Latest DMpr Press Releases May 2012
Sean Murray Fashions Dives in to Sponsorship with Steve Redmond
Sean Murray Fashions, Skibbereen has announced sponsorship of Steve Redmond ahead of the final swim of his Oceans 7 Challenge in Japan this summer. Sean who is also Steves official dresser took to the water recently to fit Steve for a suit which he will wear for his Late Late Show appearance this Friday night where he will be interviewed from the audience by Ryan Tubridy.
Top Cork Hotel Seeks New Tenant for Perfect Restaurant Location
The Clarion Hotel, Cork is seeking a new tenant for the 280 sq m ground floor restaurant space which was home to one of the citys top eateries until its closure in February. The 140 seat restaurant provides the perfect opportunity for an aspiring restaurateur to take up residence in a location which has become synonymous with style and comfort in the citys bustling business area of Lapps Quay.
TOP NETWORKERS LAUDED AT BNI EVENT
Irelands top business networkers were celebrated recently at a special awards ceremony hosted by BNI Ireland South and West in Fitzgeralds Woodlands House Hotel, Adare. The awards were the culmination of more than six months of strong competition among thirty-eight BNI Chapters spanning 19 counties.
Networking Group Reach New Heights with Double Celebrations
New Heights BNI Chapter, Cork had cause to celebrate this week after they generated more than E1million in new business in just three years. The group also celebrated the longstanding membership of two of their members who received their prestigious gold member BNI pins for their outstanding contribution and dedication to the Chapter.
Businesses Come Together to Build Brighter Future for Skibbereen
The launch of the Skibbereen and District Chamber of Commerce will take place on Wednesday 28th March at 7.45pm in The West Cork Hotel. The new Chamber of Commerce will connect business people from Skibbereen and surrounding areas to build a brighter future for the region.
Gamers to Cash in on New Website
A brand new website which will save avid gamer thousands of euro has been launched. Buyandsellyourgames.com is a website dedicated exclusively to gamers which allows them to buy and sell console games online for better value.
Castletownbere Students Spinning After Enterprise Programme Success
Transition Year students from Colaiste Phobail Bheara, Castletownbere, claimed first prize in the West Cork Schools Enterprise Programme held on Friday last, March 2nd in The West Cork Hotel, Skibbereen. The team, under the guidance of teacher Niamh ODriscoll have come up with a novel solution to the age old problem of odd socks with their product Sock Savers which clips socks together to avoid them parting ways in the washing machine or dryer. They will now go on to represent The West Cork Enterprise Board at the national Student Enterprise Finals in Croke Park on April 18th.
WATERFORD BNI CHAPTER CELEBRATE IMPORTANT MILESTONE
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Waterfords longest running BNI Chapter recently celebrated the success two of its members, Eoghan Cooney and Denis Hegarty, who were awarded their gold member BNI pins from Andy Hart, Executive Director of BNI Ireland South and West.
BNI Ireland Launch International Networking Week with E100 Million Celebration
BNI Ireland are celebrating the generation of E100 million worth of business among its members in just three years. The organisation also unveiled new statistics on the networking habits of Irish business people to mark the launch of International Networking Week which run from 6-10th February.
CORK SOUTH BNI CHAPTER CELEBRATE LONGSTANDING MEMBERS
Cork South BNI (Business Networking International) Chapter are this week celebrating the success of six of its members who were recently awarded gold member BNI pins for their longstanding contribution to the business group. The Cork South Chapter which meet every Friday morning at 6.45am in Carrigaline Court Hotel to help each other grow and promote their businesses.
Express Communications Celebrates Launch of New Innovative Marketing Products
Express Communications is celebrating the launch of two new products which are to be rolled out in the New Year as well as their biggest campaign to date. Expresso are now offering clients advertising on deli sandwich packaging as well as on table ads in cafes and selected pubs and clubs.
Irelands Largest Hair and Beauty Supplier Launches New Shop in Cork City
The Salon Shop, one of Irelands leading distributors of salon products has launched their newest 1500sq ft shop in Kinsale Road Business Park, Cork, with an investment of more than E200,00 and the creation of five new jobs.
TEEN LAUNCHES FIRST ART WORKBOOK FOR KIDS
Sixteen year old Kate McCarthy from Caheragh, Skibbereen who recently launched her first art workbook for children entitled Fun Art for Kids is celebrating a deal with the Musgrave Group who are now stocking her book in SuperValu stores throughout West Cork. The Fun Art for Kids workbook, provides children with interactive art exercises with mini tutorials on the colour wheel, 3-D pictures, collage and much more.
