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JURY HEARS CASE FOR THE PROSECUTION IN COUNCILLOR FAHY TRIAL
Date Published: 03-Dec-2008
The trial of Councillor Michael Fahy, who faces seven counts of fraud and attempted theft from Galway County Council over the alleged misappropriation of public funds goes into day two at Galway Circuit Criminal court today.
The 57-year-old, Independent Councillor, from Caherduff Road, Ardrahan pleaded NOT guilty to all seven charges
A jury of 9 men and 3 women will hear evidence from twenty State witnesses in the trial which is expected to last several days.
Outlining the alleged facts in the case yesterday, State prosecutor, Conor Fahy, said it would be the State’s case that Cllr. Fahy had works carried out on his private lands while a Community Involvement Scheme was taking place on a public road leading to his farm during 2001 and 2002.
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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