In this week's Westmeath Independent

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

Athlone man takes charge of League One club in England

No funding in place yet for safety measures at Cloonakilla NS

Athlone woman overcomes altitude sickness to scale Kilimanjaro in memory of her brother

Westmeath councillors reject motion seeking hare coursing ban

Specila feature on Cushla Active Age group in Monksland

Malawi hostel in memory of Rosemount nurse nears completion

Athlone Meals on Wheels records 25% increase in dinners over past two years

Christmas in Glasson: three-page feature

Buccaneers continue winning ways to stay top of table

Athlone Athletics Club awards night photos

Gala banquet a unique event in Westmeath GAA history

St Dominic's denied in Connacht club decider

News from the Schools - Marist College, Athlone CC, Moate CS, Our Lady's Bower and Coláiste Chiaráin

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