JJ Hurley     Civil Rights Activist Bernadette McAliskey emphasised the importance of education during a recent visit to Kinsale at the invitation of the Kinsale Peace Project. Caption Carrigdhoun correspondent JJ Hurley seen here with Bernadette McCaliskey at the Kinsale Peace Project, Speaking exclusively to the Carrigdhoun  before addressing a large audience at the Friary, Kinsale, the Tyrone native highlighted education as one of the most important levellers in society. “

(JJ Hurley) On Friday night in Gortnaglough, Ballinhassig face Fermoy in a top-of-the-table clash. With only three points separating the teams in the Senior Second Division, Fermoy come into the game with two games in hand. A victory for the home side would be significant in the race to take the title and continue their push for promotion. The game kicks off at 8pm. Also on the same night, Crosshaven face Douglas Hall in the Junior Fourth Division as the Seasiders chase pro

Imelda Lynch has been named as the December  recipient of The Cork International Hotel Community Spirit Award, presented in association with The Carrigdhoun Newspaper . The award recognises individuals who make an exceptional and lasting contribution to their communities, Imelda has dedicated her time to teaching members of the community to swim and appreciate the benefits the sea has on our physical bodies and our mental health.  Tracton’s Imelda Lynch is set to once again h

Carrigaline Musical Society has been named the November recipient of The Cork International Hotel Community Spirit Award, presented in association with The Carrigdhoun Newspaper . The award celebrates organisations that enrich community life, and since its foundation, Carrigaline Musical Society has played a vibrant and uplifting role in the cultural fabric of the town. The society was established in 2016, when local resident Jacinta McBride identified a need for something ne

The Robert’s Cove Vintage Festival has been named as the October recipient of The Cork International Hotel Community Spirit Award, presented in association with The Carrigdhoun Newspaper . For nearly twenty years, Robert’s Cove Vintage Festival  has been a social highlight of the Tracton community, with taking care of community at the centre of the festival's mission, and since its creation, the festival   has supported a number of local and national charities. The Roberts Co