In this week's Westmeath Independent

Here's a selection of what you'll find inside today's Westmeath Independent print edition:

Duo carried out violent burglaries of vulnerable pensioners

Tributes paid to local woman who died after lake incident

Plan to expand Lissywollen direct provision centre is confirmed

No support for Boxer's call to turn off Athlone traffic lights

Frankie Keena elected as Mayor for fourth occasion

New book by ex-Athlone friar receives Pope's seal of approval

Keogh elected chair of Roscommon's Athlone Municipal District

Principal of Dean Kelly NS steps down after 12 years

Sadness at death of former Athlone lecturer and Friary volunteer

New group exhibition to open at Athlone's Luan Gallery

Athlone Town players selected for Ireland Women's U19 squad

Athlone Town legends gather to remember 'Pooch'

Westmeath back to winning ways as Clare put to the sword

Lady Luck deserts Roscommon as Armagh advance to last four

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