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GARDA HELICOPTER TO ASSIST WITH GALWAY GORSE FIRES
Date Published: 02-Apr-2013
The Garda helicopter is on its way to Galway to assist fire services battling gorse fires.
Emergency services are attempting to contain several fires in the Galway West area this evening, however there are currently no homes in danger.
A gorse fire is being attended to in Baile An TSléibhe by two units while one unit is also battling a blaze in Knockarassar in Moycullen.
A unit is also making its way to Boley Beg East on the Rahoon Road where a bog fire has also been reported.
However, a fire at Park East in Spiddal has now been brought under control.
Meanwhile, the Spiddal to Moycullen road is currently impassable through the mountain road and Gardaí are attempting to divert traffic away from the area.
Motorists are advised to avoid the area if possible because of the volume of smoke in the area.
The Garda helicopter will assist the fire services in methods of tackling the fires.
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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