Caseys Furniture, a retailer with over a century of history in Ireland, has filed plans with Cork City Council to relocate its city centre operations to a converted former printing facility in Mahon Retail Park. The proposed development, which includes a showroom and café, aims to repurpose the 1.4-hectare site to accommodate a modern retail … Read more
Cork City Hotel Expansion Plans Pandox Group Designated Activity Company has submitted plans to Cork City Council to expand the Leonardo Hotel on Anderson’s Quay, aiming to add 20 guest rooms and a five-storey extension. The proposed development, which would increase the hotel’s total capacity to 153 rooms, is scheduled for a planning decision by … Read more
Deposit return machines (DRMs) in Ireland pose no biological risk to public health, according to a recent study conducted by researchers at University College Cork (UCC). Led by Dr. John Mac Sharry, the team analyzed microbial samples from the units, concluding that while the machines may harbor fermenting microbes that cause odors and attract pests, … Read more
Cork’s Skyline Set for Transformation: A Deep Dive into the Custom House Quay Development A landmark 34-storey hotel planned for Cork city’s Custom House Quay has received a significant boost with a three-year extension to its planning permission. This development, spearheaded by Tower Development Properties Ltd, signals continued investment in Cork’s evolving cityscape and raises … Read more
Cork Player Strikes Gold: Ireland’s Lottery Millionaire Trend Continues A Cork player has turn into the latest Irish lottery winner, securing a life-changing €1,000,500 in Saturday’s Lotto Plus Raffle. This win marks the fourth National Lottery millionaire of 2026, highlighting a continuing trend of substantial prizes awarded to Irish players. The Rise of Online Lottery … Read more
From Bankruptcy to Boom: John Fleming’s Remarkable Cork Comeback and the Future of Modular Construction Fifteen years after filing for bankruptcy in Britain with debts of around €1 billion, developer John Fleming is once again making his mark on the Cork landscape. His company, Furadino Developments (Cork) Ltd, is currently constructing “The Haven,” a €17 … Read more
From Formula 1 to Electric Tractors: The Evolution of Automotive Engineer Mike Keane Mike Keane, a Carrigaline-based automotive engineer, embodies the rapidly changing landscape of the automotive industry. Over the past two decades, his career has taken him from the high-pressure world of Formula 1 to the glamour of James Bond film stunts, and now … Read more
Cork’s Marina Market: A Case Study in Real Estate Restructuring and the Rise of Special Purpose Vehicles Recent news regarding Cork’s Marina Market and the receivership of CPR Properties Cork Limited has sparked understandable concern. However, the core message is reassuring: the market itself continues to operate normally. This situation, though, highlights a growing trend … Read more
Ireland’s Road Haulage Crisis: A Looming Threat to Supply Chains and Rural Economies Ireland’s road haulage sector is facing a critical juncture. Recent increases in fuel taxes and toll charges have pushed diesel prices to the highest in the EU, sparking concerns about business closures and a ripple effect on the cost of everyday goods. … Read more
A new book recognizing the contributions of women in Cork city government was recently launched at Cork City Hall. “Leading the Way” profiles twelve individuals who have significantly impacted local governance in the city. Celebrating Local Leadership The book is authored by Dr. Aodh Quinlivan, a senior lecturer at University College Cork; John Ger O’Riordan, … Read more