Inside this week's Westmeath Independent:

Here is a selection of some of the articles you'll find in this week's Westmeath Independent, which is on sale now:

Last-ditch bid to avoid closure of the Friary

Behan's Fruit and Veg makes 'emotional' decision to close

Historic castle up for sale in Kiltoom for just under €1m

Marist College student secures eight H1s in Leaving Certificate

Report and photos from bumper Moate Agricultural Show

Jim O'Connor Memorial Swim raises €50k for Pieta

Popular Drum priest set for return to Dublin despite local campaign

Photos from Moate Community School graduation

Two-page feature as Pride of Place judges visit Moate

Green light for major new Monksland housing plan

Photos special as Jarlath Burns attends Maryland GAA pitch opening

Westmeath club championships: Caulry, Moate, Tubberclair and Rosemount among winners

TV highlights, entertainment, local property, usual columns, puzzles and lots more