Skibbereen Eats Cake for Budget Day
The town of Skibbereen in West Cork is taking the advice of Marie Antoinette this Budget Day with a unique Let them Eat Cake event. The feel good day is an attempt to banish all thoughts of the gloomy budget with a host of free special talks taking place in the Town Hall from 3pm. Local cafe and restaurant owners will also take to the streets to hand out free cakes to shoppers while more than 20 businesses will offer 10% discounts on all purchases between 3pm and 6pm. Many bars will also have live music to ensure a long night of revelry!
CORK BUSINESS OWNERS REACH E2.5MILLION LANDMARK
A number of savvy Cork business people are outsmarting the recession by managing to generate more than E2.5million worth of business in just one year. The Leeside Chapter of BNI (Business Network International) Cork this week celebrated surpassing the E2.5million mark by promoting each other through word of mouth and referrals.
48% of Irish People Wish it was Christmas Everyday!
It may be a little early for Christmas decorations, but a survey of more than 600 people has shown that 48% of Irish people find it acceptable to plan and talk about Christmas throughout the year! The survey which was carried out by Hanleys of Cork and Jam Cafe to mark the launch of their 3,000 square foot Christmas shop gives an insight in to how Irish people perceive Christmas and what they love and loathe most about the festive season.
LAPLAND COMES TO SKIBBEREEN FOR ELF RECRUITMENT DRIVE
Lapland has moved to Skibbereen, West Cork this year with an influx of elves applying for work at Winter Wonderland in the town. Over 200 elves applied for seasonal work at what is being pitched as the ultimate Christmas experience for children and adults alike.
Women of Ireland Take a Weight off their Chest by Donating Old Bras!
Sean Murrays Fashions, Skibbereen held Irelands first bra tug of war on Main St. in the West Cork town on Saturday to round out a full month of fundraising for Action Breast Cancer. The store asked the women of Ireland to donate their old bras to them at the beginning of October in a bid to raise support and money in aid of the Irish Cancer Society.
Clarion Hotels Weigh in on Healthy Eating
The Clarion Hotels Asian Cuisine Restaurant, Kudos, has launched its brand new calorie count menu for health conscious diners. The signature Clarion Group restaurant which operates in Cork, Dublin, Limerick and Sligo is among the first in Ireland to fully display calories for all dishes, including sandwiches.
Flash Dining Launches Upcoming Cork Food Forum on Monday 7th November
Minister for Agriculture, Food and Marine, Simon Coveney will join some of Irelands top food industry experts on Monday 7th November in the Rochestown Park Hotel for a special Networking and Knowledge evening to mark the final Cork Food Forum event of 2011.
Irelands Only Bra Tug of War to Take Place in Skibbereen, Saturday 29th October
Sean Murrays Main St. Skibbereen will hold a special fashion show in aid of The Irish Cancer Society on Wednesday 26th October at 8pm to raise money for Breast Cancer Awareness.
HALLOWEEN STORE A TREAT FOR CORK
Hanleys of Cork is gearing up for a haunting Halloween with the official opening of this years Halloween shop with a ghostly tales for children on Friday 21st October from 4-7pm.
Grinding Gears, Blood Sweat and Tears for Skibbereen South Coast Adventure Race
Skibbereen is gearing up to welcome more than 300 adventure seekers on Saturday October 22nd for Munsters biggest adventure trail, the Southcoast Adventure Race.
Glenilen Farm; An Irish Success Story, to Address Marketing Institute
The Marketing Institute Ireland, Cork will welcome Avril Twomey, Sales & Marketing Manager to address members and guests at their upcoming Marketing at Night Event in the Clarion Hotel on Tuesday the 18th of October at 6pm. The event is also proudly sponsored by food specialists Bullseye Marketing.
West Cork Students Receive Lessons on Entrepreneurship
A special Student Enterprise Conference for 4th and 5th year second level pupils from schools throughout West Cork was hosted today by The West Cork Enterprise Board in the Celtic Ross Hotel, Rosscarbery. The conference entitled Leaders on Our Level was held for senior students undertaking the West Cork Schools Enterprise Programme 2011/2012 which sees them set up and run their own mini enterprises. More than 300 students attended the conference where new and established entrepreneurs spoke to them about their experiences of setting up their own successful businesses.
Bid to Put Skibbereen on the Map as Irelands Friendliest Town
Skibbereen Business Association will this Saturday host the inaugural Friendly Business Awards in The West Cork Hotel at 8pm. A number of local businesses will be awarded for their hard work and dedication to service and general appearance of their premises. One employee will also be crowned Skibbereens Friendliest on the night from the shortlist of ten who were announced on last weeks Southern Star.
