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Galway 1-10 London 1-3

On a day when we had all 4 seasons in one hour, the Galway Masters defeated London in the championship first round. The breeze was a major factor in the first half and Galway led on a scoreline of four points to one at half time. Galway opened the scoring from Padraic De Paor, Galway’s top scorer in 2018 season followed by a point from Vice Captain Jason Kearns. Derwin Costello added another point and Galway finished off the half with a well-taken score from Sean Kenny. London finished the half with just the one score but had a missed opportunity to level the match midway through the first half when the goal chance was on but Frank Heverin had his angles covered and the London attack was thwarted.
London started the second half much brighter and got their goal to level the match from a speculative high ball that held up on the wind as was fisted to the net. Galway then settled down and started to play some good football taking some great scores. Points were added by Padraic Carty, Mike Costello and John Hannon. The game turned when Padraic Dé Paor intercepted a quick kick out and slid the ball to Sean Kenny who made no mistake finishing to the net with a finish Harry Keane would have been proud of. Galway tacked on further scores through Fergal McEvoy, Laurence Kenny and Monty Heneghan to finish of a job well done for the tribesmen masters.
Special thanks to the London masters and Finbarr Holian in the Claddagh Ring pub for their hospitality.
Next up is the Banner County in two weeks time

Galway Track and Field Juvenile Championships

Day One of the 2019 Galway Track and Field Juvenile Championships was held Sunday last in summer like weather in Dangan, with the U9 to U12 age groups competing in front of a large attendance at the NUI Galway venue.

At U12 level, there were some great individual performances, with double golds for Keevagh Barry and Ben Moran. The opening event, the 60m sprint hurdles saw wins for Ben Moran of GCH and Lauren Kilduff of Craughwell AC. The 60m sprints were won by Keevagh Barry of Craughwell AC and Jeremiah Oifoh of Tuam AC.

Victorious in the Long Jump were Keevagh Barry of  Craughwell AC with her second gold and Ben Moran of GCH likewise securing his second gold of the day. The Turbo Javelin golds went to Kiera Mernagh of Craughwell AC and Conor Haverty of Tuam AC. Ciaran O’Donnell of Tuam AC and Emma O’Donovan of Craughwell AC claimed gold in the U12 High Jump. In the Shot Putt, Ruby Casey of East Galway and Padraic Kelly of Caltra and District AC won gold.

In the distance events over 600m the winners were Aisling Geaney of South Galway and Odhran O’Hare of Tuam AC. Craughwell U12 Girls and GCH U12 Boys teams won relay gold.

The U9, 10 and 11 competitions were team based with the top combined scores or times of two athletes per club in each event winning out

At U9 level, Daisy Griffin and Carla Fahy won the Girls Long Jump for Loughrea AC, while Ruairi MacNena and Jack O’Dwyer of Craughwell AC won the Boys event. In the Turbo Javelin, the Craughwell pairing of Lilly May Grealish and Leah Mahon won gold in the girls, with Shiloh Mihes and Shane Lalor of Tuam AC, winning out in the Boys section. On the track, the 60m event was won by the pair of Sally Fahey and Martha Macadam of South Galway AC in the girls and in the boys’ event, the winning team was that of Dean Garvey and Rhys Costello of Tuam AC. The 300m distance event team winners were Sally Fahey and Martha Macadam of South Galway AC with their second gold of the day, along with a great team win for Ryan Scully and Ruairi Connolly of Clare River Harriers in the boys’300m event. South Galway AC took the Girls relay title, while Tuam AC claimed U9 Boys Gold medals

At U9 level, Daisy Griffin and Carla Fahy won the Girls Long Jump for Loughrea AC, while Ruairi MacNena and Jack O’Dwyer of Craughwell AC won the Boys event. In the Turbo Javelin, the Craughwell pairing of Lilly May Grealish and Leah Mahon won gold in the girls, with Shiloh Mihes and Shane Lalor of Tuam AC, winning out in the Boys section. On the track, the 60m event was won by the pair of Sally Fahey and Martha Macadam of South Galway AC in the girls and in the boys’ event, the winning team was that of Dean Garvey and Rhys Costello of Tuam AC. The 300m distance event team winners were Sally Fahey and Martha Macadam of South Galway AC with their second gold of the day, along with a great team win for Ryan Scully and Ruairi Connolly of Clare River Harriers in the boys’300m event. South Galway AC took the Girls relay title, while Tuam AC claimed U9 Boys Gold medals

In the U10 team competition, Sarah Donald and Ella Sisson of GCH won Long Jump gold in the girls event, with Oisin O’Donovan and Luke Connaughton, also of Craughwell, winning gold in the Boys event.

