CARRIGALINE INTERNATIONAL MARITIME AND FOLK FESTIVAL From Friday 26th to Sunday 28th June. So, what can we expect? Shanties - the work songs that set the timing for every manual job on board the square-rigged sailing vessels of the 1800’s and during all weathers. Shanty’s have a global reach, from all the ports in world, from all nationalities and are great to sing along with. You need to get involved once they start! Forebitters, were sea songs, not work songs, the songs the

Kinsale GAA has been approved for €8 million in government funding under the Immigrant Investor Programme (IIP) to assist in the development of the club’s new facilities. The funding package will support major capital works, including pitches, a clubhouse, ball wall, car parking, changing rooms and associated facilities. Welcoming the announcement, Cork South West Deputy Christopher O’Sullivan described the approval as “incredible news” for the community and acknowledged the

Writes Leo McMahon Vandalism and anti-social behaviour in Carrigaline Community Park was strongly condemned at the recent meeting of the county council’s Carrigaline Municipal District (MD). The issue was highlighted by Cllr Una McCarthy (FG) who said it was devastating to see the aftermath of what happened on Friday night, May 15th. Two seats were forcibly moved leaving metal fixtures sticking up from the ground, a shopping trolley was discarded and litter was strewn in the

The Crosshaven Traditional Sail is set to return from Friday, June 12th to Sunday, June 14th, promising a weekend filled with maritime tradition and coastal charm. Since its inception in 1995, the event has become a beloved highlight of Crosshaven’s social calendar. The second weekend in June will see a host of events, including a captivating parade of sail, a display of traditional boats, and a much-anticipated firework display. The first Traditional Sail was spearheaded by