Westmeath Independent

Founded in 1846, the Westmeath Independent serves the Athlone area and includes regions like South Westmeath, South Roscommon, West Offaly, Ballinasloe, and nearby locations. It is the leading publication in the area, delivering news and sports updates while offering an excellent advertising platform. The newspaper is released in print every Wednesday morning.

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Carlos Alcaraz had ‘no expectations’ ahead of tennis grass season

5 days ago | westmeathindependent.ie | Andy Sims

By Andy Sims, PA Carlos Alcaraz said he had “no expectations” coming into the grass-court season but he installed himself as a clear favourite to retain his Wimbledon title after beating Jiri Lehecka to win the HSBC Championships. The Spanish top seed regained his crown as the King of Queen’s Club and replicated his debut triumph of two years ago with a 7-5 6-7 (5) 6-2 victory.
Liam Gallagher slams Scottish council for description of Oasis fans

1 week ago | westmeathindependent.ie | Craig Meighan

By Craig Meighan, PA Scotland Political Reporter Liam Gallagher has slammed a Scottish council after officials were accused of suggesting Oasis fans are “drunk, middle-aged and fat”. The remarks were revealed in safety briefings drawn up ahead of the band’s three sellout shows at Murrayfield in August. In the documents, concerns were raised that the sold-out Oasis Live ’25 Tour would clash with the Edinburgh Festival Fringe.
Cork snuff out Roscommon’s championship season

1 week ago | westmeathindependent.ie | Kevin Egan

by Kevin Egan Roscommon’s championship season came to an end this afternoon in Portlaoise as just like the Meath game a fortnight ago, a string of crucial misses in the dying embers of the game meant that a comeback effort fell short.
Moate Celtic take cup spoils with Hamm and Guinan goals

1 month ago | westmeathindependent.ie | Eamon Donoghue

Moate Celtic 2 Kinnegad Juniors 0 By Eamon A. Donoghue Moate Celtic’s second-half performance was the difference as they scored two late goals to win the CCFL Division 2 Cup against Kinnegad Juniors at Leah Victoria Park, Tullamore last Saturday. These two teams came into this cup final with two totally different league formlines - Kinnegad Juniors second in the table behind champions Mullingar Athletic, while Moate Celtic lay in a mid-table position.
Praise for local groups looking after cemeteries

1 month ago | westmeathindependent.ie | David Flynn

by David Flynn The importance of local tidy towns groups looking after graveyards and keeping them to a high standard was noted by the CEO of Roscommon County Council at its April meeting. “We need communities looking after their graveyards, and it’s good to give them grants, because I want to acknowledge the work they do,” said Shane Tiernan, CEO.
‘You can see what it means to the lads’ – Ros’ minor manager | Westmeath Independent

1 month ago | westmeathindependent.ie | Kevin Egan

By Kevin Egan As Shane Moran spoke to members of the media to share his thoughts after last Friday night’s memorable Connacht minor final, the joy was literally flowing all over the pitch. Members of the panel came over to use their water bottles in a ‘gatorade’ style celebration with their manager, the adrenaline still flowing after the Rossies struck late to secure a sensational win. “You can see what it means to the lads there, it meant the world to them to come here and get the win.
Chris Brown remanded after appearing in court charged over ‘bottle attack’

1 month ago | westmeathindependent.ie | Kim Pilling

By Kim Pilling, PA RnB singer Chris Brown has been remanded in custody after appearing in court charged over an alleged bottle attack at a London nightclub two years ago. The American musician, 36, appeared in the dock at Manchester Magistrates’ Court on Friday charged with causing grievous bodily harm to Abraham Diaw in February 2023.
Real Madrid boss Carlo Ancelotti to take over as Brazil head coach

1 month ago | westmeathindependent.ie | Andy Hampson

By Andy Hampson, PA Real Madrid boss Carlo Ancelotti has been confirmed as the next head coach of the Brazil national football team. The Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) has announced the Italian, one of the most successful managers in the history of European club football, will take up the position from May 26th. The 65-year-old, whose appointment had been widely anticipated, will become the first foreigner to lead the Selecao.
Memories of the 50th anniversary of Apparel Tops of the Town

1 month ago | westmeathindependent.ie | David Flynn

By David Flynn This year is the 50th anniversary of the start of the Tops of the Towns journey for staff at the Athlone Apparel factory. Athlone actor, singer and raconteur Ray Collins recalls the excitement of the heyday of the Tidy Towns competition.
Council to examine provision of age friendly spaces on pilot basis

1 month ago | westmeathindependent.ie | David Flynn

By David Flynn Roscommon County Council will examine the merit of providing age-friendly parking spaces at strategic town locations on a pilot basis. The Council executive were responding to a motion raised by Cathaoirleach Cllr Paschal Fitzmaurice at the April meeting of the local authority, at which he called for the introduction of a self-regulated car parking pilot scheme to assist those with limited mobility issues access spaces close to essential day-to-day services.