Galway Bay FM News Archives
Premier Division race hots up as Oranmore close gap
Date Published: 22-Mar-2011
Mike Rafferty
First it was Mervue United that slipped up as they collected just a point from two recent outings, but on Sunday last it was the turn of Athenry as they were beaten at home by Hibernians. The outcome is that the chase for the Western Hygiene Supplies Premier Division title has certainly opened up as Oranmore are now in pole position if one allows for points gathered and games in hand.
Life was made a little easier for the second placed side when Ollie Neary’s charges were given a walkover by West United as manager William Grant had just seven players at his disposal for the Saturday afternoon tie.
With Dynamo Blues doomed to relegation it appears that they will be joined in the First Division next season by either West or Salthill Devon. One or the other will really have to win a number of games if they are to avoid the drop and the likelihood is that either would have to win at least three times from their remaining five games if either are to save themselves.
In the First Division, East United and Corrib Celtic continue to stride away at the top and look the likely duo to go up.
Nearer the bottom Bohemians are another City side with a rich tradition who have fallen on difficult times in recent years. Poor early season form has seen them struggle but two recent wins have thrown them a lifeline as five clubs are separated by just four points in the lower half of the table.
For more, read this week’s Connacht Sentinel.
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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