Inside this week's Westmeath Independent

Here's a look at some of the stories you'll find in this week's Westmeath Independent, which is out now:

* Athlone region mourns the loss of late Mary O'Rourke and Cllr. John Naughten

* Family was "at the heart" of Mary O'Rourke's life

* Taoiseach leads tributes to late John Naughten

* Tented accomodation for up to 1,000 planned in Athlone

* Athlone's new greenway bridge shortlisted for best in world award

* Moate group 'overwhelmed' at making Junk Kouture world final

* Ballinahown man honoured for lifesaving efforts

* New full-size basketball court among Sports Centre upgrades

* Athlone St Anthony's Friary closes doors for final time

* Pictures: Mary O'Rourke, A life of public service

* Local man wins John McGahern award for emerging Irish fiction

AND IN SPORT:

* Athlone Town savour historic first Women's Premier Division title

* Higgins guides Goldsmiths to first adult football title

* Pearses cruise into county final in dire affair

* All Stars training sessions a success story for Athlone GAA