Galway Bay FM News Archives
East Utd finally make it to the promised land
Date Published: 12-Apr-2011
Mike Rafferty
After years of gradual building, East United have qualified to play Premier Division football next season as an away win over Colga at the weekend moved them seven points clear at the top of the Western Hygiene Supplies First Division table and at this stage they can’t be denied their chance to make the top flight.
The Mike Lydon and John Tierney managed side are unbeaten in league action all season, but on Sunday had to work hard for a 4-3 victory. They took the lead on three occasions, only to be pegged back on each occasion by a spirited home side, and it was only when Kenny Lydon notched his second of the day in the closing stages that they eventually held on.
Sean Lydon and Daniel Delaney direct from a corner put East ahead twice in the opening half, but strikes by Barry McGann and Kevin Donoghue levelled matters as the contest was tied at the break. The resumption saw Kenny Lydon fire home a Martin McDonagh pass, before Richie Donoghue kept Colga in the game with their third equaliser.
However the Castle Park-based side were not to be denied as Lydon sealed the win with the fourth.
Corrib Celtic almost certainly sealed the second promotion spot with a 4-1 home win over MacDara as goals by Shane Concannon (2), Fred Lecroux and Chris Greaney eased them to a comfortable victory.
Despite an opening half goal by Donie Giblin, Bohemians remain in relegation trouble as they had to settle for a 1-1 draw away to St Patrick’s as the home side secured a second half equaliser through Martin Burke.
For more, read this week’s Connacht Sentinel.
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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