Good morning, Cork! From lotto wins to soon-to-be-revealed Luas routes, we're covering all the big stories making waves across the city and county this week!


In today’s Cork Current:

Let’s get to it!

The preferred route for the €1bn+ Cork Luas project will be revealed on Friday, April 17th, kicking off another round of public consultation. This new plan is expected to address concerns raised about the earlier version, including a 2km extension to the west, a rerouting behind CUH in Bishopstown to ease traffic flow, and some minor adjustments in Ballinlough. The proposed 18km line aims to connect Ballincollig to Mahon Point, serving key locations like MTU, UCC, and the Docklands with 25 stops.

It’s your chance to have your say before the final design is locked in for a railway order application. Keep your eyes peeled for the new consultation website, luascork.ie. (Read More)

It’s full steam ahead for Cork Airport’s €200m capital development plan! The project is progressing smoothly, with key features like a new mezzanine floor housing state-of-the-art security screening, a larger duty-free shop, and an enhanced executive lounge expected to open by December 2026. Ministers were briefed on the extensive upgrades, which also encompass additional boarding gates, a solar farm, and improved car parking, with future plans for a new pier. This massive investment aims to boost capacity to five million passengers per year, enhancing efficiency and the overall passenger experience. (Read More)

A nationwide fuel protest is scheduled to kick off at 9:01 AM, with rolling convoys expected between 7:30 AM and 10:30 AM. Key routes like Ballincollig, Watergrasshill, Midleton, Mallow, and Macroom will be involved, many heading towards the Jack Lynch Tunnel. Motorists are warned of slow traffic, congestion, and delays across the South Link Road and surrounding areas. (Read More)

Know an animal lover in your life who’s looking for work this summer? Fota Wildlife Park are hiring seasonal summer staff! An event on April 14th is seeking enthusiastic recruits for roles in admissions, retail, and maintenance. Apply online to get an invitation. Ideal for those with customer service experience and weekend availability. (Apply Here)

Cork is officially the luckiest spot in Ireland after Easter weekend! We've welcomed not one, but two Lotto millionaires. A Daily Million player scooped €1 million on Sunday, while another Cork resident nabbed €1,005,000 from the EuroMillions raffle earlier in the week, purchased at the Marina XL filling station. The National Lottery is reminding everyone to play responsibly, but we're still cheering for our lucky neighbours! (Read More)

We regret to inform you that you’ve just fallen in love with a dog named Jackfruit. I mean… come on!

Jackfruit, 3–4-year-old rough-haired terrier, has lived with other dogs before, so he may be open to sharing his space again (pending a proper introduction, of course). He’s the kind of dog who’ll thrive with a bit of routine and care.

If you’re interested in adopting Jackfruit, please email [email protected] for an application form, or you can apply via the adoption application form on their website at the end of Jackfruit’s profile.

Brick Lane, a beloved Cork city centre bar known for its quirky vibe and great quiz nights, is closing this Wednesday after 11 years. The owners cited unsustainable running costs due to the cost of living crisis. They’ve thanked everyone involved and are hosting a final quiz night to celebrate. A sad day for Cork's nightlife! (Read More)

Nothing in this section is sponsored. They're just the things I thought you should know. I'll always let you know if something's sponsored.

Today: ☁️ 16°/10°
Wednesday: 🌤️ 16°/6°
Thursday: 🌤️ 11°/5°

🐰 Easter Egg Explorer Trail
Fota Wildlife Park
Daily until April 12th | More Info


🎬 Fay Grim: Hal Hartley’s Henry Fool Trilogy (Nc)
Triskel Arts Centre
Tuesday 7th Apr | 20:00 | More Info


🎤 Comedy Cavern: Open Mic with Thomas Lawrance
Coughlan's
Tuesday 7th Apr | 20:30 | More Info


🎥 My Father’s Shadow (12a)
Triskel Arts Centre
Tuesday 7th & Wednesday 8th Apr | 18:00 | More Info


🎲 Board Game Night For Remote and Hybrid Employees
The Old Town Whiskey Bar at Bodega
Wednesday 8th Apr | 19:00 | More Info


🎭 The Scent Of A Mock Orange
Cork Arts Theatre
Wednesday 8th & Thursday 9th Apr | 20:00 | More Info


😂 Stand-up Comedy Club: Low-key Funny
The Roundy
Wednesday 8th Apr | 20:30 | More Info


🎬 Ned Rifle: Hal Hartley’s Henry Fool Trilogy (Nc)
Triskel Arts Centre
Wednesday 8th Apr | 20:00 | More Info


🎤 Comedy Cavern: Alison Spittle: Big
Coughlan's
Wednesday 8th Apr | 18:30 & 20:00 | More Info


💃 Ceili By The Lee
Crane Lane Theatre
Wednesday 8th Apr | 19:30 | More Info


🎭 Garth Marenghi - This Busted Earth
Cork Opera House
Thursday 9th Apr | 00:00 | More Info


😂 Stand-up Comedy Club: Thursday Showcase
The Roundy
Thursday 9th Apr | 20:30 | More Info


🎬 A Way To Die: The Short Films Of Coil (Phantoscope) (Nc)
Triskel Arts Centre
Thursday 9th Apr | 18:00 | More Info


🚜 Mahon Point Farmers Market
Mahon Point Shopping Centre
Every Thursday | 10AM - 2PM | More Info


🎨 Kim Crowley: Residency & Exhibition
Triskel Arts Centre
Multiple Dates | More Info


🎨 Elinor O’Donovan: Winter Sun
Triskel Arts Centre
Multiple Dates | More Info

🎵 The Lee Sessions Trad Trail
Multiple Locations
Multiple Dates | 6:30 pm | More Info


🎸 We Are Scientists
Cyprus Avenue
Tuesday 7th Apr | 19:00 | More Info


🎧 DJ Ian Richards
Crane Lane Theatre
Tuesday 7th Apr | 23:00 | More Info


🎶 Inspiration The Poor Relation (Open Mic Night)
The Poor Relation
Tuesday 7th Apr | 20:00 | More Info


🎶 The Long Shots
Sin É
Wednesday 8th Apr | 00:00 | More Info


🎤 The Lyric's the Thing - Paul Harrington
Cork Opera House
Wednesday 8th Apr | 00:00 | More Info


🎻 Traditional Irish Music Session
The Oliver Plunkett
Wednesday 8th Apr | 18:00 | More Info


🔥 Fireside Folk
The Welcome Inn
Wednesday 8th Apr | 21:30 | More Info


🎸 Mick Grace
Dwyers Of Cork
Wednesday 8th Apr | 21:30 | More Info


🎧 DJ Jus Me (Crystal Bar)
Crane Lane Theatre
Wednesday 8th Apr | 23:00 | More Info


🎷 115 Jazz Jam Sessions
115 Café And Wine Bar
Thursday 9th Apr | 20:00 | More Info


🎶 Lynda Cullen and Fintan Lucy
Coughlan's
Thursday 9th Apr | 19:30 | More Info


🥁 The Insiders
Cantys
Thursday 9th Apr | 21:00 | More Info


🪕 Ballads & Banjos
The Welcome Inn
Thursday 9th Apr | 21:30 | More Info

That's it for today Cork, thanks for reading! Let’s chat again on Thursday!


Thanks!


- Ben