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:
* Man (31) charged with murder of Athlone woman
* Local man hopes to become first in Europe to receive robotic arm prosthetic
* PHOTOS: Panto time in the Dean Crowe Theatre
* Lough Fushinagh flood relief decision due in March
* O'Rourke to remain in local politics despite Seanad setback
* Council refuses permission for 24-metre Glasson mast project
* Traffic situation "a free for all" claim frustrated citizens
* Athlone falls three places in final litter survey of 2024
* Series of candidates from Midlands for Seanad selection
* Floodlights and athletics track for local GAA club
* Local singer releases heartfelt tribute song to Kilbeggan
AND IN SPORT:
* Coyle to captain Westmeath as U14 panel is selected
* Big turnout as 'FunRun' boosts both Buccaneers and St Hildas
* Westmeath hit with another big blow as Heslin retires
* McDaid and Wixted among the Athlone recruits for new season