Workers will save 'moderate' amounts of cash due to income tax changes in Budget 2027
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Workers will save 'moderate' amounts of cash due to income tax changes in Budget 2027
• Public Expenditure Minister Jack Chambers said changes to income tax bands will be 'modest'
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 | Irish Examiner — Munster · yesterday Cork gardaí welcome new e-scooter rules as €100 fines introduced for safety breaches• Riders face €100 penalties for safety breaches, while seizure and storage charges will rise and an under-18 ban is planned |
 | Cork Beo · yesterday Security for Donald Trump visit to use 'very significant resources' says Taoiseach• The United States President will also attend the Irish Open golf tournament |
 | The Echo (Cork) — Cork Sport · yesterday Castleview and Douglas Hall share the spoils in a tough U17 league game at O'Sullivan Park• Castleview 1Douglas Hall 1Castleview and Douglas Hall had to settle for a share of the spoils after they drew 1-1 in a very competitive Daly. |
 | The Echo (Cork) — Cork Sport · yesterday Cillian O'Callaghan hat-trick helps Dungourney past Castlemartyr into PIHC quarter-final• Next up is a clash with Aghabullogue after bouncing back impressively from their opening round loss to Cloyne |
 | The Echo (Cork) — Top News · yesterday New railway station will transform Cork city's northside, says Taoiseach• The new Kilbarry station, part of the Cork Area Commuter Rail programme, will be serviced initially by up to 10 trains daily. |
The Echo (Cork) — Cork Sport · yesterday Ballincollig seal PIHC semi-final spot after great battle with Aghabullogue• The Village had to dig deep in Ballyanley, having trailed by six points coming up to half-time |
 | Douglas Village Shopping Centre RSS feed · Business and events · yesterday Robot Realm Takes Over Douglas Village 🤖• Douglas Village was transformed into a futuristic world of robots on Saturday, 5 September, as families came along to enjoy our fantastic Robot Realm experience! |
 | TheCork.ie · Local news · yesterday Cork Greens welcome proposed 30km/h zones across Cork• The Green Party in Cork have welcomed the publication of proposed 30km/h zones across the city. |
 | Irish Examiner — Munster · Local news · yesterday Man due in court after drugs and 3D-printed firearm seized in East Cork• Gardaí seized cocaine, cannabis and a 3D-printed firearm during a search of a residential property in Ballymacoda |
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Cork City Road Traffic (Special Speed Limits) Bye-Laws 2026
Open consultations, submissions and civic participation records for Cork City.
Source: Cork City Council consultations
Routes:Cork City Council · Cork City Council consultations · Cork City planning search
Robot Realm Takes Over Douglas Village 🤖
Douglas Village was transformed into a futuristic world of robots on Saturday, 5 September, as families came along to enjoy our fantastic Robot Realm experience! The event brought plenty of
Source: Douglas Village Shopping Centre RSS feed
Routes:Douglas Court Shopping Centre · Douglas Court Shopping Centre JSON feed · Douglas Court Shopping Centre RSS feed
How’s Your Father? – Starring Conal Gallen at the Palace Theatre Fermoy
How’s Your Father? – Starring Conal Gallen at the Palace Theatre Fermoy Date: 19th September 2026 Saturday Time: 8pm (Doors open at 7.30pm) Tickets: €28 + Booking Fee Ticket Link: https://www.gr8events.ie/tickets/index.php?event=2802 Tickets available right now here at the Box Office. How’s Your Father? – Starring Conal Gallen “How’s Your Father?” is a non-stop, laugh a minute riot of craic, confusion and constant laughter! It’s the hilarious brand new comedy play from the cream of Irish comedy! Father and son team, Conal and Rory Gallen have written probably their funniest comedy play to date! A B&B! A Landlady! A Priest! A Jockey! A Mystery! Bridie Murphy opens Bridie’s Boutique B&B, much to her husband Willie’s bewilderment! “This is a B&B which has to be seen to be believed!! – Tripadvisor” With their young, confused neighbour, Dick, having some family problems, Bridie steps in to help! There’s only one thing for it! Bring in the Priest! Which only serves to make things even more confusing!! Its a side-splitting tale of love, deceit, mystery, bad food and a bit of “How’s Your Father” thrown in for good measure! Age Recommendation 16+ Check out Conal Gallen on Facebook, Instagram and website.
Source: Fermoy Community Youth Centre JSON feed
Routes:Fermoy Community Youth Centre · Fermoy Community Youth Centre JSON feed · Fermoy Community Youth Centre RSS feed
Trad Duo and Irish Dancers
Experience the energy of a lively Irish trad duo, bringing authentic Irish music and atmosphere to the Blue Haven Kinsale. With Irish dancers joining in, it's an interactive experience that gets...
Source: Pure Cork events
Routes:Kinsale Library - Cork County Council · Kinsale town site · Kinsale town site JSON feed
TRANSPORT & TRAVEL
Town-level business, community and visitor signal for Mallow; use as discovery, then verify records at source.
Source: Mallow town site
Routes:Kanturk-Mallow Municipal District - Cork County Council · Mallow town site · Mallow town site RSS feed
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Tides
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What's on: next 14 days
A quick-view of 63 priority public listings from 63 tracked events over the next 14 days. Tap any item for the source and full details.
