Galway Bay FM News Archives
APPEAL FOR INFORMATION ABOUT COUNTY BREAK INS
Date Published: 30-Aug-2007
Gardaí are appealling for witnesses following a series of attempted break-ins in the county in the early hours of this morning [30/8]
Criminal damage was done to several premises in the Oranmore, Loughrea and Portumna areas between 1 and 2am
One of the attempted break-ins resulted in a high speed chase
All of the break-ins occurred at businesses that were not in built up areas
The culprits did not manage to get away with a lot of valuables, however substantial criminal damage was done
Then at around 1.30am, Gardaí at Portumna responded to an alarm at a premises in Portumna
Gardaí interrupted up to 4 culprits trying to break into the building but they then made their escape in a car
Portumna Gardaí pursued them for a time, but the culprits crossed the Shannon into Tipperary and managed to escape
Gardaí are investigating whether there is a link between all of the break-ins around the county
They’re appealling to anyone who may have seen any suspicious activity, or a suspicious car in the Oranmore, Loughrea or Portumna areas between 1am and 2am to contact them at Galway Garda Station
Date Published: 07-May-2013
Galway has a population of young people which is more than twice the national average.
According to information gathered by the Central Statistics Office, Galway’s population of 20 to 24 year olds is more than twice the national average.
The number of 25-34 year olds in Galway is also more than the norm nationally, with the two main colleges thought to be the main reason.
However immigration in Galway is much higher than in other areas at 19.4 percent, compared to the national average of 12 percent.
Date Published: 07-May-2013
A city councillor is encouraging people to donate goods directly to charity shops.
It follows allegations of thefts from clothes banks in Galway and across the country in recent months.
However, cameras are in place at some clothes banks and surveillance is carried out by local authorities.
Speaking on Galway Talks, Councillor Neil McNeilis said the problem of theft from clothes banks is widespread.
Date Published: 07-May-2013
A park ‘n’ ride scheme from Carnmore into Galway city could become a permanent service if there is public demand.
That’s according to the Chief Executive of Galway Chamber of Commerce, Michael Coyle.
The pilot scheme will begin at 7.20 next Monday morning, May 13th.
Motorists will be able to park cars at the airport carpark in Carnmore and avail of a bus transfer to Forster Street in the city.
Buses will depart every 20 minutes at peak times and every 30 minutes at offpeak times throughout the day, at a cost of 2 euro per journey.
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