The 60m girls sprint event was won by the pair of Sarah Donald and Ella Sisson of GCH, making it a double gold for the GCH duo, with Callum McMahon and Alan Hallinan, a Craughwell pair, winning the Boys.

In the Turbo Javelin Sophie Kelly and Abbie Donoghue of Caltra and District AC won out in the Girls section, with Dara Breathnach with a massive 17.20 metres, and clubmate Matthew Murphy, of GCH claiming team gold in the Boys event,

The 500m distance race event team winners were Eanna McGrath and Cian McGinn of Tuam AC in the Boys, with Remy Aylmer and Aisling Lavan, representing Craughwell AC, winning the Girls title.  In the Relays, Tuam AC took the Boys title, while Galway City Harriers won gold in the Girls event,

At U11 level Rachel Warde and Mia Hollingworth of Craughwell AC won Long Jump gold in the girls, with the Craughwell pair of Sam Casey and Kai Watters winning gold in the Boys event. In the Turbo Javelin, Annalise Nally and Taillte O’Callaghan of Tuam AC emerged victorious, with Ethan Stace and Tom Malone, also of Craughwell, taking the honours in the Boys competition. The 60m girls’ event was won by the Craughwell AC pair of Lauren Morgan and Rachel Warde, with Tom Henry and Ryan Hession of Tuam AC taking gold in the Boys. In the final action of the day, the long distance 600m event, the team winners were Loughrea pair of fastest on the day Hazel Fahy and Hannah McGrath in the girls’ event, with Jack Cahill and Leo Molloy of Craughwell AC winning the Boys title. In the Relays, Tuam AC won gold in both Girls and Boys races.

Day two of the championships, for U13-19 athletes takes place Sunday next 12th May in Dangan

Limerick Marathon

GCH athletes had considerable success in the Limerick Marathon held Sunday last, as Elaine Walsh of GCH was the first lady home the Limerick marathon in a time of 2.59 while clubmate Neasa De Burca ran a great race and just missed the 3-hour mark with a superb 3.00.24.  Martin Kearney of Galway City Harriers broke the 3-hour barrier at 64 years of age, clocking 2 hours 58 minutes,  a phenomenal achievement for an incredibly talented and hardworking athlete

In the Half marathon, Culain O’Meara and Sinead Foran were first home for the city club in 1.23 and 1.27 respectively

Galway 5km Series

The opening race of the 2019 Galway 5km Series was held Tuesday last in Caltra, with a huge field of over 700 runners finishing the event on the traditionally fast course.  Cathal O’Reilly of Loughrea AC was first man home in a solid time of 16.27 ahead of series regular Kevin Moore second in 16.34, and Conor Dolan third in 16.42.

First lady home was once again Regina Casey of GCH in a time of 17.58, with Niamh Hennelly also GCH, second in 19.38 and Edel Kelly of Athenry AC third in 20.12.  

Irish Milers Club

Some of GCHs best middle-distance runners competed at the Irish Milers Club meet in Greystones with Keith Fallon making a comeback to track racing, winning his 800m heat in 1.56. Jack Maher of GCH ran a personal best clocking 4.02 over 1500m, Jack Miskella of Craughwell and GCH’s James Frizzell both clocked 4.06, while his clubmates Neill Keane clocked 4.09and Barry Murphy 4.12, both ran new bests. GCH athlete Maebh Brannigan ran an encouraging season opener of 2.19 over 800m

Over 3000m, new GCH signing Laura Shaughnessy ran 9.44, and NUI Galway athletes Aoife O’Brien and Orna Murray impressed with 10.23 and 10.27 respectively.GCH distance athletes Aaron Brennan with an 8.52,and John Moroney with a 9.06 time and a solid time over the Men’s 3k events

Fixtures

The Boston Scientific Block Marathon, Half Marathon, 10k and 5k series of race stakes place this Sunday, 12 May, 2019 from 8am at the Boston complex in Parkmore. Registration is on  

Race entry link: boston-block-marathon-2019

Galway Bay fm newsroom- The Kenny family’s victim impact statement has been read to Galway Circuit Court stating that they had spent the last seven years in torment, trying to piece together John’s final moments.

