Thursday, 17 April 2025
Easter Egg Challenge 2025
Niche Post of Executive Director
Hi All,
Please see link for the post of Executive Director in Niche. Can you share this with your contacts please.
Kind Regards
Elaine McKoy
Oibrí Pobail | FSS an Iardheiscirt
Community Worker HSE South West
Cork North Community Work Department | Health Service Executive South West | Old Library Building | St. Mary’s Road | Cork|
Tel. 021 4928370 | Mobile: 087 3444124 | Email Elaine.mckoy@hse.ie
Exhibition Celebrating our Clothing Heritage Opens at Kinsale Library
An inspiring new exhibition that explores Ireland’s rich textile heritage will open in Kinsale Library on the 17th of April. The exhibition ‘A Stitch in Time: The Clothes We Wore, The Future We Weave’ revisits practices from the past to inspire a more sustainable future.
Treasured clothing traditions from the past, including the Kinsale Cloak and a variety of pieces from the Mizen Spinning and Textile Group will be on display, as well as tools such as spinning wheels and looms. Visitors will also discover a range of historical photographs, personal stories and handcrafted items, alongside insights from primary school children on sustainable living.
Welcoming the exhibition, Mayor of the County of Cork, Cllr. Joe Carroll says, “We hope this unique presentation encourages visitors to reflect on how past generations valued quality over quantity and how their practices can inspire us to change how we produce and consume clothing. Whether through repairing, or choosing renewable materials, we can learn from the past to make better choices for our future.”
Supported by Creative Ireland, ‘A Stitch in Time: The Clothes We Wore, The Future We Weave’ is the culmination of a series of workshops led by Cork County Council’s Heritage Specialist in Residence Shannon Forde. Held in local libraries and primary schools, the workshops explored themes of heritage and sustainability, focusing on crafts, transport and food to uncover the ways in which our ancestors were living sustainably.
This exhibition opens in Kinsale Library on the 17th of April and runs until the 13th of May. Kinsale Library is open Tuesday to Saturday from 9.30am to 5.30pm
Mayor of the County of Cork Welcomes Launch of CLÁR 2025 Programme
The Mayor of the County of Cork, Cllr. Joe Carroll has welcomed the announcement by Minister Dara Calleary at the Department of Rural and Community Development of the €11 million CLÁR 2025 fund. The scheme supports small scale infrastructural projects in rural areas that have experienced significant levels of population decline. CLÁR also promotes sustainable development and aims to attract people to live and work in the areas it covers.
The CLÁR 2025 Programme provides funding under the following measures:
• Measure 1: Developing Community Facilities & Amenities.
• Measure 2: Mobility, Cancer Care and Community First Responder and Meals on Wheels Transport.
• Measure 3: “Our Living Islands”
Cork County Council is calling for applications by local community groups under Measure 1 ‘Developing Community Facilities & Amenities’. A minimum grant of €5,000 and maximum grant of €65,000 will apply to this measure. The 2025 scheme also allows for two applications seeking grant funding of up to €100,000 and one additional application for funding of between €5,000 and €65,000 for a Gaeltacht area. Measures 2 and 3 will be administered directly by the Department of Rural and Community Development.
The scheme will provide up to 90% of the cost. The remaining 10% or balance of the cost must be provided in cash through local authority/community or other resources. Philanthropic contributions will be accepted as full or part of match funding costs. This funding must be in place at the time of application.
Applicants must submit their project applications to their local Municipal District Office by Friday the 9th of May 2025. Information on the scheme, application forms and details of your local Municipal District Office are available by clicking the link below.
Cork County Council Invites Proposals for the 2025 Town and Village Renewal Scheme
Cork County Council has announced a call for Expressions of Interest for projects that will make the County’s towns and villages more attractive and sustainable.
The Town and Village Renewal Scheme (TVRS) is funded by the Department of Rural and Community Development and is designed to support the revitalisation of rural Ireland. It has a strong focus on tackling vacancy and dereliction to bring additional footfall into town centres as well as supporting vibrant and sustainable Gaeltacht and island communities.
