The event, now in its 37th year, will take place on October 10 across the city and county, seeing participants wear their favourite sports jersey, be it rugby, soccer, GAA, basketball, hockey, or a custom creation.

The cycle was first held in 2015 in memory of Triona Priestley, who passed away in 2014 from CF when she was just 15 years old.

Every €18 raised provides one hour of vital home nursing care for children with severe learning disabilities often associated with complex medical needs.

According to the organisers, the aim of the event was to be an expression of solidarity and a way to show support for the resilience of the Palestinian people. 

The epic cycle across the six counties of Munster is now in its 25th year, all in support of raising crucial funds for the Munster branches of Down Syndrome Ireland (DSI).

Joe’s Farm Crisps, a family run farm in Killeagh, is offering people the chance to visit their farm for a number of fundraising days.

The Jack and Jill Children’s Foundation is the official charity partner for Cannonball 2025.

The route over the few days will also take them to places such as Dingle, Killarney, Schull and Skibbereen.

The recording took place at Gas Networks Ireland’s headquarters at Cork city, with the funds raised going towards Headway: Brain Injury Services & Support and also My Canine Companion: Autism & Therapy Services.

Representatives from Glasgow-based Celtic FC will make the donation to Feed Cork during a visit to Cork city on July 8.

Blue, an eight-month-old Labrador Retriever is currently being fostered as he begins his journey to become a fully-qualified autism assistance dog.

The organisation’s new partnership with Rainbow Club Cork will see employees volunteer with the service, as well as the donation of 10 iPads and funding for an educational room at the charity’s facility in Mahon.

Established in 2009, Shine A Light has been described as “a beacon of hope” for those affected by mental health issues and bereavement.

Wish Week 2025, running from today to Friday, will see the charity put an even greater focus on community fundraising efforts nationwide, with supermarket and on-street bucket collections throughout the week.

Darkness Into Light events will be held in 29 venues across Cork city and county, including on Cork’s northside and southside, in the early hours of Saturday, May 10.