Hell and high water

Thu, Nov 26, 2009

“I’m throwing away the keys," vows flood victim — Page 12

Woman jumped to safety from out-of-control car, jury hears

Thu, Nov 26, 2009

The jury in a trial heard yesterday how a young woman narrowly avoided being crushed by an out-of-control vehicle by leaping into a stairwell and then cowering from a shower of broken car parts.

I’m throwing away the key, says distraught Ballinasloe flood victim

Thu, Nov 26, 2009

The waters came quickly, and for some all too often. According to one local resident this may be the last time that some will rebuild their saturated, and uninsured, homes.

Labour seeks ‘freeze’ on rates on parking charges

Thu, Nov 26, 2009

Business must be encouraged and the vulnerable protected so it is vital the refuse waiver is retained and commercial rates and city parking charges are not increased next year.

This is the view of The Labour Party members in Galway City Council who are seeking to find a way to achieve these aims in the upcoming council budget.

The Village Care Centre launches flood support scheme

Thu, Nov 26, 2009

The Village Nursing Care Centre announced this week a flood support scheme for older people in the local community. Having recently launched a Home Care Service, The Village Care Centre will offer free home care packages to suitable candidates over the coming fortnight. The service will offer three two hourly visits per week for the next two weeks.

Stammering Association self help group

Thu, Nov 26, 2009

The Irish Stammering Association's Galway self help group is due to meet again in December. The group provides opportunities for people who stutter to discuss issues around their stammering, as well as providing mutual support. Many people who have attended groups have found them to be very helpful in feeling more comfortable with their stammering.

Cope and Galway hotels launch office party fundraiser

Thu, Nov 26, 2009

Cope Galway, in conjunction with the Galway Branch of the Irish Hotels Federation, has launched it Christmas office parties fundraising initiative.

Marc’s on a promise with new album

Thu, Nov 26, 2009

Marc Roberts, the Galway based singer-songwriter and Galway Bay FM presenter has released his new album The Promise.

City is ready to meet the challenge of the heavy rainfalls declares council

Thu, Nov 26, 2009

Galway has escaped the worst of the floods because of the “Trojan work” of Galway City Council staff in tackling all most vulnerable areas of the city over the last week.

This is the view of the Galway City Council’s director of services for transportation and infrastructure Ciarán Hayes, who said that that work is continuing to ensure the city stays largely flood free.

Incredible response to St Vincent de Paul flood aid appeal

Thu, Nov 26, 2009

The local St Vincent de Paul Society has received an “incredible response” to its appeal for aid for Galway families affected by the flooding in east and south Galway.

Worst of flooding may be over but county council remains on alert

Thu, Nov 26, 2009

Water levels have dropped in east Galway and some roads were re-opened following the weekends torrential rainfall, but possible further heavy rainfall is expected and the Galway County Council remains on alert to meet any crisis which may arise.

Red Cross may be needed in east Galway if heavy rains continue warns Connaughton

Thu, Nov 26, 2009

If the unprecedented heavy rains continue over the weekend, then the flooding and devastation in east Galway will become worse, far worse than it is now, and may lead to a request for the Red Cross to go into Ballinasloe and the surrounding areas.

Man who refused to pay for ‘romantic night’ at B&B found with fake money

Thu, Nov 26, 2009

A romantic night at a city centre B&B took a turn for the worse when the Romeo refused to pay for a room and was then found to be in possession of counterfeit money.

Farid Fawzi who, at 24-years-old has racked up 79 previous convictions, appeared before Galway District Court last Monday where he pleaded guilty to making off without paying for services, valued at €35, at Copper Beech Guest House, College Road, and to having in his possession three counterfeit €50 notes. A charge for obstruction of Garda Derek Mullen was struck out.

OPW to study Menlo after area endures severe flooding

Thu, Nov 26, 2009

A detailed study of the Menlo area is being carried out by the Office of Public Works so action can be taken to prevent the kinds of flooding the area has experienced from happening in the future.

Campaign to raise awareness of femicide in Ireland

Thu, Nov 26, 2009

A campaign to honour the 159 women who have been murdered in Ireland since 1996 and raise awareness of the killing of females was launched in NUI, Galway this week.

Man who threatened to cut gardai’s throats given chance

Thu, Nov 26, 2009

An English man who urinated on an unmarked patrol car, threatened to cut the throats of garda officers and then attempted to bite one of them, was given a chance in court this week to pay €350 to charity.

Women’s charity calendar goes on sale

Thu, Nov 26, 2009

The City of Galway VEC Women’s Community Education Calendar was launched on Monday in the Galway City Museum by the award winning poet Rita Ann Higgins.

HSE warns of health risks from the rising floodwaters

Thu, Nov 26, 2009

People in south and east Galway whose houses have been flooded are being advised by the HSE West to take simple precautions to prevent illness before re-occupying their homes.

EU funding sought for flood relief in Galway

Thu, Nov 26, 2009

The heavy rainfall which has blighted east and south Galway, Clare, and Cork has inflicted damage that could cost between €500 million and €972 million, leading to EU funds being urgently sought.

What to do before, during, and after flooding

Thu, Nov 26, 2009

While much of east Galway is suffering from the effects of last week’s flooding, the danger is by no means over yet as the heavy rains are set to continue and there are concerns over high tides and rising river levels.

As a result Irish Water Safety, which is based on The Long Walk in Galway city has issued a statement advising the public to take the following action due to the heavy flood conditions.

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