In recent years, funding has been granted for a range of projects in County Cork including developing the first children’s playground in Cape Clear; purchasing a vacant property to refurbish into a community space in Millstreet; upgrading the Rock public amenity in Skibbereen; and installing a viewing platform and interpretative signage at the 19th Century Youghal Lighthouse.
The scheme is open to towns and villages with a population of up to 10,000 people, however, larger towns of up to 15,000 people may be eligible, with grant funding of between €50,000 and €500,000 available. Funding of up to €50,000 per project is also available for pre-development costs to help communities develop applications for future funding calls.
The 2025 Scheme outline along with Expression of Interest forms are available by clicking the link below.
The closing date for receipt of forms is 5:00pm on Wednesday, 14th May 2025.
CORK COUNTY COUNCIL REQUIRES Chief Technician (Environmental)
CORK COUNTY COUNCIL
REQUIRES
Chief Technician (Environmental)
Closing date for the receipt of completed application forms is 4pm on Friday, 2nd May 2025.
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: recruit@corkcoco.ie
CORK COUNTY COUNCIL IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER
CORK COUNTY COUNCIL REQUIRES Administrative Officer (Grade 7)
CORK COUNTY COUNCIL
REQUIRES
Administrative Officer (Grade 7)
Closing date for the receipt of completed application forms is 4pm on Friday, 9th May 2025.
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: recruit@corkcoco.ie
CORK COUNTY COUNCIL IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER
Thursday, 10 April 2025
Pride in our Community Competition for Community and Tidy Towns Groups in Cork City and County now open for entries
The Sun shone down and a warm sense of spring enveloped Atkins Garden World as the Lord Mayor of Cork, Councillor Dan Boyle and the Mayor of County Cork, Cllr. Joe Carroll officially launched the annual Muintir na Tire Pride in our Community Competition for Community and Tidy Towns Groups in Cork City and County.
Mayor of County Cork Cllr. Carroll said that ‘he was proud and delighted that Cork County Council continue to support this wonderful competition.’ He went on to thank all the community groups taking part for making Cork such a wonderful place for all. He urged all Community and Tidy Towns Groups in County Cork to take part. Cork County Council was represented by Seamus De Faoite, Niamh O Dwyer, Finbarr O Keeffe, Debbie Hennessy, Pauline Falvey from the Environment Directorate. The Cork County Federation of Muintir na Tire was represented by Yvonne Cahalane, Sean Holland, , Pauline O'Dwyer, Tara O Donoghue and Denis Kelly, while Atkins Garden World was represented by Manager Cornelia Creedon. Carrigaline Tidy Towns winners of the Pride of Cork County Award in 2024, were represented by Maura Allen, Marie O’Mahony and Niamh Brody.
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| The Mayor of County Cork, Cllr. Joe Carroll, is seen with the back row from left to right: Pauline O'Dwyer, Sean Holland, and Denis Kelly (Muintir), along with Marie O'Mahony from Carrigaline Tidy Towns. Also present are Séamus De Faoite, Finbar O’Keeffe, Caroline Healy, Pauline Falvey, and Debbie Hennessy from the Cork County Council Environment Directorate at the launch of the Pride in Our Community Competition 2025. Seated in the front row are Yvonne Cahalane from Muintir, Niamh Brody, and Maura Allen from Carrigaline Tidy Towns, along with Niamh O'Dwyer from Cork County Council. |
Lord Mayor of Cork Councillor Boyle encouraged community and voluntary groups from Cork city to enter the competition which recognizes and rewards community groups who develop new or existing local amenities and projects which are of long-term benefit to the local community”
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Lord Mayor of Cork Cllr. Dan Boyle with
Back row L to R Pauline O Dwyer and Sean Holland (Muintir), Elaine Mulvaney Waterloo Renewal Group) Claire Kelly Environmental Awareness Officer Cork City Council, Collette Sheehy (Waterloo Renewal Group), Yvonne Cahalane (Muintir) and Rosemary Mc Donald Biodiversity Officer (Cork City Council) at the Pride in Our Community 2025 Launch at Atkins Garden World. Seated Mary Keohane and Lorraine Horgan (Waterloo Renewal Group). |
Cork City Council was represented by Claire Kelly, Environmental Awareness Officer and Rosemary Mc Donald Biodiversity Officer from the Community, Culture & Placemaking Directorate. The Cork County Federation of Muintir na Tire was represented by Yvonne Cahalane, Sean Holland, Pauline O'Dwyer, Tara O Donoghue and Denis Kelly, while Atkins Garden World was represented by manager Cornelia Creedon.
