In this week's Westmeath Independent

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

*Athlone girl (5) with rare medical condition forced to go abroad for treatment

*Progress made in efforts to resolve South Westmeath Hospice impasse

*Sinn Féin leader Mary Lou McDonald labels current government 'chaotic' during Athlone visit

*Local councillors want more information on major Athlone housing development

*Parking charges at Dún na Sí to fund maintenance work

*John Croughan to retire after over 40 years in local business

*Environmental group launches legal challenge against Bord na Móna peat extraction

*Songwriter with Athlone roots to release album inspired by infamous gang leader

*Garrycastle and Athlone set to do battle in Westmeath SFC

*Athlone Town prepare to resume league action after long break

*Dramatic Clann na nGael comeback secures draw with St Brigid's

*Willow Park U-17 team clinches league title

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