The former St Kevin’s Asylum, and over 14 acres of zoned land, has finally been placed on the market for sale by the HSE, with a €2.95 million price guide via agents Lisney, who say it has clear residential development potential.

A last word on Con Houlihan?

The scene is one which would have embarrassed and delighted Con Houlihan in equal measure as the funeral Mass for the legendary and much-loved journalist saw a gathering of his admirers and devotees in the guise of former newspaper colleagues and readers.

One of the country's finest sports writers Con Houlihan was remembered today as a gentleman who painted pictures with words.

A Kilkenny priest falsely accused of child abuse has returned to his parish after taking leave of absence while the matter was resolved.