In this week's Westmeath Independent

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

*Council could acquire Athlone properties after fire

*Talks on local hospice future break down

*Gardaí break up gathering for Mass in Athlone

*Lidl planning new store on Athlone's Dublin Road

*Lebanon mission an emotional but proud moment for Athlone soldier

*Athlone revamp plan will create 'longer traffic queues' study concludes

*Drive-through coffee shop plan hits stumbling block

*Call for roving cameras to catch graffiti culprits

*Athlone Town continue winning run with victory over Wexford

*Gary Connaughton reflects on his career with Westmeath and Athlone Town

*Rachel Blackmore shows her class in Kilbeggan's two-day meeting

*TV highlights, cooking, farming, puzzles and lots more in eight-page pull-out