Latest News
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Ferries frustration – Leader’s new call to First Minister
The Leader of Orkney Islands Council is asking for a rethink by the First Minister after receiving a “frustrating and disappointing” response to a call for fair funding for local ferry services.
4 February 2020
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The Life and Times of Orcadian Artist Jim Baikie
This Saturday sees the opening at the Orkney Museum, Tankerness House, of the exhibition “The Life and Times of Orkney Artist Jim Baikie”.
31 January 2020
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New head teacher for Papa Westray
A new head teacher has been appointed for Papa Westray Community School.
31 January 2020
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Your library in one app
Orkney Library and Archive’s round-the-clock borrowing service is expanding – with more titles available from early next week.
30 January 2020
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Elaine appointed Lord-Lieutenant
The Queen’s appointment of Elaine Grieve as the 21st Lord-Lieutenant for Orkney was warmly welcomed today (Wednesday 29 January).
29 January 2020
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Going for Gold
Two schools in Orkney have received prestigious Gold sportscotland School Sport Awards.
29 January 2020
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Italian Chapel appeal
An appeal for stories, letters and artefacts from the Italian Chapel Prisoners of War has been launched by the committee who look after the Lamb Holm place of worship.
27 January 2020
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Stromness road works - 27 to 31 January
Orkney Islands Council will be carrying out road maintenance on Victoria Street and Graham Place, Stromness, between Church Road and Dundas Street.
24 January 2020
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Bill thanked as he retires as Lord-Lieutenant
Tribute has been paid to Bill Spence on his retirement as Orkney’s Lord-Lieutenant.
22 January 2020
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Deadline for energy efficiency upgrades growing closer
Orkney Islands Council is advising that the closing date for funding to improve the energy efficiency of local homes is at the end of March 2020.
22 January 2020
