The father of the late Donal Walsh, the Kerry teenager who inspired the country with his plea against suicide, has called on the Government to legislate for mental health awareness in schools and sporting clubs.

It’s more than a year since Donal Walsh died, but his message still resonates, says Donal Hickey.

A district court judge yesterday requested gardaí to monitor alcohol prices at the first ever open air bar for the Rose of Tralee to ensure the public “is not fleeced”.

Rugby legend Ronan O’Gara will be honoured with a glittering testimonial dinner at Cork City Hall on Oct 24.