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:

* House fire displaces three generations of local family

* Political row erupts over Athlone IPAS centre

*Tributes to Seamus Dorrington after death of popular Moate man

*Photos: Coláiste Chiaráin grad

* Work on housing for older people at Marist site to begin next year

* Athlone student's 300km charity challenge in memory of late sister

* Grief was catalyst for 'spiritual awakening' of Athlone healer

* Tim McCarthy interview: 'My mortality was brought right in front of me'

* ‘Know your worth’: Athlone creator's online content attracts millions of views

* Keenan family reunion brings hundreds to Rosemount

* Jim O'Connor Memorial Swim returns for third year

* It's about more than medals for Athlone Masters athlete

AND IN SPORT:

*Comprehensive coverage of Westmeath club championships: Moate, Athlone, Garrycastle and Caulry among winners

* Bittersweet moment as Anna pays tribute to late father after World Cup selection

* New chief executive appointed at Athlone Town FC

*Westmeath seeking new football manager as McCabe's departure is confirmed

*Photos: Giant Women's Rugby World Cup jersey visits Buccaneers RFC