In this week's Westmeath Independent

Here's what you'll find inside today's Westmeath Independent print edition!

Fundraisers set up to support Athlone mother who is now a wheelchair user

Reduced road closure plan and weekend reopenings proposed

Robbie Henshaw takes flight on new Aer Lingus plane

Glasson man appears on BBC's Dragons' Den

Homecoming guard of honour celebrates "outstanding" Junk Kouture winners

Lorries coming off road prompts call for N62 upgrade

First-time actor Philip relishing big screen debut at 75

Musical Society makes real splash with modern show

New 45-bedroom B&B officially opened in Athlone

Christchurch or Drumraney inspires local man's poem

Buccs beat Ballinasloe in thriller to clinch Connacht junior crown

Ros' ladies now on brink of promotion after latest win

Dolan hits out at demands on players as injuries mount

Moate's Trina Murray elected as the next LGFA President

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