Chiropractor Encourages Children to Straighten Up!
Dr. Benjamin Martin of Optimal Chiropractic, Ballincollig has launched his Straighten Up campaign to promote better posture and spinal health among Irish children and adults. He launched the campaign with national school children from Kilmeen N.S, Clonakilty by showing them a 3 minute programme of everyday exercises which are suitable for all ages.
Plato Ireland to Connect Communities and Businesses
Plato, Irelands premier business support network for owner managers will host a special Connect Event in the Maryborough House Hotel & Spa, Cork this Thursday, 6th of October. The event will run from 9.00 to 4.30 with the theme of the conference being Community - how businesses can assist one another in these most uncertain and challenging times. The conference is open to both Plato and non Plato members.
Hollywood Glitz Arrives in Bantry Tomorrow Night
The family of legendary actor John Wayne, will travel to West Cork this weekend to receive an Excellence Award by the Maureen O Hara Foundation. John Waynes daughter Aissa Wayne, will attend a special black tie event on Saturday October 1st at the Maritime Hotel, Bantry where guests will have a once in a life time opportunity to have photographs taken with screen legend Maureen O Hara and the Wayne family.
Skibbereen to Wage Tug of War on Breast Cancer this October
Sean Murray Fashions, Skibbereen are asking the women of Ireland to give them their old bras to help raise something other than the obvious next month. The store which launched the campaign today with Miss Cork Brianna Dougher and Cork Rose Kathryn Brennan will aim to cover the town in old brassieres throughout October to raise money in aid of the Irish Cancer Society for Breast Cancer Awareness Month. A tug of war will also be held on Main St. in the town with all the bras collected at the end of the month to symbolise Irish women's ongoing battle against breast cancer.
Cork Business Group Makes a Million!
The University Chapter of BNI (Business Networking International) Cork this week celebrated the rare achievement of overcoming the recession by generating E1million worth of business in just one year.
Search for Skibbereen's Friendliest Employee Begins
Skibbereen Business Association are in search of Skibbereen's friendliest employee as part of the upcoming Friendly Business Awards this Autumn.
West Cork's Great Chowder Taste Off
The Great West Cork Chowder Taste Off will take place in Glebe Gardens, Baltimore from 3.30pm to 6.30pm on Saturday 17th September.
West Cork Heats Up For Food Festival
Summer may be almost over but Skibbereen is gearing up for its premier festival, A Taste of West Cork. The festival will run from 9 to 18 September.
CALL FOR WEST CORK SECOND LEVEL SCHOOLS TO SIGN UP FOR ENTERPRISE PROGRAMME
The West Cork Enterprise Board are calling on second level teachers and pupils to register their interest in The West Cork Schools Enterprise Programme for 2011/2012. The schools Enterprise Programme is an initiative that gives second level students the opportunity to set up and run their own business with the support of their teachers and the Enterprise Board.
IRELANDS FIRST HUB FOR CLUBS LAUNCHES
A brand new business venture and website which will become a community hub for clubs all over Ireland has been officially launched. OnlineClubMembers.com is a website dedicated exclusively to the promotion of sports and recreational clubs with more than 10,000 clubs in its listings. Irish rally driver and two time winner (2009 and 2010) of the British Rally Championship, Keith Cronin helped launch the service.
Tenth Childrens Festival Kicks off in Skibbereen
The 10th Skibbereen Childrens Festival will take place from Monday 18th to Sunday 24th July. The festival is one of Corks flagship Festivals for Children and Families and celebrates a programme full of wonder and delight with something for all ages and interests.
Bull Brings History Back to Dingle's Newest Restaurant
Dingles newest and most historical restaurant The Bulls Head has opened its doors on the towns main dining hotspot of John Street. The Bulls Head will see owner Gearoid Casey introduce a new dining experience to customers with a keenly priced, casual dining style restaurant.
DMpr Achieves International Recognition for Europe's Largest Classic Film Festival
DMpr recently looked after the PR for the inaugural Maureen O Hara Classic Film Festival which ran from 17-26th July. The festival celebrated the work of O Hara as well as other Hollywood greats with more than 25 classic movies being screened in Glengarriff.
Success for Inaugural Maureen O Hara Classic Film Festival
The Maureen O Hara Classic Film Festival was brought to a close on Sunday evening much to the disappointment of many who enjoyed the ten days worth of classic movie screenings and encounters with their beloved Maureen O Hara. This years festival proved to be a huge success with large crowds gathering from all over Ireland as well as fans from Norway, Italy, Sweden, Denmark, the U.K and the U.S.