Waterloo Renewal Group , who were Pride of Cork City winners in 2024, were represented by Collette Sheehy Elaine Mulvaney, Mary Keohane and Lorraine Dorgan.
Cork County Council was represented by Seamus De Faoite, Niamh O Dwyer, Finbarr O Keeffe, Debbie Hennessy, Pauline Falvey from the Environment Directorate. The Cork County Federation of Muintir na Tire was represented by Yvonne Cahalane, Sean Holland, , Pauline O'Dwyer, Tara O Donoghue and Denis Kelly, while Atkins Garden World was represented by Manager Cornelia Creedon. Carrigaline Tidy Towns winners of the Pride of Cork County Award in 2024, were represented by Maura Allen, Marie O’Mahony and Niamh Brody.
Cork County Federation Muintir na Tire AGM Monday April 14th at 8pm
AGM location
Ballyphehane Community Centre
Cork City Eircode T12 WC6V
Monday April14th at 8pm and via Zoom
Wednesday, 9 April 2025
Conna Camera Club Exhibition at Fermoy Library
Conna Camera Club have a beautiful exhibition of their work available to view throughout April in Fermoy Library. The theme of this exhibition is RED and it showcases some of their best photography pieces! Why not pop along and have a look – it’s worth it!
We are open Tuesday – Saturday, 9:30am – 5:30pm. See you there!
Regards,
Lynda
Lynda McDonnell | Leabharlannaí | Seirbhís Leabharlainne & Ealaíona Comhairle Chontae Chorcaí
Leabharlann Mainistir Fhear Maí | Sráid Ó Conghalaigh | Mainistir Fhear Maí | Corcaigh | P61 C663 | Éire.
T +353-(0)25- 31318 | E. 6810/6811
lynda.mcdonnell@corkcoco.ie | www.corkcoco.ie/library-
Tairseach na gcustaiméirí: www.yourcouncil.ie
Lynda McDonnell | Librarian | Cork County Council Library & Arts Service
Fermoy Library | Connolly Street | Fermoy | Cork | P61 C663 | Ireland.
T +353-(0)25-31318 | E. 6810/6811
lynda.mcdonnell@corkcoco.ie | www.corkcoco.ie/library-
Customer Portal: www.yourcouncil.ie
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Job Vacancy IRD Duhallow: Rural Community Health Worker
Job Vacancy
Please see below link to advert for the post of Rural Community Health Worker in IRD Duhallow. Please forward circulate as appropiate.
Check this out from Activelink: https://www.activelink.ie/
Post of North Cork Rural Community Health Worker. We are seeking applications for 1 X full time (39hour weekly) position of Rural Community Health Worker.. Location: Duhallow area of North Cork IRD Duhallow, James O Keeffe Institute Newmarket. Closing Date for receipt of applications: Thursday 10th April 2025 @ 5pm.. Job Description: This is an exciting nonclinical post for someone who enjoys ... |
Kind regards
Jacinta
Jacinta McCormack
Fermoy Community Health Worker | HSE South West
Fermoy Community Health Project | Fermoy Community Resource Centre | 42 McCurtain Street | Fermoy | Co Cork | P61 T267
085 8742320 | jacinta.mccormack@hse.ie | southwest.hse.ie | www.healthactionzone.ie
I work full days on Monday, Tuesday & Thursday; and half day on Friday
“My working day may not match yours, please do not feel you have to respond outside of your normal working hours”
Working in partnership with the Community & Voluntary Sector in Cork and Kerry since 1975
Historic Structures Fund Grant for Kinsale Museum
Cork County Council has been awarded more than €72,000 for the repair and protection of Kinsale Museum through the Historic Structures Fund.
The Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage’s National Built Heritage Service (NBHS) funding will be used to carry out repairs to internal plaster, external ironmongery, masonry walls and drainage of the iconic building. The clock on the front elevation will also be repaired to bring it back into use.
