One of the founders of Cork's LGBT Pride Festival to be remembered this evening
Hundreds are expected to attend a tribute night in honour of Dave Roche
Dave Roche - who has been described as one of the country's most courageous gay rights campaigners - passed away earlier this year.
Le Vie en Rose will take place this evening at St. Peters on North Main Street at 6.30pm.
Speaking to RedFM News Pride Committee Member Clive Davis says Dave Roche helped to make Cork a better place for the LGBT community.
The festival closes with the Cork Pride Parade on August 6th at 2pm.
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