curate shared plates. Tickets, priced at €150, have been selling briskly for the street event, which takes place on Wednesday, August 13.
Irish Independent
15-07-2025
- Politics
- Irish Independent
Calls to rename Cork city park named after bishop
A motion put forward by Cllrs Niamh O'Connor, Oliver Moran and Ted Tynan at Monday's meeting of Cork City Council proposed that as part of the redevelopment of Bishop Lucey Park, 'the Chief Executive shall undertake a process to explore the renaming of the park.' Seventeen of the City Council's 31 elected members voted in favour. Located on the Grand Parade and opened in 1985, the park is named after Bishop Con Lucey, who was the Catholic Bishop of Cork from 1952 until 1980. The park has been closed to the public since December 2023 for redevelopment. "In my opinion this is not a matter of renaming a park, it's a new park deserving of a new name. When the new park opens it will bear absolutely no resemblance to the park that was there previously. A new park presents a unique opportunity to choose a name that reflects what we value as a city," Cllr O'Connor said. The Social Democrats Councillor said the motion wasn't about committing to a name change for the park, but rather to undertaking a process to explore renaming it. 'Ultimately the people of Cork will decide the name of the park and that is exactly how it should be,' she said. Due to reopen in November, the redeveloped park will include improved access to the historic city wall, a new events pavilion and plaza, improved access and seating for all, and a new tower to mark the eastern entrance.
BreakingNews.ie
14-07-2025
- Entertainment
- BreakingNews.ie
Fanzone to return to Páirc Uí Chaoimh for All-Ireland hurling final
Cork City Council and Cork GAA have confirmed the Rebels' Fanzone will return to SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh on Sunday for the All-Ireland hurling final. The family-friendly event will see the clash between Cork and Tipperary shown on big screens, with entertainment before and after the game. Advertisement The Rebels' Fanzone will be fully ticketed, alcohol-free and u16s must be accompanied by an adult. Tickets will be free of charge, and available at 7.30am on Thursday, July 17,thvia Cork GAA's website Cork City Council's website and from Tickets will be limited to a maximum of five per person, and capacity is limited. The organisers appeal to fans to only apply for tickets if they are certain they will use them. A ticket transfer and cancellation window (including the ability to cancel or transfer some of your tickets) will be open until midnight on Saturday July 19th. Advertisement Car Parking restrictions will be similar to those in place during normal match days. An Garda Siochana and Cork GAA will implement a Traffic Management Plan. It is recommended, where possible, to leave the car at home. Pat Horgan, Chairperson of Cork GAA, said, 'Once again, demand for final tickets for the All-Ireland final is unprecedented, and unfortunately not everyone will be able to attend Croke Park next Sunday. "With support of Cork City Council, we are delighted to bring back the Rebels' Fanzone, which will allow supporters of all ages an opportunity to come together, and support an incredible team from right across the county.'
Irish Examiner
14-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Irish Examiner
Rebels Fanzone returning to Páirc Uí Chaoimh for All-Ireland SHC final
The Rebels Fanzone will return to SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh for the All-Ireland Senior hurling final between Cork and Tipperary that will take place on Sunday July 20 Cork City Council and Cork GAA have announced. The family friendly event will show the first ever All-Ireland final clash between the sides live on big screens with entertainment before and after the game. This will be a fully ticketed, alcohol-free zone and U16's must be accompanied by an adult. Tickets will be free of charge and will be available from 7.30am on Thursday July 17 via Cork's GAA website, Cork City Council's website and Tickets will be limited to a maximum of five per person and capacity is limited. A ticket transfer and cancellation window will be open until midnight on Saturday July 19. Brian Geaney, Deputy Chief Executive of Cork City Council said 'Cork has been turned into a sea of red and white in recent weeks. "There's huge excitement building across Cork and we're hoping for an electric atmosphere at this free, family-friendly event at the home of Cork GAA". Pat Horgan, Chairperson of Cork GAA, said 'Once again, demand for final tickets for the All-Ireland final is unprecedented, and unfortunately not everyone will be able to attend Croke Park next Sunday. "With support of Cork City Council, we are delighted to bring back the Rebels' Fanzone, which will allow supporters of all ages an opportunity to come together, and support an incredible team from right across the county.'
