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:

* Moate Aldi set to open during 2026

* Public urged to have their say on Athlone outdoor pool and boardwalk

* 'Time to save Church Street'

* New €15m Athlone eco-tourism resort due to open this summer

* Planning commission wants more detail on link road project

* Over 430 applications made for seven cost rental homes

* Terrifying ‘near miss’ on train line near Athlone

* Ballydangan ‘enterprise park’ refused planning retention

* Sean Mulryan to outline ambitious Athlone plans at council meeting

* Tenants still waiting to move into new Athlone estate

* Athlone tour guide expresses concern over windfarm plans

* Hidden Heartlands promoted to ‘global nation’ on US podcast

AND IN SPORT:

* Heartbreak for St Brigid’s as Dingle prevail in classic contest

* Athlone Town investor to ‘strengthen club’s long-term ambition’

* Scheriff returns for second stint with Athlone Town

* Delaney goal sets the tone as Clara surprise Monksland