A 24-year-old father of two was sentenced to nine years in prison today for his role in the manslaughter of Co. Galway teacher and publican, John Kenny, over seven years ago.

24 year old Marian Lingurar Jr, a Romanian national with former addresses in Loughgeorge, Claregalway, and Blackpool, Cork, was found guilty by a jury last January of the manslaughter of Mr Kenny, at Kenny’s pub in Oughterard on September 25, 2011, and was remanded in custody for sentence today.

The trial had heard evidence that Mr Kenny had been badly beaten, tied up and left to die alone on the floor of the ladies’ toilet in his pub by a gang of men, including the accused, who had planned to rob him that night.

The accused had been a 16-year-old bouncer, working on the door of the pub the previous evening.

He had been in constant phone contact with his father and two other men who came to the pub later that night.

Mrs Kenny and her daughter found Mr Kenny’s body the following evening.

He had sustained severe injuries to his upper body, consistent with blows from a heavy object and with kicks and punches.

His hands had been tied behind his back and a jacket wound tightly around his face and head.

Post mortem results indicated he would not have died immediately from his injuries and would have had difficulty breathing due to the position in which his body had been left, face-down on the toilet floor.

Lingurar Jr was also found guilty of a second charge of burglary at Mr Kenny’s pub on the same night after it emerged a ‘wad’ of cash had been taken from Mr Kenny’s pocket and also from the till.

The accused had absconded from the jurisdiction before his initial trial was due to take place in 2013, but was arrested when he returned to Cork last May.

He denied any involvement in the assault and robbery of Mr Kenny but later said he was sorry to hear of his death.

A probation report handed into court today indicated he did not accept the jury’s guilty verdict.

Reading the Kenny family’s victim impact statement to the court, Mrs. Kathleen Kenny said in a composed and dignified manner that they had spent the last seven years in torment, trying to piece together John’s final moments.

She said John’s voice had been taken from him the night he died but their statement would give him back his voice now.

Imposing sentence, Judge Rory McCabe said the “defenceless and vulnerable” Mr Kenny had been badly beaten and left to die alone following a carefully planned robbery with violence.

He said the accused was a participant in the joint enterprise of a cruel, vicious and ultimately fatal robbery which had been carefully planned.

The judge said the charge of manslaughter carried a maximum of life in prison before placing the headline sentence in this case at ten years.

In mitigation, he took the accused’s young age and the fact imprisonment for a foreign national is known to carry additional hardship into account before applying a 10% discount.

Galway Bay fm newsroom- The first in a week-long series of protests will begin at Galway Intreo office at Fairgreen road in the city on Monday.

Community employment supervisors are to engage in five days of industrial action as part of a dispute over pension entitlements.

It’s estimated approximately 80 supervisors are impacted in the city and county.

The group argues a labour court recommendation dating back to 2008 stated a pension scheme shoud be funded by Government and has not been followed through.

Demonstations will also be held at the consituency office of Minister Sean Kyne in the city and Minister Ciaran Cannon in Loughrea as part of the five days action.

Demonstrators will gather from midday to 3pm from Monday until Friday.

SIPTU spokesperson Eddie Mullins says workers are calling for a meeting with the Minister for Finance and Public Expenditure and Reform Paschal Donohue.

Galway East Fianna Fail Deputy Anne Rabbitte says the Government needs to take action

Galway Atlantaquaria  is very happy to launch a number of free events for the public to learn more about the ocean and #LifeUnderWater.
Working with a number of scientists, engineers, scuba divers and researchers they have put together these wonderful series of events.
#EMDInMyCountry

Galway’s Hidden Gems 9TH OF MAY 7PM

While a lot of recent attention has been given to deep sea biodiversity off Ireland’s coasts, inshore coastal biodiversity is often overlooked. Galway is lucky to host two globally rare species – the Firework anemone (Pachycerianthus multiplicatus) and the reef forming worm Serpula vermicularis. Rory O’Callaghan of Seasearch Ireland will present a talk on the unique challenges of recording in marine inshore waters, the work of Seasearch Ireland and some of the amazing life lying just below the surface of Galway’s marine waters, including photographs and videos of these unique habitats.
Seasearch is a project by the Marine Conservation Society for divers and snorkelers, who have an interest in what they’re seeing under water, want to learn more and want to help protect the marine environment around the coasts of Britain and Ireland. Seasearch Ireland is a citizen science initiative to encourage divers and snorkelers to document details of species seen during marine dives to help build the knowledge base on the distribution of marine species in Ireland’s in-shore waters To date volunteer recorders have collected over 50,000 species and habitat records in Irish waters, with all data provided to the National Biodiversity Data Centre and freely available on the Data Centre’s mapping portal, Biodiversity Maps.
BOOKING LINK:   I WOULD LIKE TO ATTEND

