In this week's Westmeath Independent
Our readers have plenty to look forward to in this week's edition of the Westmeath Independent, which will be on the shelves in all newsagents around the region first thing tomorrow morning (Wednesday).
Here are just some of the stories we have been working on over the past week:
In the aftermath of one of the most dramatic general elections in recent times, and with Government negotiations still on-going, we examine the fallout from the election result and what it means for Athlone and the greater Westmeath area.
We also assess the chances of Roscommon's Denis Naughten being elected to the position of Ceann Comhairle.
With Seanad elections looming, we ascertain which local politicans are likely to throw their hat in the ring.
Coosan native Bernard Guinan has travelled an adventurous route in almost 50 countries in his time as an archaeologist. We spoke to him this week for our Independent People slot.
The wonderfully creative students from local secondary schools whose Junk Kouture entries have reached the Western Regional Finals of the prestigious competition are featured in this week's edition.
Michael Murphy from Barrymore celebrates his 100th birthday this coming weekend and he tells the wonderful story of his long life to Deirdre Verney.
IN PICTURES:
We have a full round-up of pictures from the Gala Concert in St. James' Church in Kilbeggan in aid of the Church Renovation Fund.
We feature plenty of pictures from the Confirmation Ceremony in Ballymore Church for children from Ballymore, Tang and Ardnagrath National Schools.
Confirmation also took place in Tubberclair Church and we have pictures of local children who celebrated the big occasion with their families and Bishop of Meath, Thomas Deenihan.
Lough Ree Yacht Club are celebrating their 250th Anniversary and we have all the pictures from the Symposium which was held to mark this important milestone.
We also have a full round-up of pictures which capture the thrills of last week's Grand Prix in the AIT.
IN SPORT
We have a full report on the AIT Grand Prix.
Athlone Town begin their First Division campaign this Friday night with an away clash against Galway. We preview this important first outing for the home side and interview Head Coach, Adrian Carberry.
We also preview the Westmeath footballers clash on Sunday next with Kieran McGeeney’s Armagh side in round 4 of the Allianz Football League.