Published: Wed 29 Aug 2018, 9:10 AM

Last updated: Wed 29 Aug 2018, 10:18 AM

The front page of this week's issue.

Inside this week's Westmeath Independent

Published: Wed 29 Aug 2018, 9:10 AM

Last updated: Wed 29 Aug 2018, 10:18 AM

Here's a quick preview of what's in this week's print edition on sale now.

Local deacon tells of once-in-a-lifetime experience assisting Pope at Mass

All the pictures from the Athlone Community College and Moate Community School graduation balls

Timeline for new Coláiste Chiaráin revealed after planning approval granted

Special feature on the role of CE schemes locally

Stand 4 Truth rally in Athlone during Pope's visit

Pippa's pop-up shop opens in Athlone

Carew and Cooney on Westmeath football shortlist

Scare for St Brigid's as late point earns draw

Maryland/Tang reach minor decider

Published: Wed 29 Aug 2018, 9:10 AM

Last updated: Wed 29 Aug 2018, 10:18 AM

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National Sports

As one chapter closes, another begins for Walter Walsh following retirement

Just a couple of weeks after he announced his decision to end his playing days with Kilkenny, his wife gave birth to twins as he became a father for the first time.

National Sports

Can Max Verstappen clinch the Formula One drivers’ championship this weekend?

Verstappen’s brilliant victory in Sao Paulo last time out extended his lead to 62 points.

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