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Scottish bird keepers have until this Sunday, 1 December 2024, to register the location of their birds on the new ‘Scottish Kept Bird Register’ (SKBR)

Simpson & Brown have been appointed to carry out a quinquennial (five year) survey of St Magnus Cathedral. 

A feasibility study is being carried out to identify and explore ways of making Ferry Road in Stromness a more attractive and accessible route for young people walking, wheeling and cycling to school. 

Stenness Nursery has been successful in winning national library funding to further open up the world of reading to its children and young people. 

With Active Schools (AS) celebrating its 20-year anniversary in 2024, we are delighted to introduce and thank the team who continue to deliver the service throughout our islands. 

The Orkney Islands Area Licensing Board has received an application for occasional licence from Timothy Dodman for Papa Westray Community School Hall.

The Orkney Islands Area Licensing Board has received an application for occasional licence from Birsay Community Association for Birsay Community Hall.

It’s that time of year when folks are detangling their fairy lights, getting their Christmas trees down from the loft – or perhaps considering purchasing a live tree. Here's some tips to help you decide which type of tree is for you.

A summing up of delays and closures on our roads due to works and events - for the week starting 25 November 2024.

A section of the West Pier in Stronsay – known locally as ‘the fisherman’s pier’ - will be closed from early next week following concerns raised after a recent inspection.