In this week's Westmeath Independent

Here's a quick look at what's inside this week's Westmeath Independent:

*Signs of hope as many local businesses reopen

*Two Athlone schools issue statements after allegations of racism

*No prosecution likely from oil spill in Athlone last year

*New book on how Athlone's Marion Carroll was healed in Knock

*'Positive Pegs' to end on a high with St Hilda's fundraiser

*New Athlone Mayor sets out his stall

*Mount Temple native celebrates her 95th birthday with Athlone neighbours

*Glasson girl organises community art exhibition

*Athlone Musical Society receives five award nominations for 'Joseph'

*Local man accused of assault with golf club

*TV highlights, puzzles, expert columns and much more in 16-page pull-out

*Willow Park youngsters link up with professional soccer star on Zoom

*Westmeath GAA steps up plans to resume club fixtures in July