Cork County Muintir na Tire News

Thursday, 30 April 2026

Worried about Hearing Loss Talk in Carrignavar all Welcome

Dementia Awareness Event Vienna Woods Hotel, Thursday May 7th

Please see above an information poster and invitation to attend a Dementia Information Day taking place on Thursday, May 7th 2026, from 10:00am to 3:00pm at the Vienna Woods Hotel, Glanmire, Cork.

This event offers a valuable opportunity for individuals, families, carers, and professionals to access information, support, and advice about dementia.

The day will include:

A range of guest speakers, including healthcare professionals and individuals with lived experience
Information stands providing resources and guidance
A “Singing for the Brain” performance
Access to services such as dementia advisory supports and memory technology resources

Booking is essential.

To reserve a place contact Elaine McKoy 087 3444124 / Elaine.McKoy@hse.ie

We would appreciate you sharing this information with anyone who may benefit.

Many thanks

Jacinta

Jacinta McCormack

Oibrí Sláinte Pobail Fhear Maí

Fermoy Community Health Worker

Wednesday, 29 April 2026

Applications Open for Cork County Council’s Creative Start-Up Scheme 2026

Cork County Council is inviting applications for the Creative Start-Up Scheme 2026, which supports artists, designers and craftspeople to set up creative retail spaces across the county. The scheme is part of the Council’s ongoing work to bring new life and creativity into town and village centres.

The scheme is funded by Creative Ireland, the national programme that connects people, creativity, and wellbeing, and supports cultural activity across communities.

The 2026 Creative Start-Up Scheme is open to proposals for:

Temporary or seasonal pop-up shops in vacant retail spaces
Small retailers wishing to grow their space or include more artists and makers in their offering

Successful projects can receive up to €5,000, along with business supports and mentoring from the Local Enterprise Office. Applications will be assessed through a competitive process.

An online information session will take place on Wednesday, 13th May at 1.00pm. To register, email creativeireland@corkcoco.ie.

The deadline for applications is Friday, 5th June at 5.00pm. To apply, visit the link below.

Creative Start-Up Scheme 2026

Cork County Gears up for Bike Week 2026

Cork County Council is encouraging people of all ages to discover the joys of cycling during Bike Week Cork 2026.

The week-long festival running from Saturday May 9th to Sunday May 17th will feature over 300 events catering for all ages across Cork to showcase the many benefits of cycling.

This year’s festival comes at a turning point for active travel in the region.

According to the 2025 Cork Walking & Cycling Index, 73% of residents now support the development of cycle paths physically separated from traffic.

With over €100 million invested in active travel schemes across the county since 2021, Cork County Council is using Bike Week 2026 to highlight these new safer routes and encourage everyone to cycle more.

Cork County Council Statement Following the Passing of Councillor Joe Carroll RIP

Cork County Council is deeply saddened by the passing of Cllr. Joe Carroll.

A passionate and dedicated advocate for West Cork, Cllr. Carroll served his community with distinction over many years. He was elected Mayor of the County of Cork in 2024, a role he undertook with great pride and commitment.

A member of Fianna Fáil, Cllr. Carroll was first elected to Cork County Council in June 2004, representing the Skibbereen–West Cork local electoral area. His career in public service began in 1999 when he was elected to Skibbereen Town Council, marking the beginning of a lifetime devoted to serving his community.

A native of Dunmanway, Cllr. Carroll lived in Skibbereen for most of his life with his wife Sheila and their family. Prior to his political career, he worked as a bus driver with CIE and later as a publican. He was deeply committed to improving quality of life in West Cork and worked tirelessly to support tourism, improve infrastructure, champion local businesses, and create opportunities for young people.

Cllr. Carroll represented Cork County Council on the Southern Regional Assembly from its establishment in 2014. He served as Cathaoirleach of the Assembly in 2019, playing a key role in the adoption of the Regional Spatial and Economic Strategy for the Southern Region.

He also served as Chair of the Western Committee, the Housing SPC and was a member of the Corporate Policy Group and Tourism SPC.

The Mayor of the County of Cork Mary Linehan Foley said, “We feel profound sorrow at the loss of our wonderful colleague Cllr. Joe Carroll. He was a fixture of Cork County Council’s business for many years and a distinctive voice in the Chamber. He cared deeply about his community. Not only was he held in the highest regard by his fellow councillors, but the respect he earned from his constituents was clearly reflected at the polls.”

Chief Executive of Cork County Council, Moira Murrell, added, “Cllr. Carroll devoted a significant portion of his life to public service, serving the people of West Cork with dedication, integrity and care. His contribution has left a lasting legacy - politically, professionally and personally - on all who worked with him and on the communities he represented. He will be remembered with great fondness by his colleagues and by all staff. Cork County Council extends its sincere sympathies to his wife Sheila and family, his Elected Member colleagues and all those who had the privilege of knowing and working with him.”

Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam dílis.

Details regarding a book of condolence will be announced in due course.

CORK COUNTY COUNCIL REQUIRES Estate Management Officer (26/028)

Closing date for the receipt of completed application forms is 4pm on Friday, 15th May 2026.

Further details and application forms for the above posts are available on the careers’ section of the website: www.corkcoco.ie; or by e-mailing: recruitment@corkcoco.ie

CORK COUNTY COUNCIL IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER