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:

* Long-planned Athlone link road approved

* Former Marist Brothers home on market for €1m

* Athlone Latin Mass group excommunicated by Vatican

* Over 80 people lose jobs at Athlone firm

* Lock keeper Timothy Connolly serving Athlone for 47 years

* Locals enjoy cycle parade for Athlone Bike Fest

* Fr Shay Casey honoured for 50 years of Athlone community dedication

* Date set for murder conviction 'miscarriage of justice' hearing

* Green light for motorway plaza near Ballinasloe

* Two appear in court on Athlone aggravated burglary charges

* Ericsson continuing to plan for move to new Athlone site

* Walk of Fame star for Dean Crowe Theatre legend

* Local director's short film receives honour at Cannes Lions Awards

* Plus all the pictures from Athlone Town AFC's first annual charity 5k

AND IN SPORT..

* Athlone Town seek new men's manager as Ryan departs

* Westmeath and Roscommon ladies to battle for All-Ireland final spot

* New signing Stovold helps Athlone women advance in FAI Cup

* TUS confirms new deal with Westmeath Camogie and LGFA

* Late scoring burst sees St Brigid's lose football league final

* Plus all the pictures from the Mount Temple Golf Club Captain's Prize and Buccaneers Tag Rugby Finals Night