8 SepMove Your Chapter Forward: Parliamentary Skills That Empower Every Member
8 Sep at 21:00 · Rearden's BarReardens Freshers Hump Day - Tuesday 8th, Freshers Week!
8 Sep · Voodoo RoomsVoodoo Freshers Week Tuesday UV Party
8 Sep · Triskel Arts CentreArtists Film International 2026
8 Sep · The PavillionBeau Presents: Dylan Flynn, Alex Nolan B2b Emmon Islam
8 Sep · West Cork CollectiveCellular
8–9 Sep · Centre Park RoadCircus Vegas
8 Sep at 08:30 · Coughlan'sComedy Cavern: Snatch Improv
8 Sep · St. Peters CorkCork Voices Of The Irish Revolution
8 Sep at 23:00 · Crane Lane TheatreDJ Ian Richards
8 Sep · Studio 12 | Backwater Artists GroupExhibition — Room Innate By Danny Foley
8 Sep · Cork Public MuseumExhibition: Life, Death, Legacy: Ireland's Connected Bronze Age
8 Sep · Cyprus AvenueFreshers 2026: Danny P & Caleb Laurenson
8 Sep · Cork Opera HouseFreya Ridings
8 Sep · The Lavit GalleryLorraine Parker | Unfamiliar Landscape
8 Sep · El FenixLouis Butler & Gavin Smith
8 Sep · The Lavit GalleryNew Irish Art
8 Sep · St. Peters CorkPlayspaces
8 Sep · Fred ZeppelinsReusab-alt Pop Up Shop
8 Sep · Triskel Arts CentreSarah Long: Residency & Exhibition
8 Sep · Blackwater Valley Makers GalleryStill Standing
8 Sep · The Hideout Café And Art GalleryThe Enchanted Whisper Of The Emerald Isle
8–9 Sep · Triskel Arts CentreThe Last Viking (15a)
8–9 Sep · Sin ÉThe Lee Sessions Trad Trail
8 Sep · The Blue HavenTrad Duo and Irish Dancers
8–9 Sep · Old OakTraditional Irish Music & Dancing
8 Sep · Cork CityUpdown Circus Festival
9 Sep at 22:00 · Le Cabaret, CorkFRESH OFF THE BOAT
9 Sep at 19:30 · Crane Lane TheatreCeili By The Lee
9 Sep · Curraheen ShowgroundCircus Extreme
9 Sep · Fred ZeppelinsCork Song House Open Mic
9 Sep · Crane Lane TheatreDJ Jus Me (Crystal Bar)
9 Sep · The Welcome InnFireside Folk
9 Sep · Cork Arts TheatreMary’s Hopes and Dreams
9 Sep · The Blue HavenMike O' Riordan
9 Sep · Intermission BarPanic At The Disco
9 Sep · The PavillionSOS Eire: Jake Fitz, Cork Freshers
9 Sep · The GablesThe Lee Sessions - Traditional Irish Music Session
9 Sep · Sin ÉThe Long Shots
10 Sep · The PavPAV FRESHERS THURSDAY - 10/09 - INSTINCT X ELEVATE X CCOUTPOST X Q.C.
10 Sep at 20:00 · Rearden's BarReardens Freshers Closing Party - Thursday 10th, Freshers Week!
11 Sep · 77 Grand ParadeCointreau Spicy Margarita Launch Night
11 Sep · Cyprus AvenueNIRVANA tribute
11 Sep · Cork Comedy Club - City LimitsPaul Crowley " That's Paul Folks " Corks Biggest and Original Comedy Club
12 Sep · The PavAJA - A Tribute to Steely Dan - Live at The Pavillion Cork
12 Sep · Bru ColumbanusMedical Qigong
12 Sep · savoyØXN
12 Sep · Arts at Civic Trust HouseRooted Values Workshop - Your compass to deeper sense of self
12 Sep · Maureen'ssmachoface - 1st birthday (featuring M'ADAM, hegrá and guests)
13 Sep · Clancy's CorkCork Speed Dating Ages 45-55 LADIES SOLD OUT! MEN'S PLACES ONLY!
15 Sep · Costigan's PubCostigan’s Cut with Planteray Rum
16 Sep · Ritual - Holistic VenueDeep Healing Somatic Breathwork Session - Private Group
18 Sep · Live At St. Luke'sThe 2FM Rising X Culture Night Live From St Luke's, Cork
18 Sep · Concert Hall, City Hall, CorkThe Devil's in the Dance Hall - Culture Night Late Cork City
18 Sep · Kuma Bikes CorkThe Hysterical Histories VQ (victorian quarter) - walking tour
18 Sep · Cyprus AvenueTwoFaced
19 Sep · Cork PrintmakersEtching Weekend Course
19 Sep · The PavilionIron Maiden and Thin Lizzy. Two legendary live albums. One night LIVE
19 Sep at 19:30How’s Your Father? – Starring Conal Gallen at the Palace Theatre Fermoy
20 Sep · Cork City HallA Night at the Opera by Candlelight - 20th September, Cork
20 Sep · Kino Events HouseATASTEOFTHEWORLD CORK POP UP <33
20 Sep · Scoil Cholmcille- Blarney StreetOne Day Voice Workshop for Actors
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