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First and foremost congratulations to our Art Competition winner this year! It is refreshing each year to see an alternative front page to our newspaper - one that is devoid of bad news and instead brings a feeling of joy, goodwill and festive cheer.

I always enjoy seeing the last paper of the year speed off to the printers. But even more so, I love seeing it the next morning with a beautiful painting on the front page. For just one week out of the year I can guarantee readers a front page full of happiness and hope.

I always enjoy seeing the last paper of the year speed off to the printers. But even more so, I love seeing it the next morning with a beautiful painting on the front page. For just one week out of the year I can guarantee readers a front page full of happiness and hope.

You know there is nothing in this world as important as the present you have yet to pick up for Christmas. Or the friend you just have to meet. Or the things you just have to do. Or the stuff for the turkey that your one without the hairnet on the telly said you just must have. And so on and on and on.

As Athlone looks forward to a year in the spotlight, during which it will host several high profile events and festivals, retailers have reported a reasonably positive festive season, according to Athlone Chamber of Commerce.