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Matthew Collins, The Sibly Food Company; Cllr. Deirdre O'Brien; Gerry Kelleher, NMK Renewables; Cllr. Frank O'Flynn, Mayor of the County of Cork; Cllr. Liam Madden; Cllr. Gearoid Murphy and Keviin Morey, Divisional Manager, Cork North; Front, from left: Michael Horgan, Horgan's Delicatessen Supplies; Enrika Moore, Viska Systems, Best Small Business Award; Martin Hanley, CPH, Best Medium Business award; Dr. Angie Nagle, Best Start-up BusiBusiness award and Maura Horgan, Horgan's DelicatDelicatessen Supplies
Business and Economy
29 Nov 2023

SUSTAINABILITY TO THE FORE AT CORK COUNTY COUNCIL’S ENTERPRISE AWARDS IN NORTH CORK

A Mallow company that repurposes decommissioned wind turbine blades into greenway bridges and outdoor furniture has been recognised as one of the best businesses in North Cork. BladeBridge was named Best Start-up at the Best in Cork for Cork County Council’s first of three divisional awards at a special event at Springfort Hall Hotel, Mallow.  

A group of people standing opposite each other on a long table taking part in a Speed Networking event.
Business and Economy
29 Nov 2023

North Cork Business Community Connect at Speed Networking Event in Fermoy

The business community of North Cork recently gathered for an innovative networking event in Fermoy Community Youth Centre. The Event was organised by Cork County Council’s Local Enterprise Office Cork North & West in association with the NRG Business Support Group.  

Cork County Council staff accepting the KPMG Public Space Planning Award.
Planning and Development
28 Nov 2023

Cork County Council Receives KPMG Property Excellence Award 2023 for Cobh Town Centre Urban Design Plan

Cork County Council is delighted to announce that it has been honoured with the prestigious Public Space Planning Award 2023 at the KPMG Property Industry Excellence Awards 2023 for its Cobh Town Centre Urban Design Plan. The Council’s exemplary work in the heart of the town Centre has been recognised for its innovative, people-centered design that prioritises accessibility, inclusiveness, and overall well-being. 

A group of people holding a book
Council, Governance and Administration
27 Nov 2023

Cork County Council Unveils Balanced Budget Of €458.3 Million

Cork County Council has approved its Budget for 2024 totalling over €458 million.  This is the first balanced budget Council has adopted in several years and ensures services are maintained and even increased despite continuing high inflation (7.8% for 2022 and 5.1% to October year on year).

Pictured (L/R): Maria Dowling (Blackwater Valley Makers), The Mayor of the County of Cork, Cllr Frank O’Flynn,, Valerie O’Sullivan (Chief Executive of Cork County Council) and Siobhain Steele (Blackwater Valley Makers).
Community
27 Nov 2023

LOCAL MARKETS SHOWCASE THE ‘BEST COUNTY CORK HAS TO OFFER’

The Mayor of the County of Cork, Cllr Frank O’Flynn and Chief Executive of Cork County Council Valerie O’Sullivan are encouraging everyone to soak up the festive atmosphere in towns and villages across the county with several pop-up Christmas markets and special events planned over the coming weeks designed to support local businesses, jobs and communities. 

Artist Fiona Boniwell with 4th Class Pupils of Presentation Primary Bandon are currently participating FrameWorks, an initiative of Cork County Council’s Creative Ireland Programme
Arts and Culture
24 Nov 2023

Bandon Primary Students Embrace FrameWorks Art Project

Fourth Class Pupils from Presentation Primary School, Bandon are currently participating in FrameWorks, an initiative of Cork County Council’s Creative Ireland Programme, which allows primary schools across Cork to become temporary custodians of the County Art Collection. 

Restoration work on roof of a protected structure.
Heritage and Conservation
23 Nov 2023

Funding Available for the Protection of County Cork’s Heritage

Cork County Council is inviting owners and custodians to apply for funding to safeguard protected structures and archaeological monuments in County Cork. Three funding streams have been announced for 2024, including the Community Monuments Fund, the Built Heritage Investment Scheme, and the Historic Structures Fund.