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