Galway Bay FM News Archives
MURDERED MANUELA’S FUNERAL SCHEDULED FOR THURSDAY
Date Published: 14-Oct-2007
It’s now thought that the funeral of murdered language student Manuela Riedo will take place in her home town in Switzerland on Thursday
The body of the 17 year murdered in Renmore last Monday was to have been flown home yesterday, but paperwork and procedures delayed this to tomorrow or Tuesday
Maneula was an only child and her parents have so far been too distraught to travel to Ireland, so it’s understood a Swiss Embassy official will accompany her body home
A member of staff from Galway Language Centre at Mill Street, where Manuela had registered for her two week course, will attend the removal at Hinterkappelan, near Berne, on Thursday
He will present Manuela’s mother Arlette and her father Hans, with the books of condolence which have been signed in Galway
The latest book to open is in Galway Cathedral, and large numbers of Galway people distraught by the sad death of the young girl have been signing it
Meanwhile, six days into the investigation into the vicious murder Gardaí are continuing to piece together her last movements in an effort to find her killer
Speaking to Galway Bay Fm news senior Garda sources say, that contrary to some reports there has not been any major DNA breakthrough in the investigation.
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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