Inside this week's Westmeath Independent

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

* Hundreds of homes left powerless after Storm Eowyn

* Decision on asylum seeker site delayed over Government change

* Murder accused 'engaging well' with psychiatrists

* Go-ahead for development in centre of Glasson village

* Boxer helps to deliver provisions by boat to marooned family

* Local school 'facing week-long closure' due to power outage

* Hodson Bay: "This was the worst storm our hotel has experienced"

* Councils focus on isolated and vulnerable in wake of storm

* Wineport Lodge seeks permission for floating pod development

* Lough Ree RNLI seeking new life boat operations manager

* Ireland the inspiration for Mount Temple jeweller

AND IN SPORT:

* Moate All White's U20 feature

* Gavin delivers talk on new rules to Westmeath referees

* Roscommon sink Down in thrilling opener

* Louth men edge out spirited Westmeath in exciting battle

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