Inside this week's Westmeath Independent
Here's a look at some of the stories you'll find in this week's Westmeath Independent, which is out now:
* Green light for major link road
* Work ongoing to return Portiuncula maternity unit to local management
* Minister suggests Athlone Army HQ decision isn't near
* Classmates to 'Shine a Light' on Falty man living with MND
* Clients of Athlone investment firm invited to apply for compensation
* Special Olympics Club represented at Ireland Summer Games
* Monksland meeting 'to demand planning approval' for Lidl store
* Soldiers urged to "uphold values" of Defence Forces at local ceremony
* Two local recruits celebrate 'passing out' at Custume Barracks
* Local Miss Universe Ireland finalist shines light on postnatal struggles
* Two local groups among main winners at Cathaoirleach Awards
* Brendan's seven decades as 'a born entrepreneur' in Athlone
AND IN SPORT
* Westmeath on the road again as Farney army await
*Photos: Athlone Boat Club Regatta
* Galway test a bridge too far for valiant Westmeath
* Rossies' season of promise ends with dismal defeat
* Temple Villa star Aimee selected on Ireland U14 squad
*Athlone and Maryland/Tang win U14 league titles