“Lights, Camera, Action!!” – Sights and sounds from the SmartBay Subsea Observatory.- 16TH MAY  7pm

The SmartBay Subsea Observatory has been continuously monitoring and record changes in the marine environment since it’s installation in 2015 off the coast of Spiddal in Galway Bay. The information from the observatory’s cameras, microphones and scientific sensors is streamed live to http://smartbay.marine.ie. Come along on the 16th of May at 7pm to see the highlights of all the marine life recorded in the depths of Galway Bay.

BOOKING LINK:  Coming soon

‘Understanding  Sharks’ -A European Maritime Day Event
Date: 18TH MAY
Location: Ladies Beach, Salthill Galway City & Galway Atlantaquaria

Galway Atlantaquaria, Marine Dimensions and the Explorers Education Programme TM invite the pubic to attend a series of Shark themed events in Salthill on the 18thMay, in celebration of European Maritime Day #EMD.
Sharks are probably one of the most misunderstood animals in history! Peter Benchley, author of ‘Jaws’, has expressed regret at the negative impact his book has had on the perception of sharks. 
“What I now know, which wasn’t known when I wrote Jaws, is that there is no such thing as a rogue shark which develops a taste for human flesh,’’ “No one appreciates how vulnerable they are to destruction.’’
As we learn more about sharks we begin to see another image of these beautiful animals. With the recent discovery of a shark nursery off Ireland’s shores, it’s time to rewrite the shark story.
Dr. Sarah Varian from Marine Dimensions said ‘We now understand that sharks play a vital role in maintaining the health of marine ecosystems, so it’s important that we safeguard the future of these impressive predators.’
The Understanding Sharks, European Maritime Day event will include

1. A Shark Egg Hunt on the Ladies Beach Salthill from 11.30-12.30 (free to the public).
2. Ireland’s Sharks and Rays Workshop at Galway Atlantaquaria from 1.30-2.30 (Free to the public – spaces limited so pre booking required. contact info@nationalaquarium.ie or Tel 091-585100 to book your space).

 BOOKINGS: Coming soon

To check out more about Galway Atlantaquaria just click HERE

Keith spoke about a new book by Harry Barry; a Druid Bursary; the local election debates and Trad on the Prom

Ireland’s first ever satellite data driven team event will take place at NUI Galway from tomorrow

The Copernicus Hackathon will challenge participants to solve real-world problems using satellite data.

The Irish Centre for High End Computing, or ICHEC organised the event to promote Earth Observation services.

The Hackathon will take place from tomorrow (May 10th) to Sunday (May 12th)

Senior Earth Observation Scientist with ICHEC, Dr Jenny Hanafin says the event is about recognising the possibilities of satellite data. For more on this story tune in to Galway Bay fm news on the hour…

Galway Bay fm newsroom – A file is being prepared for the DPP in connection with the alleged sexual assault of a 19-year-old female at Tully Cross Renvyle Clifden.

The incident is alleged to have taken place last Sunday, May 5th.

The teen was detained at Clifden Garda Station under the provision of section 4 of the Criminal Justice Act 1984.

The male was later released without charge and a file is now being prepared for the Director of Public Prosecutions .

No further comment is being made by Gardai owing to the nature of the investigation.

Free Racecourse Wi-Fi is now available at 11 racecourses throughout Ireland, with an additional five racecourses due to go live in June and July. 

The scheme for the provision of Wi-Fi across all Irish racecourses was announced in September 2016 with an overall investment of €2.4 million, including a €1.2 million grant from HRI.

Already 21,888 unique users have logged into the Free Racecourse Wi-Fi network across the 11 active tracks, with 22% of racegoers opting in to receive further communication. 

HRI’s Wi-Fi Project Manager, Niamh McManus, said: “Free Racecourse Wi-Fi will be live at the majority of Irish racecourses by the end of 2019.  We are delighted the project is nearing completion and together with our suppliers EIR and Capstone we are thrilled with how everything has come together in a relatively short space of time.”