Kinsale Museum is located in the 400-year-old former market house and courthouse on Market Street in the centre of the town. Built in 1610 and serving as a courthouse from 1705, it went on to hold the inquest into the 1915 sinking of the HMS Lusitania.
The mixture of materials used in the museum’s front facade adds textural variation whilst enlivening the appearance of the building. The structure is enhanced by the retention of features such as the clock and cupola. The profile and location of the building make it vulnerable to storm damage and the proposed works will build resilience to enable it to withstand these effects.
The Cork County Council owned and operated museum is dedicated to telling the history of Kinsale and the surrounding area, covering important national and international events such as the 1601 Battle of Kinsale and the sinking of the Lusitania. The museum also explores local maritime history and the curious story of the Kinsale Giant.
Kinsale Museum is open from 10am to 5pm Tuesday to Saturday in the summer season (1st April to 31st October) and Wednesday to Saturday in the winter season (1st November to 31st March).
Cork County Council has been awarded more than €72,000 for the repair and protection of Kinsale Museum through the Historic Structures Fund.
The Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage’s National Built Heritage Service (NBHS) funding will be used to carry out repairs to internal plaster, external ironmongery, masonry walls and drainage of the iconic building. The clock on the front elevation will also be repaired to bring it back into use.
Kinsale Museum is located in the 400-year-old former market house and courthouse on Market Street in the centre of the town. Built in 1610 and serving as a courthouse from 1705, it went on to hold the inquest into the 1915 sinking of the HMS Lusitania.
The mixture of materials used in the museum’s front facade adds textural variation whilst enlivening the appearance of the building. The structure is enhanced by the retention of features such as the clock and cupola. The profile and location of the building make it vulnerable to storm damage and the proposed works will build resilience to enable it to withstand these effects.
The Cork County Council owned and operated museum is dedicated to telling the history of Kinsale and the surrounding area, covering important national and international events such as the 1601 Battle of Kinsale and the sinking of the Lusitania. The museum also explores local maritime history and the curious story of the Kinsale Giant.
Kinsale Museum is open from 10am to 5pm Tuesday to Saturday in the summer season (1st April to 31st October) and Wednesday to Saturday in the winter season (1st November to 31st March).
County Cork’s Top Innovators Selected for National Enterprise Awards
Two emerging Cork-based businesses, supported by Cork County Council’s Local Enterprise Offices (LEO), have progressed to the finals of the National Enterprise Awards. ‘Breakthrough Maths’ and ‘HappyPath Labs Ltd.’ will go on compete against 29 other businesses for a share of the €35,000 winner’s prize fund.
Representing LEO South Cork, Breakthrough Maths Limited was founded by TJ Hegarty. The company delivers online maths tutoring for primary and secondary students. Since 2020, Breakthrough Maths has grown from eight students to over 2,000 each week. The custom-built platform tracks student progress to personalise learning, ensuring every student gets the support they need. The company is planning to expand its operations to the UK and the US in the coming year.
Representing LEO Cork North & West, HappyPath Labs develops advanced software solutions that enhance customer service operations. The Clonakilty based company specialises in AI-powered analytics and scalable customer contact technology, helping businesses streamline their customer interactions and improve response times. Founded by Gavin Coakley, David Hayes, and Denis McCarthy, HappyPath Labs started as a team of three and has grown to eight employees, with plans to expand to 15 in the next two years.
Commenting on the award, TJ Hegarty of Breakthrough Maths said, “Since the beginning our goal has always been to provide high-quality, accessible maths education for students of all abilities. The support from LEO South Cork has been integral to our growth, from mentoring to funding opportunities, they have supported us to scale and expand our services. We are thrilled to represent our region at the national awards.”
Gavin Coakley of HappyPath Labs Ltd. said, "At HappyPath Labs, we're all about using smart technology to make customer service smoother and more efficient. With the support of the LEO Cork North and West we have been able to expand on our initial vision to bring in new talent and extend our reach. Winning this award is a huge moment for us. It shows how far we've come, but also how much more we can achieve. The future is full of opportunity, and we're excited to see where it takes us.”
Last year, Cork County Council’s LEO offices in South Cork and Cork North & West approved grants totalling over €2 million to assist local businesses. Further details about the supports available to start-ups and small businesses can be found at www.localenterprise.ie
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