Galway Bay FM News Archives
SECOND FERRY SAFELY ABOARD CARGO SHIP AT GALWAY DOCKS
Date Published: 22-Apr-2011
After three weeks and a catalogue of incidents and complications the two former Aran Island ferries are now on board the freight carrier the Thor Gitta
Large crowds have been gathering at Galway Docks all day today to watch the progress of the ferry lifting operation which began shortly after 8 am
In the late afternoon The Clann Eagle 1 was successfully placed on board the freight carrier and this evening works are continuing to secure it on deck
The first ferry, the Clann na nOilean, was successfully lifted onto the deck of the freight carrier the ‘Thor Gitta’ on Wednesday in a couple of hours.
However complications arose yesterday with making space on board the freight ship for the second ferry boat
It will be sometime tomorrow before the second ferry is fully secured on deck so it will be tomorrow evening before the Thor Gitta sets sail for Mauritius
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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