A new weekly TV show, Cork TV, is set to connect Cork people living around the world with their home when it launches next month.<\/p>\n
The new television venture comes from the producers of Hot Country TV, Europe’s longest-running country music television programme, which has been broadcasting continuously for almost 17 years.<\/p>\n
Producer and proprietor Hugh O\u2019Brien said: \u201cThis is a fresh and exciting television programme which is about to put Cork on the map like never before.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
\u201cThe programme will showcase the stories, people, places and culture that make Cork unique – from local legends and emerging talent to stunning scenery. community spirit and so much more. Cork TV promises to be a platform for the people of Cork.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
The one-hour weekly show, will begin airing from September 7 on Sky Channel 588, Freeview Channel 279, Free-to-Air Satellite, Faith World TV, Faith World TV Free APP, Hot Country TV Free App & Player, Veusat Digital, Facebook, YouTube and www.hotcountrytv.com, reaching homes throughout Ireland, the United Kingdom and worldwide.<\/p>\n
Cork TV aims to target both local and international audiences – the programme will be produced in partnership with the London Irish Association and the Corkman Associations in Boston, New York and across the UK.<\/p>\n
Mr O\u2019Brien said: \u201cWhether you’re walking down Patrick Street, enjoying life in West Cork, or reminiscing about home from across the Atlantic, Cork TV will be your front-row seat to everything Cork has to offer-from culture and cuisine to sport, business, music and community life.”<\/p>\n
Producer Hugh O’Brien said: \u201cBy partnering with organisations in London, Boston and New York, we will connect Cork people everywhere with their home, heritage and heart.<\/p>\n
\u201cCork TV will celebrate what makes Cork special while bringing local stories to an international audience.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
The Cork TV team is inviting individuals, community groups clubs, businesses and organisations from across Cork to get involved.<\/p>\n
The production team plans to visit towns and villages throughout Cork in search of interesting stories, inspiring people, local events and unique features.<\/p>\n
Mr O\u2019Brien said: \u201cIf you have a story to tell, an event to promote, a local character who deserves recognition, or an idea for programme content, we would love to hear from you.<\/p>\n
\u201cWe are interested in highlighting community heritage, tourism attractions, sporting art and cultural events, business innovation and she people who make Cork such a special place to live.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n