Festival organisers are urging the public to come out and support the events and join them as the parade travels through Carrick on Shannon.

The chair of Longford Pride, Caroline Lewis, says it's vital that the positive and inclusive messages of Pride are seen in local communities.

The double murderer had targeted men through a popular LGBTQ+ dating app.

The group, formed in 2020, will hold a range of LGBTQ+ events across the county, all open to the general public.

The incidents came in the aftermath of a protest of Carrick on Shannon Library over LGBTQ+ material available on site.

Gardaí were called to the scene and ordered those involved to leave the premises, which they did after a period of non cooperation.

The aim is to offer a safe, confidential, and supportive place for the teenagers to explore their identity.

The first-ever Pride event in Leitrim is underway in the county.