In this week's Westmeath Independent

Here's a quick look at some of the stories inside this week's Westmeath Independent:

Ukrainians to be housed in former Bower convent

Rosemount's Rachel 'overwhelmed' after being crowned Rose of Tralee

Shock as another local nursing home announces closure

Council Cathaoirleach seeks meeting on ‘chronic shortage’ of Gardai in Athlone

Bealnamulla's Conor hails ‘incredible’ results of surgery in Barcelona

Jadotville memorial to be unveiled as part of Assumption Road celebrations

Farmer’s dies tragically in accident near Moate

Reaction to Troy's resignation as junior minister

Huge crowds attend first post-Covid Moate Show

Coláiste Chiaráin and Our Lady's Bower graduation photos

Jack Cooney talks about surprise departure as Westmeath seek new manager

Caulry advance to Westmeath SFC knockout stages while Garrycastle and Athlone miss out

Connacht sink Sale Sharks as Athlone hosts rugby friendly

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