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:

*Plans lodged for Hodson Bay lakefront park

*Satisfaction and pride at local Leaving Cert results

*Student accommodation shortage sparks room plea

*Athlone finalist for national brown bread baking contest

*Submissions lodged against Southern Gaels new home plan

*Record numbers flock to Moate Show

*Lough Ree RNLI honours former colleague

*Rachel praises "charming" Caoilfhinn following Rose win

*New principal appointed at Moate primary school

*Ideal conditions pave way for successful Castle to Castle swim

*New Coosan market gains momentum

PLUS Photographs from the Moate Agricultural Show and the Moate Community School Graduation Dance

AND IN SPORT

*High drama as Athlone Town seal place in another cup final

*Buccaneers RFC prepare for start of new season

*Reports from Westmeath club hurling championship games

PLUS Photos from the Enda Mulvihill Memorial Football Tournament in Garrycastle

PLUS Photos from the recent Kilbeggan race meeting