MINISTER FOR ARTS JIMMY DEENIHAN PRESENTS SE MERRY DOYLE DOCUMENTARY DREAMING THE QUIET MAN
The Maureen O Hara Classic Film Festival welcomed Jimmy Deenihan TD, Minister for Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht to Glengarriff on Friday night for a special screening of the Se Merry Doyle documentary on the making of The Quiet Man entitled Dreaming the Quiet Man.
Glengarriff Rolls Out The Red Carpet for Hollywood Stars for The Maureen O Hara Classic Film Festival
The Maureen O'Hara Classic Film Festival will be officially opened on Friday night in The Eccles Hotel, Glengarriff by Maureen O' Hara and George Hook. The special Opening Night reception and dinner will kick off 10 days of festivities with an exclusive Closing afternoon Award Show marking the Grand Finale on June 26th.
Junior Chamber Ireland Award Irelands Top Young People
Irelands top young people were lauded this weekend for their outstanding achievements in a number of areas including personal achievement, contribution to children, political and governmental affairs, academic leadership, scientific development, environmental leadership and medical innovation.
Are Debs Night Dates Destined for Marriage?
As exam time approaches, thousands of students are looking towards their impending debs and grad balls to get them through the long month of June. However, many may be left disappointed according to a recent online survey of over 500 people. The study, which was carried out by Sean Murray menswear and suit hire in Skibbereen, Co. Cork found that 62% of those questioned were left disappointed by their debs night, saying that it was not all it was cracked up to be. However, almost all candidates said they would do it all again given the chance!
Hollywood Icon Launches the Inaugural Maureen O Hara Classic Film Festival
Hosted by the Maureen O Hara Foundation, Hollywood icon, Maureen O Hara officially launched the Inaugural Maureen O Hara Classic Film Festival today, June 7th in The Glengarriff Eccles Hotel. It was announced that a special Opening Night reception and dinner on June 17th will kick off 10 days of festivities with an exclusive Closing afternoon Award Show marking the Grand Finale on June 26th.
Stars Line up to Check in to Clarion Hotel Ahead of Live at the Marquee
The Clarion Hotel, Cork are preparing for Live at the Marquee this summer with special rates for some of the most highly awaited concerts in Ireland this year. Live at the Marquee kicks off on June 11th with The Frames and concludes with Westlife on July 9th.
BARRYS OF DOUGLAS TO BRING BACK SUMMER WITH SUNSHINE AND UMBRELLAS
A fundraising summer cocktail night will take place at Barrys of Douglas on Friday 20th May at 8pm to raise funds for Marymount Hospice Cork.
Fashion Formula Scoops Major National Enterprise Award
Transition Year students from Mount Saint Michael Secondary School, Rosscarbery claimed second place in the National Student Enterprise Awards held last Thursday,April 14th in Croke Park. The team produced an events manager DVD with a step by step guide on setting up and running a fashion show.
Expresso Ads Finds the Perfect Blend with Dragon Partners
Expresso Ads is the latest company to catch the Dragons eye after Managing Director Diarmaid Twomey from Cork secured the backing of Norah Casey and Bobby Kerr in the final episode of this years Dragons Den which aired on RTE last night.
SEARCH FOR OUTSTANDING YOUNG IRISH PEOPLE LAUNCHED
The Irish branch of Junior Chamber International (JCI) have announced details of this years Ten Outstanding Young Persons of the World (TOYP) awards which will aim to recognise and award the outstanding achievements of Irelands youth.
Single Girl Embarks on 40 Dates in 40 Days
Single girl Avril Mulcahy is about to embark on the first ever Lenten expedition of 40 dates in 40 days to gain as much information as possible about the Irish dating scene and perhaps find Mr. Right.
Students have Right Formula for Successful Business
Transition Year students from Mount Saint Michael Secondary School, Rosscarbery have scooped the top award in the West Cork Schools Enterprise Programme Finals which were held on Tuesday in The West Cork Hotel Skibbereen. The school, under the guidance of teacher John McMahon set up a unique enterprise which will aid clubs and charities all over Ireland. They will now go on to represent The West Cork Enterprise Board at the national Student Enterprise Finals in Dublin this April.
Clarion Hotel Cork Gears Up for Great Flipping Fun for Pancake Tuesday
The fast of 40 days and 40 nights might be around the corner but before that The Clarion Hotel Cork will celebrate Pancake Tuesday while raising funds for Chernobyl Children International (CCI) on March 8th.