The 11 racecourses currently offering Free Racecourse Wi-Fi are: Ballinrobe, Leopardstown, Cork, Naas, Fairyhouse, Navan, Dundalk, Limerick, Punchestown, Gowran Park and the Curragh.  The service will be available at Galway, Killarney, Tramore, Tipperary and Downpatrick  by the end of July.   

Friday Selections 

RACE 1 THE STADIUM UNRACED 525 SEMI-FINAL 19:52 = TRAP 2 HEADFORD ACTION

RACE 2 THE STADIUM UNRACED 525 SEMI-FINAL 20:07 = TRAP HEADFORD TONY 

RACE 3 THE PUNTERS PACK S7 – S10 350 FINAL 20:22 = TRAP 1 CURIOUS SEAN 

RACE 4 THE INNOVATE UNRACED 525 ROUND 1 HEAT 1 20:37 = TRAP 1 ROCKALONG COSMOS 

RACE 5 THE INNOVATE UNRACED 525 ROUND 1 HEAT 2 20:52 = TRAP 5 WENDY PEFFERCORN 

RACE 6 THE INNOVATE UNRACED 525 ROUND 1 HEAT 3 21:07 = TRAP 5 SHES THE LADY 

RACE 7 THE WGOBA AGM – 20TH MAY 8.30PM A5 525 21:22 = TRAP 1 CRACK ON BILLY 

RACE 8 2019 SEAN SCULLY MEMORIAL A7-A10 525 SEMI-FINAL 21:37 = TRAP 5 BLUE BALLBOY (NAP)

RACE 9 2019 SEAN SCULLY MEMORIAL A7-A10 525 SEMI-FINAL 21:52 = TRAP 3 COLLYWOBBLES 

RACE 10 THE HIT OR BUST A3 525 22:07 = TRAP 1 RIZZARD 

Saturday Selections

RACE 1 WELCOME TO GALWAY GREYHOUND STADIUM A6 525 19:52 = TRAP 2 BESLOW EMILYKATE 

RACE 2 THE WGOBA AGM – 20TH MAY 8.30PM S8 350 20:07 = TRAP 3 GORTROE LADY 

RACE 3 THE UPCOMING EVENTS S7 350 20:22=TRAP 6 KILBANNON LOUISE

RACE 4 THE NEW RESTAURANT OFFERS A5 525 20:37 = TRAP 6 SPRINGWELL SHEBA 

RACE 5 FUNDRAISING AT THE DOGS S6 350 20:52 = TRAP 5 DANMAR JOHNNY

RACE 6 FUNDRAISING AT THE DOGS A3 550 21:07 = TRAP 5 WANGANUI 

RACE 7 THE EHS AT GALWAY A4 525 SEMI-FINAL 21:22 = TRAP 6 SUMMERFIELD HOPE 

RACE 8 THE EHS AT GALWAY A4 525 SEMI-FINAL 21:37 = TRAP 4 LISCARRA BONUS

RACE 9 THE ONLINE BOOKINGS A2 550 21:52 = TRAP 6 PORTUMNA ZERO (NAP) 

RACE 10 THE HIT OR BUST A1 525 22:07 = TRAP 3 HEADLEYS VICTOR 

Galway Bay fm newsroom – Animal cruelty campaigners will hold a demonstration ahead of the beef summit in Ballinasloe this afternoon (9/5) in a call against live exports.

The voluntary group called ‘Compassion in World Farming Ireland’ says unweaned calves are being treated inhumanely by being transported on long journeys abroad.

The protest is being held as the Minister for Agriculture and other key stakeholders are due to address the Beef Summit which is being held at the Shearwater Hotel.

The Beef Summit is led by The Irish Farmers Journal to bring together policy makers and industry leaders.

The beef plan movement is also planning to hold a peaceful protest at the event in a call to rejuvenate the sector.

The live export protest gets underway at 4.30pm, with the summit due to begin at 7pm.

At 4, hear Caroline Rowley – spokesperson for Compassion in World Farming Ireland…

Galway Bay fm newsroom- There has been a significant reduction in the volume and value of farmed salmon produced on the Connemara coast.

Statistics from Bord Iascaigh Mhara indicate a poor year last year for the salmon farming industry both locally and nationally.

Almost two and a half thousand tons of farmed salmon was produced in Connemara in 2018 but that was significantly down on the previous year.

For more on this story tune into FYI Galway @ 5

Galway Bay fm newsroom – The decision by the city council to allow Lidl open a new store at Wellpark in the city is being opposed.

