In this weeks westmeath independent

This week’s Westmeath Independent is now on the shelves and features 96 pages of the best local news, sport, and photography coverage.

Here’s an outline of some of the stories covered this week:

* 'The road was moving under us,' - Kiltoom native recounts Nepal earthquake

* Councillors refuse to grant lease to Moate Boxing Club

* Athlone woman tells of pride at grandson's Poldark success

* Moate trio set for London film premiere after Junk Kouture success

* Joe McCaul joins Yes for Equality campaign

* Man accused of raising two-foot sword and threatening Gardai

* Interview: South Roscommon man Martin Corbett, co-owner of Michelin star restaurant Chapter One

* Special Feature on the RTE All-Ireland Drama Festival

* Photo specials: Cornamaddy NS communion, Athlone Apparel reunion, and more

* Bees are attracted to harmful pesticides, Athlone-based scientist discovers

* Rugby ace Robbie Henshaw the star attraction at AIT Sports Awards

* Sweeney returns to boost Athlone Town squad

* Senan stars as Roscommon claim Division Two title

All this and much more can be found in this week’s paper, which is available in local outlets and can also be accessed in the ePaper format (for more on this option, click on ‘ePaper’ at the top of this page).