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:

* Revealed: Final cost of Athlone's new bridge

* Speed limit drops to 60km on rural local roads from Friday

* The future look of Athlone?

* 'Boxer' Moran takes up junior minister role

* Upgrade planned for overhead power lines from Athlone to Lanesboro

* Portlick area badly affected by storm with 'over 40 trees' felled

* 'It was terrifying' - Ballinasloe family on storm damage

* Probe into 'serious criminal damage' at Athlone centre

* Taoiseach meets Kiltoom locals affected by electricity outages

* Popular Left Bank Bistro marks 30 years in business in Athlone

* Carmel is collecting awards from Florence to New York!

* Relief as Curraghboy school reopens after storm closure period

AND IN SPORT:

* Race of the South looks set to return

* Improved Roscommon ladies show Clare no mercy

* Athlone GAA heritage film portrays enduring bonds

* Major funding in aid of new Boxing Club premises

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