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:

* Roscommon celebrates, while Westmeath awaits

* Imagine: Athlone actor is playing John Lennon

* Joe Ward to headline professional boxing event in Athlone

*Special 16-page supplement on Westmeath's clash with Dublin in Leinster football final

* Athlone Garda to join humanitarian mission to Uganda

* Four local army recruits celebrate 'passing out' in Custume Barracks

* Primary school pupil takes on Mayday Mile challenge

* Retired An Post workers hold protest

* Athlone surgeon wants love to feature in medical training

* Former Marist student expands AI startup across 18 markets

* New Brideswell NS principal aims to build on community spirit

* Ballintleva marks new Astroturf and Tidy Towns work

AND IN SPORT:

* Rossies crowned kings of the West after dramatic decider: report, photos & reaction

* Dillon hopes that rising tide can lift all Westmeath boats

*Photos: Athletes from three counties compete in TUS Midlands

* Leonard leads the way as St John’s secure another trophy

* Young players celebrated at Buccaneers awards evening

*As Leinster final looms, Jamie Gonoud talks about his new role in management team