Galway Bay FM News Archives
GALWAY NATIVE SOLICITOR PURSUED FOR MILLIONS
Date Published: 03-Mar-2011
The Commercial Court has heard a Galway-native solicitor, who is being pursued for 69 million euro, claims Bank of Ireland told him it would be flexible in relation to property loans and guarantees.
The bank is looking for summary judgment against Brian O Donnell – whose firm advises Nama – and his wife Dr Mary Pat O Donnell of Gorse Hill, Killiney, Co Dublin, over unpaid debts.
Both Brian O’ Donnell and his wife, Dr. Mary Pat O’ Donnell are originally from Galway.
Brian O’ Donnell graduated from NUIG with a BA and LLB in 1974 and 1976 and he received the NUIG Alumni Award for Law, Public Service and Government in 2005.
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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