In this weeks westmeath independent

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

Our stories include:

* Robbie Henshaw's rollercoaster ride to sporting glory

* We talk to the local Olympic Games hopeful with no gym

* A year after Nicky McFadden's death, her sister misses her more than ever

* Murder probe after death of former Moate student

* Survivor recalls Lough Ree fishing tragedy at inquest

* 200 gather at Athlone Castle to view solar eclipse

* Photo specials: Confirmations in Rosemount & St Patrick's Day in Athlone and Moate

* Ballymore woman is crowned Westmeath Rose

* Moate woman talks about 'new lease of life' after kidney transplant

* Nine-page special on the local property scene

* OPINION: Shane Curran on why rugby's rise poses a challenge for GAA chiefs

* Westmeath prepare for vital National Football League clash with Cavan

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).