Cork Food Entrepreneurs Hold Key to Future Success of Irelands Food Industry
The Cork County & City Enterprise Boards held their third Cork Food Forum event in Inchydoney Lodge and Spa Clonakilty on Wednesday last with more than 200 in attendance including: top food producers, food entrepreneurs, distributors, buyers and foodservice providers. Those in attendance were from Cork county and city and also from further afield representing Limerick and Dublin.
Masked Marketing at Institute's 40th Anniversary Ball
The Marketing Institute South Region has announced details of their annual Marketing Ball to be held on March 26th in the Siversprings Hotel. This years Masked Ball which is now in its 40th year has become an important annual calendar event in Cork which raises thousands for worthy local charities. The Marketing Ball orginally started as a Ladies Night, to thank them for entertaining business people coming to Cork to do business with their husbands.The gift on the night was a special thank you to the women, which has now evolved into the couples gift at the Ball.
Cork Food Forum to Promote Sustainable Future for Ireland's Food Industry
The Cork County & City Enterprise Boards will hold their third Cork Food Forum in Inchydoney Lodge and Spa, Clonakilty on Wednesday 16th February from 6-9pm. A panel of distinguished speakers will address guests to discuss a range of food topics that will benefit SME food companies during these challenging times.
Optimal Chiropractic Offers Gift of Health to Support Irish Heart Foundation
Ballincollig Chiropractor, Dr. Benjamin Martin of Optimal Chiropractic has launched an important campaign in the run up to Valentines Day to promote better health with the aid of Chiropractic care to raise money for the Irish Heart Foundation.
Irelands Top Marketer to Address Marketing Institute Members and Guests
The Marketing Institute Ireland, Cork will start 2011 The Flahavans Way by welcoming Sales and Marketing Director of one of Irelands best loved brands Flahavans to address members and guests at their upcoming Marketing at Night Event in The Hayfield Manor Hotel on Thursday 27th January at 6pm. The event is also proudly sponsored by The Hayfield Manor Hotel.
Ireland's Seafood Business Future Bolstered by Graduates of Inaugural Seafood Development Programme
Nine seafood entrepreneurs today became the first graduates of the inaugural Bord Iascaigh Mhara (BIM)/West Cork Enterprise Board (WCEB) Seafood Business Development Programme. The course which ran over the last ten months provided participants with the knowledge and expertise to progress their seafood businesses and develop new and innovative products for the Irish and broader European markets which add value to their existing businesses.
O CRUALAOI BUTCHERS & DELICATESSEN OPEN NEW STATE OF THE ART SHOP IN CARRIGALINE
Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Innovation, Batt O Keeffe officially opened the brand new 5,000 sq foot O Crualaoi shop in Carrigaline on Saturday 13th November. The state of the art shop will provide locals with an exciting and new shopping experience which O Crualaoi have excelled at in their five other stores in Cork.
Enterprising Students Receive Lessons on Entrepreneurship
A special Student Enterprise Conference for 4th and 5th year second level pupils from schools throughout West Cork was hosted today by The West Cork Enterprise Board. The conference entitled Leaders on Our Level was the first such conference held for senior students undertaking the West Cork Schools Enterprise Programme 2010/2011 which sees them set up and run their own mini enterprises. More than 200 students attended the conference where young and upcoming entrepreneurs spoke to them about their experiences of setting up their own successful businesses.
ESTABLISHMENT OF FIRST CLONAKILTY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE ANNOUNCED
Monday 18th October saw business people from Clonakilty and surrounding areas attend a pre-launch meeting of the new Clonakilty Chamber of Commerce in An Sugan in the town.
CLARION HOTEL CORK, SWINGS IN TO ACTION FOR JAZZ FESTIVAL
The Clarion Hotel, Cork are in preparations to welcome the UKs number one swing band, the Jive Aces, to headline their artist line up for this years Jazz Festival on Saturday 23rd October. The Jive Aces will also be supported by The Slammers Maximum Jive Band on the night.
FASTNET LINE LAUNCHES BUSINESS EXPANSION SCHEME
Fastnet Line Operators Limited launched their Business Expansion Scheme (BES) today, Monday 11th October in The Port of Cork. Some of Munsters most influential business people were present for the presentation which was delivered by Fastnet Line Chairman Conor Buckley. The scheme is expected to be popular among higher rate tax payers seeking to shelter their tax liability in 2010 and has been prepared by Roberts Nathan Corporate and Private, advisors to Fastnet Line.
