In this weeks westmeath independent

This week’s edition of the Westmeath Independent is currently on the shelves and is packed with 96 pages of top local news, photos, features and sports coverage.

Our stories include:

* Starbucks lined up for Athlone move 

* Claims of organised dog thefts locally

* Athlone man to be sentenced over fatal crash

* Henshaw's the hero against England: We talk to his proud Mum Audrey

* Schools' fear as stolen car drove on wrong side of road

* Hairspray gets underway at the Dean Crowe Theatre

* Westmeath claim first ever league win over Kildare

* Drum woman meets Spandau Ballet after family’s campaign

* Athlone Town FC prepare for new season kick-off

* Councillors seek clarity on future of hospice

* Moate student takes top honours at Enterprise Awards

All this and much more can be found in this week’s paper, which is available in local outlets and can also be accessed in the ePaper format (for more on this option, click on ‘ePaper’ at the top of this page).