Earlier this year, Radical Properties Unlimited Company was granted planning permission for the former PC World premises in Wellpark to be transformed into a Lidl discount supermarket.

However, that decision has been appealed to An Bord Pleanála.

RGDATA, the representative association for independent family-owned grocery outlets has lodged an appeal against the new Lidl store.

The group says the development of a Lidl store ‘out of centre’ goes against Retail Planning Guidelines which aim to protect the viability of the city centre.

RGDATA also claims that the Lidl store would go against the zoning of the area and there would be inadequate car parking.

A second appeal has also been lodged with An Bord Pleanála against the Lidl development at Wellpark.

A city resident argues that the development conflicts with the City Development Plan, because the area is zoned for bulky goods retail use.

A decision is due from An Bord Pleanála in August.

Joyces Hardware & Home have a Garden centre sale THIS WEEKEND ONLY! Join Marc Roberts and Jon Richards on Saturday from 12-6 as they bring all the fun from Joyces Hardware & Home this Saturday and Sunday, with great deals for your garden – Buy 2 get the 3rd free on all bedding, patio plants, shrubs, trees & hedging!

If you miss us at Joyces Hardware & Home on Saturday than don’t fret as we are BACK on Sunday, from 12-2 with Marc Roberts for more of the Garden Centre Sale which finishes Sunday so make sure you get in to get a great deal.

At Joyces Hardware & Home they provide a comprehensive range of top quality products at competitive prices. Their commitment to providing customers with outstanding service and quality goods is paramount to the success as a company.

Established in 1951, the store holds over 30,000 products and it is their large range of quality products that has helped build their reputation as one of the leading home suppliers in the West. One primary aim is to offer products at the best price possible and as a member of the Allied Merchants Buying Association (AMBA), they have found this to be even more achievable as bulk buying means offering customers a better deal. Over the years Joyces Hardware & Home have established and maintained firm relationships with leading suppliers in Ireland and Europe.

They deliver to Ireland and the UK and will cater for international deliveries.

To find out more information click HERE

Keith spoke concerns in Oughterard; Broadband; Darkness into Light; and an emotional and mental health summit

Galway Bay fm newsroom – A major new mixed-use development on the east side of the city, which will include a public realm or open space amenity, is set to be built.

Evolution Asset Holdings Limited has secured planning permission for the major development in Doughiska.

The development will be carried out in a phased basis on lands located between Doughiska Road and the eastern approach dual carriageway and the junction of Sraith Fhada.

It will include 130 apartments with a lounge, foyer and meeting rooms with tennis courts at roof level. For more on this story tune in to The News@1 for Galway…

Salford City are playing in the National League Play-Off Final tomorrow at Wembley and a win would take them up to League Two.

Tuam man Rory Gaffney, who was on the bench for the semi-final, has scored 11 goals in all competitions this season.

In June 2018, Gaffney transferred from Bristol Rovers to the Greater Manchester club.

The former Mervue United striker is no stranger to the Football League, as he played two seasons in League One for Rovers in 2016/17 and 2017/18.

Salford City have had a remarkable rise up the levels of English football ever since 2014. This is partly due to the ownership group of businessman Peter Lim – the owner of Valencia CF, and the Class of 92. Gary and Phil Neville, Nicky Butt, Paul Scholes, Ryan Giggs and recently David Beckham all have stakes in the club.

Salford beat Eastleigh 4-3 on penalties after a 1-1 draw in the semi-final. Gaffney and his teammates will be hoping it is not as tight this time.

Tomorrow’s game is live on BT Sport 1, coverage beginning at 2
pm and kick-off at 3 pm.

Galway Bay fm newsroom – A County Councillor says a fire at a long-vacant hotel in Oughterard shows the urgent need to introduce rates on derelict properties.

It’s after a blaze broke out at the former Corrib Hotel at Main Street in the town shortly after midnight.

It’s believed there may have been antisocial behavior at the site prior to the blaze and Gardai are conducting a technical examination.

Councillor Tom Welby says it’s not the first incident at the site, which has been vacant for almost 10 years and is understood to be owned by an investment fund.

Independent Councillor Welby says something needs to be done to encourage the redevelopment of such properties. For more on this story tune in to Galway Bay fm news on the hour…

Listen back to highlights of Galway Bay FM’s commentary on Galway and Carlow’s League encounter that ended in a draw last February