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:
* Tragedy left 'unbearable void' locally
* Boxer aims to deliver as Junior Minister
* Meet Athlone's newest councillor John Gibbons
* South Roscommon in mourning after passing of Denise Collins
* 'Cramped, crowded, unsafe' living conditions at Athlone centre
* Re-establishment of Athlone Town Council mooted
* Fresh planning bid for controversial Westmeath wind farm
* Petition calls for "professional evaluation" of Moate road work
* Defence Forces' first female platoon reunite in Athlone for 44th Anniversary
* Funshinagh pipeline 'could be in place by late March'
* Local businesswoman reflects on award-laden 2024
* ‘Tell Tale Townie’ garners over €9,000 for the children of Gaza
AND IN SPORT:
*National Football League preview: Westmeath and Roscommon prepare for Division 2 campaigns
* Leinster final joy for Moate CS girls
* Monksland salvage draw with Ballinahown
*TUS Midlands claim another win in Sigerson Cup