Kieran O'Mahony
Reporter
Culture vulture Kieran O'Mahony has years of experience in the Cork film and cultural sector and came to journalism after completing the Higher Diploma with TCH. He has a degree in History and Psychology from UCC and hails from Newcestown.
Trailer bash: Own your own pub, on wheels!
The smallest pub in Ireland is for sale and it comes in a fully furnished trailer.
Joy for Adi as necklace is found
Adi Roche was re-united with her missing necklace after Cork Independent reader Ned Fox found it after reading about her plea in last week's paper.
Cobh's Mary on a winning streak
Mary McCall from Cobh was celebrating on Saturday night after winning €46,000 on the game show 'Winning Streak'.
Bus Eireann to launch late night services for Christmas
Bus Éireann will be operating late night services in Cork in the run up to Christmas.
Never too late to return to education
There are plenty of options and courses to explore if you are planning to return to education this year.
Timmy Matley
It's been a hectic two months of touring for Cork native, Timmy Matley, a member of The Overtones
2012 in review: July
During this month Cork City Council pass a motion is support of gay marriage, a pregnant single mother faces homelessness and sales of adult toys in Cork are on the increase.
Enjoy Edinburgh's delights
Edinburgh is the perfect city to visit and while on a stag trip to the city Kieran O'Mahony still found time to explore the city's delights.
Year long wait for Bandon
It could be at least another year before works on the Bandon Main Drainage Scheme will recommence.
SHARE launch their fast & fundraising campaign
The SHARE fast and fundraising campaign was launched in Daunt Square last Friday.
No stopping Cork's young rappers
Cork's favourite young rappers have officially released 'The Santa Anthem' on iTunes and made a video as well.
Protesters march on Coveney's office
Campaigners against the wide scale development of salmon farms protested outside Simon Coveney's constituency office last weekend.
City centre escapes flooding
The city centre mostly escaped flooding this morning despite surface water remaining in some areas
Brighton is buzzing
Weekend city breaks to Britain are a handy option that won't break the bank and with plenty of flights and destinations operating between Cork and mainland Britain there's no excuse not to consider exploring some great cities besides London. Kieran O' Mahony takes in the sights of buzzing Brighton and finds it to be far more than just a seaside destination
Gael-Taca celebrates 25th anniversary
President Michael D. Higgins paid a visit to the offices of Gael-Taca last week as they celebrated their 25th year anniversary.
The Christmas panic starts now
It's a case of grinning and bearing it for Cork men when it comes to Christmas shopping.
Chocolate shoe set to thrill customers
The Chocolate Shop in The English Market has a wonderful selection of chocolate delights for Christmas.
Free parking at East Cork train stations
For the fourth year in a row East Cork commuters will welcome the news that there will be free park at Midleton and Cobh railway stations for the month of December.
Sinead wins classical music scholarship
Sinead O'Halloran was the winner of the 2012 Fr Frank Maher Music Awards and won the top prize of a €2,000 scholarship fund to further her music career.
Do you think Cork could be a potential host city for Euro 2020?
Do you think Cork could be a potential host city for Euro 2020?
A cut too far: Wave of protests against cut to carers
The people of Cork took to the streets last Saturday to protest against Budget 2013.
12 on 12.12.12
Faizan Gul was one of only a few Cork children who celebrated their 12th birthday on 12.12.2012
Swim for charity this Christmas Day
The annual Christmas Day swim at Inchydoney has been going for 31 years and raises much needed funds for charity.
Ann Cashell
Anne Cashell, originally from Cork has recently self published her children's book entitled, 'Monzo's Tale: Choosing and Vetting.'
Saville Menswear celebrate 35 years in business
Saville Menswear was founded in 1977 by husband and wife team, Jim and Pam O' Regan and is celebrating 35 years in business.
X Factor finalists, MK1 to play all-ages gig in City Hal
A series of daytime events aimed at teenagers will take place in Cork City Hall and will be supported by Cork City Council.
Blackpool is your perfect shopping destination
Blackpool has a wide variety of shops and retail outlets along with ample car parking space for all your shopping needs.
An essential stop on your shopping trail
This Christmas Merchants Quay Shopping Centre has unveiled an all new Santa's Grotto.
Pray for rain after pint hike
Murphy's 'When It Rains It Pours' app might net you a free pint over Christmas
Adi appeals for lost necklace
Adi Roche, CEO of Chernobyl Children International is appealing to anyone who may have found a necklace given to her by the charity's volunteers
That's a rap for Farranree schoolkids
A Christmas rap recorded by 4th class pupils from Scoil Íosagáin in Farranree has been making all the headlines this week.
West Cork retailers gear up for Christmas
A new retail training programme funded and managed by the West Cork Enterprise Board has benefitted 25 retailers in Bandon and Clonakilty.
Cork 'Revolutionary Decade' Roadshow hits Clonakilty
A 'Revolutionary Decade' roadshow takes place at the Clonakilty GAA complex this Saturday 1 December.
Shannen Keane
Seattle born Shannen Keane has been making waves in Ballinspittle with her American style cafe.
A Very Special Christmas at Fota House
Sick children from various Cork City Hospitals will get to experience a special Christmas experience at Fota House.
Sparkle this Christmas with Alfa S&A Silver Jewellery
Alfa S&A Silver Jewellery has some tempting jewellery delights for gifts for Christmas.
Carrigaline gets festive
The 14th annual Carrigaline Christmas fair will take place in the local GAA hall this weekend
Christmas in Blarney
Christmas celebrations in Blarney begin this Saturday 1 December with an indoor Christmas market at the Castle Hotel.
Take a trip to Santa's Christmas village in Killarney
Santa Claus will again return to Killarney this Saturday 1 December for the magical Santa's Village.
Fill those Christmas stockings with delights
There are plenty of options to fill those Christmas stockings ahead of the festive season.
Community spirit alive and well in Hollyhill
The vibrant Northside community of Hollyhill is a great place to get some of your Christmas shopping sorted
Clonakilty gets behind heart recipient Karen
It's been an emotional year for Clonakilty woman, Karen McDermott who underwent a heart transplant in August.
