Would you like to be part of the leadership team at Orkney’s largest secondary school – living and working in a community that cares with a lifestyle that is second to none?

Motivated and enthusiastic staff supported by strong leadership, an excellent setting and a positive ethos around learning and play at St Andrews Nursery has led to “happy” children who “laugh, giggle and have fun”.

That’s according to Inspectors from the Care Inspectorate who carried out an unannounced visit to the new upgraded nursery during the week that it reopened following the Easter holidays.

The ball is in your court as we rally the local community for nominations for the Orkney Sports Hall of Fame.

Do you know someone who deserves to be inducted into this elite club?

Motorbike enthusiast Mark Groat took part in the Rider Refinement training scheme to enhance his motorbike skills  – and would encourage others to give it a go.

There’s no lecturing on riding responsibly, he says – it’s all about getting tips to read the road better, assessing your riding and getting pointers on what to do to keep yourself as safe as possible.

A new scheme has been launched by the Council and partner agencies in Orkney to try and ensure families in the county are receiving all they are entitled to.

“Let’s Talk Money” has been launched by Council Quality Improvement Officer, Wendy Bowen, as she strives to ensure that children do not miss out on achieving and attaining at school as a result of financial strains within the home.