KERRY COUPLE SCOOP TOP WEDDING PRIZE
The West Cork Hotel, Skibbereen, held its exclusive wedding showcase on Saturday 9th October where one lucky couple won the prize of a E10,000 wedding at the hotel. Five couples were shortlisted from hundreds who entered the competition. Four runners up each received a prize to the value of E2,500 each.
West Cork Hotel to Host Exclusive Wedding Showcase
The West Cork Hotel, Skibbereen, will host an exclusive wedding showcase this Saturday, 9th October from 2-6pm. The event is open to couples who are looking for the perfect location to host their wedding and for the best package deals in the region.
Homecoming for the MV Julia One Year On
Saturday 25th September marked the one year anniversary of the arrival of the MV Julia to Cork. The Peoples Ship which it became affectionately known arrived in to Cork harbour in 2009 to great fanfare and celebration following months of fund raising and negotiations to resurrect the Cork Swansea route.
TOP HOTEL SEARCHES FOR IRELANDS FUNNIEST COUPLE
The West Cork Hotel, Skibbereen, is offering the prize of a lifetime to one fun loving couple who plan to tie the knot before the end of 2011. The competition, which can be entered through the hotels Facebook page has already attracted hundreds of entries and is being run as a celebration of one hundred of weddings in the hotel.
DOWNTURN TAKES ITS TOLL ON WEDDING COUPLES
Relax and dont stress is the message being given to brides who are about to get married from a survey carried out by The West Cork Hotel, Skibbereen to celebrate 100 years of hosting weddings and to launch their E20,000 wedding giveaway this Autumn.
Ireland's First and Only Dating Book Dedicated to Irish Singles Launched Today
Irelands speciality dating service Its Just Lunch has released Irelands very own book, The Its Just Lunch Guide to Dating, Meet Your Match. This is Irelands first guideline book to dating and has also been edited, printed and published in Ireland.
CALL FOR SECOND LEVEL SCHOOLS TO SIGN UP FOR ENTERPRISE PROGRAMME
The West Cork Enterprise Board are calling on second level teachers and pupils to register their interest in The West Cork Schools Enterprise Programme for 2010/2011. The schools Enterprise Programme is an initiative that gives second level students the opportunity to set up and run their own business with the support of their teachers and the Enterprise Board.
Wedding Couples Flock to West Cork Hotel for Unbeatable Value
Following the success of the recent wedding consultation weekend, the West Cork Hotel have extended their special value deals to couples who book thier wedding with the hotel for 2011.
Special Wedding Consultation Weekend 14th and 15th August
The West Cork Hotel will hold a special wedding consultation weekend on Saturday 14th and Sunday 15th August with three of the most experienced and reputable professionals in the wedding market.
CLARION HOTEL, CORK WELCOMES NEW GENERAL MANAGER
Darragh Brady has been appointed General Manager of the Clarion Hotel, Cork. Brady moves from his post as General Manager of the Clarion Hotel Limerick where he has been since December 2008.
60% OF STUDENTS DO NOT KNOW WHAT THEY SHOULD BE EATING AT EXAM TIME
60% of exam students are not aware of the effects their diet has on their brains at exam time. The survey, compiled by the Riverside Cafe and Restaurant, Skibbereen shows that many students overlook their diet in the run up to exams.
TOWN TO TAKE STEP BACK IN TIME WITH WORLD RENOWNED AC VINTAGE CAR VISIT
The streets of Skibbereen are set to be taken over by more than 40 classic cars when The West Cork Hotel hosts a visit from the AC Owners Club from June 12th to 15th. The group of more than 55 men and women from the world renowned AC owners club will arrive in Cork via the Swansea Cork Ferry on Thursday for a tour around the Cork coastline.
Here Come the Girls! Celebrate Sex And The City 2 In Style and Raise Money for COPE
Sex and the City fever is coming to The West Cork Hotel on Friday 11th June when they will host a fashionably late Sex and the City Drinks Reception and special screening of the much loved Sex and the City 2 movie in Bantry Omniplex.
A RADIANT UNION - CORKS CLARION HOTEL TEAMS UP WITH CLARINS
Essence Spa at The Clarion Hotel, Cork has teamed up with Clarins to offer the only full service Clarins Spa in Cork. Clarins heritage lies in professional salon treatments, with over 50 years experience in skin care for the face and body for males and females.
WEST CORK HOTEL, SKIBBEREEN, APPOINTS SALES MANAGER
The West Cork Hotel, Skibbereen, are pleased to announce the appointment of Karen Buchanan to the role of Sales Manger.
