THE family of Stephen Gately said yesterday they were devastated by the sudden death of the Boyzone singer while on holiday on the Spanish island of Majorca.

Singer Stephen Gately was today remembered in his home city as a much-loved hero and role model who achieved superstardom against the odds.

A CONTROVERSIAL plan to amalgamate two of Cork City’s best-known schools must go ahead, despite opposition from teachers and parents, the Bishop of Cork and Ross has told the Irish Examiner.