In this week's Westmeath Independent

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

*Massive Athlone housing development would be home to 1,500 residents

*Local Brawny residents 'very disappointed' with Lissywollen development plans

*Anger over planned bank closures in Moate and AIT - councillors speak out

*Over 10,000 submissions expected on Athlone to Galway cycleway

*Athlone native blazes a trail for women in Defence Forces

*Family affair on vaccination day for Kiltoom resident (98)

*Athlone DJ talks about Covid-19 impact one year on

*Historical feature: Reprisals followed shooting of Athlone-based army officer

*'Severe acts of physical and sexual violence' reported to Esker House

*Local man's running challenge: four miles, every four hours, for 48 hours

*Henshaw marks 50th cap with impressive display in Ireland's win over Italy

*Gigginstown House Stud to support Elliott amid leaked photo storm

*TV highlights, cooking, gardening, puzzles and more in 12-page pull-out