LOCAL FINANCIAL ADVISORS OFFER STRAIGHT TALK FOR A BETTER FISCAL FUTURE
Local company At Once Finance and Mortgages Ltd. is offering free financial assessment for the month of May to those who may be in the process of evaluating their financial needs and entitlements. Those interested can avail of one hour of no pressure financial advice to put them on the right track for the years ahead.
"BALLYHOURA DRAGONS" PARTICIPANTS ANNOUNCED
Ballyhoura Development Ltd. has announced the three successful entrepreneurs who have been chosen for the Ballyhoura Dragons project which was launched earlier this year to coincide with the 21st anniversary of Ballyhoura Development Ltd. The three successful start up companies were chosen from hundreds of applicants who wanted to set up a sustainable business in the Ballyhoura region.
THE FUREYS AND DAVEY ARTHUR TO PERFORM IN WEST CORK HOTEL
Nationally renowned Irish artists, The Fureys and Davey Arthur are to perform in Skibbereens West Cork Hotel on Sunday May 2nd as part of the hotels May Bank Holiday celebrations. The concert will mark the beginning of the summer season in West Cork and is the first of a number of events happening in the hotel in the coming months
IMAGE IS EVERYTHING FOR BALLYHOURA BUSINESS WOMEN
Ballyhoura Development Ltd. will hold a special womens networking event in Charleville Park Hotel on Wednesday 7th April from 7-9pm. The theme of the event will be Image is Everything and will focus on what entrepreneurs should be doing to improve the public image of their business. Guest speakers will include Rita Ahern of Rita Ahern Training and Siobhan Duggan of DMdesign.
CLARION HOTEL CORK TURN ENERGY SAVINGS TO GOLD
Corks Clarion Hotel has been awarded a Green Hospitality Gold Award for best practice in all areas of Environmental Management Systems. The hotel is now recognised as one of the leading environmentally friendly businesses in the country.
QUISHS SUPERVALU BALLINCOLLIG DELIGHTED WITH NEW FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP PARTNERSHIP
Quishs Supervalu, Ballincolligs leading fresh food retailer and one of the countrys most awarded supermarkets are celebrating the announcement of the new sponsorship deal of the GAA Football Championship. The deal is being backed by over 230 retail partners around the country.
KINSALE DISTRIBUTION COMPANY ANNOUNCE E500,000 DEAL WITH TRAIDCRAFT
Kinsale Distribution Company (KDC), Irelands leading distributor of fair trade products has signed a deal with the UKs leading fair trade organisation Traidcraft to distribute a further 70 fair-trade products to retailers in Ireland. The deal is worth more than E500,000 and comes in time for Fair Trade Fortnight 2010 which runs from 22nd February - 7th March.
CORK BUSINESS OF THE YEAR CELEBRATES 5TH BIRTHDAY
Hi-5 For Clarion Celebrations! The Clarion Hotel Cork is this week celebrating its 5th Birthday as the main tenant in Corks City Quarter with special offers in time for Valentines Day.
CELEBRITY SOPRANO LESLEY GARRETT TO PERFORM IN CORK CITY HALL
International Soprano and celebrity, Lesley Garrett CBE, is to perform at Cork City Hall on Thursday, 18th March, it was announced today.
QUISH'S SUPERVALU BALLINCOLLIG KICK OFF 2010 WITH EXCELLENCE AWARD
Quishs SuperValu, Ballincolligs leading fresh food retailer, is again celebrating another success after being awarded the Excellence Through People Accreditation. Excellence Through People is Irelands National Accreditation for Human Recourse management and provides a recognised framework for Companies to enhance performance through the management and development of their employees.
STATE-OF-THE-ART EXTENSION OFFICIALLY OPENED IN KILMEEN BY MINISTER FOR EDUCATION AND SCIENCE BATT O KEEFFE TD
Minister for Education and Science, Batt O Keeffe TD attended Kilmeen National School on Monday 25th January to officially open a state of the art extension which was completed late last year.
BALLYHOURA DEVELOPMENT LTD. LAUNCH NATIONAL ENTREPRENEUR PROGRAMME TO BOOST LOCAL ECONOMY
Ballyhoura Development Ltd. has announced a new initiative to aid prospective entrepreneurs from all over Ireland to set up successful and sustainable enterprises in the Ballyhoura Region and gain seed capital from investors. The Ballyhoura Dragons programme also marks the 21st anniversary of Ballyhoura Development Ltd.
