Town regeneration officer for Longford County Council, Lorraine O'Connor, says that should everything go to plan, we could see works begin at the end of next year.

The council are currently seeking expressions of interest to progress the renovation and redevelopment of the site.

The council are seeking tenders to progress the renovation and redevelopment of the former site as a museum and Cultural/Community Centre.

The project received close to €200,000 in funding from the Town Centre First Heritage Revival Scheme.

The Longford LGBT community are extending an open invitiation to the post-parade celebration in Pig Market Lane.

Submissions were made last year, and a decision was expected from county planners by the start of 2024.

It was confirmed this week that currently derelict headquarters building at the former home of the 4th Cavalry would be eligible for major funding under the THRIVE Scheme.

The festival aims to broaden the appeal of community-based light and lantern art making around the county and grow Longford Lights each year.