Galway Bay FM News Archives
BOIL NOTICE REMAINS IN PLACE IN KILCOLGAN
Date Published: 05-Jun-2008
The boil water notice in the Clairnbridge area is being lifted today but will remain in place in Kilcolgan.
Traces of cryptosporidium were found in the public supply in Clairnbridge six months ago, and a boil notice has been in place since
The scheme was recently split in two and the Clairnbridge area is now being served by the Tuam Regional Water supply scheme.
After carrying out a number of tests the HSE is now satisfied with the quality of the water in this section
However the Kilcolgan area is served by the Kilcornan Spring and this water is still not fit for human consumption.
Intensive treatment works are being carried out on the supply but Council Director of Services for Water Jim Cullen could not specify when the boil notice will be lifted.
Mr Cullen says households still affected by the the boil notice will receive a letter today .
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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