In this week's Westmeath Independent

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

* Boxer Moran's return to the political fray could be blocked

* Westmeath at centre of Omicron surge over Christmas period

* Legendary theatre figure Mel O'Flynn widely mourned

* 'Spotters' are aiding burglaries on Athlone greenway route

* Sadness at death of one of Athlone's eldest citizens

* Covid issue forces closure of Grovelands childcare centre

* Photos from Kiltoom tractor run in support of Conor Burke

* Some elective procedures postponed at Portiuncula Hospital

* Padraig Pearses make history by winning first Connacht title

* Monksland United claim big victory in CCFL clash

* Westmeath and Roscommon begin new seasons with contrasting results

* TV highlights, fashion, gardening tips, puzzles and lots more