In this week's Westmeath Independent

Here's a quick look at what's inside this week's Westmeath Independent:

*Next greenway phase to Athlone Marina could be open by Easter

*Local publicans voice dismay and question why they can't reopen

*Hospice group reports 'positive first step' over unit's future

*Athlone businessman and Lebanon native speaks out over Beirut explosion

*Farmers demand action over ongoing flooding problems in Shannon Callows

*Westmeath man found not guilty of rape charge

*Cornamaddy resident publishes intriguing book on his family history

*Special feature on when Athlone hosted the European triathlon championships

*Rosemount advance to Westmeath SFC quarter-finals

*Athlone Town women's team looks forward to making WNL debut

*Tang and Moate All Whites secure places in Westmeath IFC quarter-finals

*TV highlights, music, books, puzzles, expert columns and more in 16-page pull-out