Galway Bay FM News Archives
MAN DUE IN COURT FOR RAMMING CAR INTO MERVUE PREMISES
Date Published: 27-Oct-2009
A city man, in his 30s, is due to appear in court this week in connection with a break-in in Mervue yesterday[26/10], during which a car was rammed into a premises.
The incident happened after 1am yesterday when a stolen car was rammed through the Headmasters barbers in Mervue.
It’s understood 3 people were in the car at the time and a small sum of money was taken in the raid.
Later yesterday morning, a butchers shop and chinese take-away nearby were also raided.
Gardaí arrested two men shortly after 6.30am yesterday.
One of the men was released without charge and a file is being prepared for the Director of Public Prosecutions.
The second man, who’s in his 30s and is from the east side of the city was charged with 3 counts of burglary and criminal damage.
He is due to appear in court this week.
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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