Cork Today

On today's show, just how voluntary are schools voluntary contributions? Should dog owners be named and shamed if they do not pick up after their pooches? We hear one man's story of how he became homeless. Our weekly Garda File comes from North Cork and all your pet questions are answered by Jane Piggott from the Island Veterinary Clinic in Newmarket Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more...

Barry Aldworth from the A.A. tells us about the possible increase in fuel prices. We hear about upcoming plans to ban cigarette vending machines from pubs and hotels. Michael Nugent, the Chairman of Atheists Ireland highlights the problems parents have if they want their children to opt out of religious teaching. Rosaleen Ward from MABS has advice for listeners with financial problems. Peter Dowda...

Planning permission for the plastics factory in Skibbereen has been withdrawn. Cllr Shane O'Callaghan wants to stop clamping at Kent Railway Station. Fergal Brougham the president of the I.N.T.O. talks about problems teaching homeless children. Alcohol Action Ireland want to stop loyalty points for alcohol purchases. Maireann Kelleher joins us in Studio to highlight what is happening for Cork Cult...

Our reporter Fiona Corcoran fills us in on the latest news about the upcoming Westlife concert in Cork. We hear why the CCTV has been switched off in Midelton. Michael Collins T.D. has controversial views on asylum seekers. We have news about the Clean Coast initiative. Annaliesse Dressell answers your health questions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Minister Michael Creed has convened another beef meeting for to-day Saturday. Beef Plan welcome the talks and IFA clarify their position on 30 month specification plus other issues raised at the Backweston Meeting in August. National Ploughing Championships Preview with Dave Mulcahy  Secretary Cork East Ploughing Association and Director to the Board of NPA, the...

On Cork Today with Patricia Messinger -  Discussing the dating scene in Cork  Fears for peace in Northern Ireland due to Brexit and on going talks – Patricia speaks with Steven Travers of the Miami Showband on the future for Northern Ireland  Our Movie Review  Plus your chance to win an overnight stay at the Castle Hotel Macroom with taste trail tickets thanks to the Macroom Fo...

Duhallow Regional Report 13 September 2019 with Tim Lynch Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Skibbereen Regional Report 13 September 2019 with Sue Harrington Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Clonakilty Regional Report 13 September 2019 with Eileen Kingston Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Pet Advice 12 September Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On CorkToday with Patricia Messinger -  All sides of the Beef dispute are meeting today with the Agriculture Minister Michael Creed – We hear how the meeting went We hear from Farmers who picketed Musgraves supermarket distribution centre on the Tramore Road over beef prices  Garda appeal to Fermoy attempted robbery  Survival rates for many Irish cancer patients still lag behind oth...

Avondhu Regional Report 12 September 2019 with Paddy Ryan Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On CorkToday with Patricia Messinger The beef plan movement in Cork are taking their protests to supermarket distribution centres – we hear more tomorrow Why school secretaries are beginning industrial action this month over pay and working conditions How more minor’s are talking to strangers online despite the latest warnings We hear from a North Cork man who has over come Hodgkin’s Lymphoma and...

Bantry Regional Report 11 September 2019 with Rose Tobin Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On CorkToday with Patricia Messinger  Discussing the shortage of GP’s and how difficult it is to obtain a doctor appointment  The HSE launch an awareness campaign as Irish women come third in the world rankings when it comes to drinking alcohol during pregnancy How Teens are now taking cocaine in the present so called “cocaine boom” We hear about Cork’s own I’m a celebrity get me out of...

Millstreet Regional Report 10 September 2019 with Eily Buckley Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Buttevant Regional Report 10 September 2019 with Mary O'Donoghue Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On CorkToday with Patricia Messinger -  Further delays on the reopening of Mallow Bridge to 2 way traffic Why one family are fundraising so their dad can get a hip operation  Discussing the HPV Vaccine  Nutritional advice with Anneliese and more Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hopes are high that next Monday’s scheduled Beef discussions will produce positive results for all stakeholders, following statement by Minister Michael Creed. Farmers urged to apply for the BEAM Scheme by new deadline 15th . September.. IFA Inputs Project Leader, John Coughlan, warns that Irish and European Farmers will sustain higher prices if fertilizer anti-dumping measures...

Today's show comes from the Taste of West Cork Food Festival live from Field's of Skibbereen. We hear from the County Mayor Christopher O'Sullivan, Cllr Karen Coakley and Cllr Paul Hayes. Kieran Cotter and Aidan Bush tell us about the Centenery of the Baltimore Lifeboat and some of their hair raising rescues. Food and wine producers from the area highlight their products. We have stories from loca...

Pet Advice 5 August 2019 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On CorkToday with Patricia Messinger -  Further reaction to our discussion last week with the Road Safety Authority on obtaining a full driving license and undergoing the driving test  We hear about a proposed Greenway for North Cork  How more adventure centres are closing due to the high cost of insurance  Pet advice from our resident Vet Jane Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/pr...

Avondhu Regional Report 5 September 2019 with Paddy Ryan Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Gardening Advice With Peter Dowdall 4 Sep Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On Cork Today with Patricia Messinger - How apartment building costs in Cork are pushing out first time buyers How Bus prices from certain towns in East Cork into Cork City are more expensive than travelling from Dungarvan in Waterford Discussing suicide awareness month  Advice for those in need of debt relief from the Abhaile scheme with MABS Gardening advice with Peter Dowdall and more Host...