The Lord Mayor of Cork, Cllr Kieran McCarthy this week announced the shortlisted organisations for Cork City’s Lord Mayor’s Community and Voluntary Awards 2024. This year sees the 21st anniversary of these awards, co-sponsored by The Echo/Echolive.ie, media partners since it’s inception. Speaking at the announcement the Lord Mayor praised the work of all organisations,…
In the pursuit of sustainable practices and energy efficiency, many businesses are turning their gaze towards the transformative power of solar panels. As the Director of Growth at Swyft Energy, Ireland’s leading Commercial Solar PV company, David Meaney shares valuable insights and tips for businesses contemplating the adoption of solar energy. Understand the Financial Benefits…
Spike Island has launched its new sailing schedule in time for Easter with the return of daily sailings to the historic former prison island. Visitors of all ages now have the chance to visit the iconic fortress in the heart of Cork Harbour every day from 12pm. The 104-acre island provides a perfect…
Last Sunday, 24th March, marked the celebration of the leading businesses in the hair and beauty industries in Ireland. Over 500 guests attended the Passoã Hair and Beauty Awards 2024, organised by Hi Style. Taking place at the Radisson Blu Hotel, in Little Island, Cork, the ceremony was presented by Amanda Brunker and Deric Hartigan.…
Bank of Ireland is warning about an increasing number of false articles appearing online designed to defraud consumers through fake financial products, investments or cryptocurrency schemes. The articles appear like news articles from genuine media outlets, but are false advertisements that fraudsters are paying for online. The advertisements feature fabricated news stories with claims about…
The multi award winning Padel Tennis Ireland campus at Fota Junction in Carrigtwohill has announced a new Sports Partnership Programme for 300 businesses and which will benefit 300 of Cork’s voluntary, social, civic, charitable and not for profit organisations. Padel Tennis Ireland has also announced the appointment of No.1 Media Group as its partner in…
Cashless tipping solutions provider URocked have announced the launch of their suite of products in Ireland and have been hailed as an All-in-One solution to new legislation surrounding tipping of employees in service industries. The launch of the products also marks the opening of the company’s Irish offices as one of the founders, Cork/Blackrock native Sam Kohli, seeks…
Local Enterprise Office, Cork City and The Crann Centre jointly hosted an event to raise awareness of the possible opportunities in self-employment for people with disabilities. The event to highlight the supports available for any person with a disability who wishes to start their own business was held at the Crann Centre as part of…
A total of 2.3 million passengers passed through Ireland’s two busiest airports – Cork Airport and Dublin Airport – in February, according to operator daa. The month saw 193,000 passengers travel through Cork Airport, a 23% increase versus February 2023 while 2.1 million passengers travelled through Dublin Airport’s two terminals, an increase of 5%…
PepsiCo is celebrating 50 years in Cork and Ireland through its ’50for50’ campaign. Employees will support a number of Cork charities and organisations by committing to undertake at least 50 good deeds during the year to spread positivity, build closer connections and support the needs of the local community. One of the organisations that PepsiCo…