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:

*Ericsson to relocate to new Athlone home

*Late Mirjana remembered by her son and daughter

*Ballymahon man leading Irish troops in Lebanon sends home Christmas greetings

*Planning granted for Portiuncula Emergency Department extension

*Popular Moate pub to feature in upcoming RTÉ documentary

*Mother meets with Minister over daughter's treatment

*Christmas cards from Rosemount NS

*TUS Athlone to gain from new professor grade

*Athlone set to host national rally against Mercosur deal

*Rejuvenation funding for Moate welcomed

*Samaritans remind callers not to face struggles alone

*Athlone IWA's Sarah grabs gold at Gaisce awards

*Colaiste Chiaráin team highlights need to reduce phone usage

*Rosemount resident making most of renewed outlook on life

*Athlone's Eoin spearheads mink eradication programme

AND IN SPORT:

*Leinster senior title for Moate CS as winning streak continues

*High drama as Marist boys prevail on penalties in thriller

*Tubberclair add Junior 'B' crown to trophy cabinet

*Athlone bodybuilding veteran Paul leads Bruno to success

*European bronze for young Athlone boxer Pat Stokes