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Mahatma Gandhi once said that “A nation’s culture resides in the hearts and in the soul of its people” and this is very true of Westmeath, as for this year’s Culture Night on Friday September 20 over 45 free events will take place across the county.

The lack of a heritage officer in Westmeath is a regrettable loss to the county, says a prominent local historian.

National Heritage Week returns again next Saturday August 17, to celebrate all facets of our rich history, and Westmeath plays no small part in this, hosting a total of 24 events from Fore to Athlone.

President Michael D Higgins is to attend the annual Cathaoirleach Awards for the first time this Saturday June 22 at Belvedere House and Gardens.

Mullingar and Roscommon are buzzing with excitement as final preparations are put in place for the fifth annual Darkness into Light 5km dawn walk/run.

Mullingar and Roscommon are buzzing with excitement as final preparations are put in place for the fifth annual Darkness into Light 5km dawn walk/run.

The organisers of Bealtaine are delighted to announce the line-up for May 2013, which will see a fantastic variety of theatrical, cinematic, craft, photographic, choral, dance and other events taking place across Westmeath. The annual Bealtaine festival gives people a chance to celebrate creativity as we age, inviting them to ‘Grow happy!’ - the theme of this year’s festival.

National Tree Week is taking place this year from March 3-9. This event is organised by the Tree Council of Ireland and supported by Coillte.

The search is on for Ireland’s fittest firm! One of Ireland’s favourite charity events is this year establishing a league table so you can challenge rivals, get fit, and help an immensely good cause all at once.

Nothing has changed regarding Westmeath County Council’s support of Belvedere House and Gardens, according to a statement by the council reacting to rumours that the attraction’s future was under threat.