Investigators are searching a site near Killegh and have upgraded her case to murder.
Fiona Pender's family say they are hopeful there will be some evidence found during a new search for her.
Gardaí have upgraded her case to murder and investigators are now searching a site near Killiegh, in Offaly.
The Tullamore hairdresser has been missing since 23rd August 1996.
John Pender says his sister was bright and bubbly and is missed by her family and friends:
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