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CRIMESTOPPERS APPEAL ON ATTACK ON WILLIAMSTOWN PENSIONERS
Date Published: 03-Aug-2012
Crimestoppers have issued an appeal for information about an attack on two elderly brothers at their Williamstown home in June.
Michael and Owen Kelly, both in their 80s, were targetted by two masked raiders at their house in Ballyroe at around 11 on the night of June 7th.
The offenders, who are understood to be Irish, were wearing balaclavas and carrying a firearm when they entered the house, tied up the brothers and demanded money.
Although the brothers did not sustain serious injuries one was treated in hospital for a time following the incident.
One of the raiders was approximately 5 feet 5 in height and of medium build while the second man was taller and of the same build.
Tuam Superintendent Gearoid Begley says Gardai are anxious to speak to anyone who may have been in the area that Thursday evening or the following day.
And a reminder that the confidential Crimestoppers number is 1800 25 00 25 and a reward may be offered.
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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