Specialising in traditional and contemporary craft, O’Connell Gallery, recently opened on Ashe St. in Clonakilty, presents an evolving collection of ceramics, glass, textiles, woodwork and metalwork from emerging and established Irish artists and craftspeople. Owner Stephen O’Connell is a Cork city native who has worked in a variety of arts […]
A restoration project on the banks of the Arigideen River is breathing new life into what has been identified as the best preserved mill in Cork County – the only one out of 500 in the county still in working order – and one of Ireland’s top five, recognised internationally […]
With the purchase of a piece of land ten years ago, Aga Mitka’s life changed irrevocably. Setting foot on the eight-acre site, give or take, in the hills of Inchigeelagh at the edge of a Gaeltacht, the Polish born Cork city-dwelling biologist, now 47, tells Mary O’Brien how she felt […]
In a celebration of dedication, perseverance, and community spirit, the Warrior Martial Arts Taekwondo clubs in Clonakilty and Rosscarbery are gearing up to proudly commemorate their 25th anniversary. Founded by local Taekwondo instructor Dan O’Mahony, these clubs have grown from humble beginnings to become the cornerstone of martial arts training […]
Winning not one but two races in the Red John Memorial Festival in Lyre during August, Reenascreena man Jamie Hurley chats to Matthew Hurley as he moves up the ladder of West Cork harness racing. The largest grass racing meeting in Ireland and the UK, the Red John is a […]
Recent weeks have offered me more connection with our local palliative care services. Oftentimes, those I support as an end of life doula wonder about the concept – what it means for themselves and their families. With‘Palliative Care Week’ happening this month and I too having many questions, a palliative […]