Roscommon priest to celebrate 'on the double' on Friday night

A special function is taking place in Co Roscommon this week to celebrate a local priest's two significant milestones.

Monsignor Kevin Flanagan is celebrating the 65th anniversary of his ordination to the priesthood - as well as his 90th birthday.

They will be marked with Mass and entertainment in Kilglass Gaels GAA Centre at 7.30pm on Friday.

Local senator Eugene Murphy has been paying tribute to Fr Flanagan, who is now based in New Jersey.