CLARION HOTEL CORK SCOOP TOP HOSPITALITY AWARDS
One of the most prestigious awards in the hospitality industry has been awarded to Charlie Sheil of the Clarion Hotel Cork. Charlie was awarded Hospitality Manager of the Year 2009 while Maeve Kelleher was awarded Human Resources Hospitality Manager of the year at the Irish Hospitality Institute Founders Banquet and Hospitality Awards held at the Four Seasons Hotel.
QUISHS SUPERVALU BALLINCOLLIG AMONG TOP WINE STORES IN IRELAND
As Christmas fast approaches, Quishs Supervalu Ballincollig are turning their thoughts to providing shoppers with their top tips and deals on the perfect wines to serve with this years festive spread.
69% OF CORK PEOPLE TO CELEBRATE NEW YEARS EVE IN STYLE
As people set about deciding how to spend this New Years Eve, Corks Clarion Hotel have uncovered how Cork people hope to see in 2010. Figures show that many who opted to stay in last year are vowing to hit the town this year in the hopes of shaking off a disappointing 2009. This is according to a survey of more than 500 people in Cork city and county.
Double Celebrations for Quish's SuperValu, Ballincollig
The Management and staff of Quishs SuperValu, Ballincolligs leading fresh food retailer are celebrating on the double with after being awarded the Repak Best Practice Award for Independent Retailers 2009 and being a finalist in the Retail category for the National Quality and Excellence Awards. Quishs SuperValu is the only supermarket in Ireland to be honoured with the prestigious Repak award this year.
West Cork Hotel Revs Up for 2009 Fastnet Rally
The West Cork Hotel, main sponsor of the 2009 Fastnet Rally is bracing itself for an influx of rally drivers, sports enthusiasts and commentators, ahead of the the hugely popular car rally.
The Changing Face of the West Cork Hotel
The West Cork Hotel is preparing to celebrate its centenary year in 2010 after undergoing a E2 million facelift. The hotel is forging ahead with refurbishments and improvements to ensure another one hundred years of success.
Paddy Cole To Head Top Jazz Line Up At Cork's Clarion Hotel
Legendary Irish jazz musician Paddy Cole is to head the bill in the Clarion Hotels top-class line up for the 2009 Guinness Cork Jazz Festival which runs from the 22-25 October
Cork-Swansea Ferry Route to be Launched in Spring 2010
West Cork Tourism Co-Operative Society Limited, is pleased to announce the purchase of cruiseferry, the Julia, for a consideration of E7.8 million. The Julia, which will operate under the Fastnet Line brand will arrive in Cork in the coming weeks to proclaim the dawn of a new era for the South West region.
€4 Million State of the Art Facility Opened in Macroom
The newly refurbished and extended CareChoice Macroom Nursing Home was officially opened on Friday September 25th by Brian Crowley MEP. The facility provides integrated care services for elderly and convalescent patients. The facility provides integrated care services for elderly and convalescent patients. The facility provides integrated care services for elderly and convalescent patients.
Master of Melody Brian Kennedy to Perform in Skibbereen
BRIAN KENNEDY is set to perform an intimate concert in Skibbereens beautiful Abbeystrewry Church on Friday September 18th. The concert is one of the many highlights for A Taste of West Cork food festival which runs from September 14th to the 20th.
Clarion Hotel, Cork Appoints New Conference and Events Manager
The Clarion Hotel, Cork is pleased to announce the appointment of Niall O Shaughnessy to the role of Conference and Events Manager. Niall joined the Clarion Hotel, Cork team in March 2008 as HR Assistant having previously worked as Conference and Banqueting Manager in the Oriel Hotel, Ballincollig and as Duty Manager with Ruby Jones Bar and Restaurant in Douglas.
Clarion Hotel, Cork, Achieves Top European Excellence Award
The Management and staff at The Clarion Hotel, Cork are celebrating the achievement of the Optimus/EFQM Business Excellence Award 2009. The Clarion is the only hotel in Ireland to be honoured with this prestigious award so far this year.
Skibbereen Gearing Up for Munster's Largest Food Festival
Summer may be almost over but Skibbereen is gearing up for its premier festival, A Taste of West Cork. The festival will be launched on Tuesday 11th August in Skibbereen Heritage Centre and will run from 15th – 20th September.
Recession Bringing Back Old Days of Grandmothers Recipes
To celebrate the launch of A Taste of West Corks Grandmothers Recipe Competition in conjunction with Darina Allen of Ballymaloe, a survey of more than 500 people has been compiled to give an insight to Irish traditional cooking practices of our grandmothers.