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A trust fund is inviting applications for support towards educational projects that benefit people in Orkney.

A Christmas tree collection service for households on the Orkney mainland within 30mph areas will take place in early February.

Amended plans for a potential Council-owned wind farm in Hoy have been presented to the local community this week.

A grant scheme run by Orkney Islands Council aimed at helping community groups tackle isolation and improve connectivity through transport closes for applications on 1 February.

The New Year community learning guide is now available.

Orkney Islands Council has agreed to proceed with plans to demolish the former Papdale Halls of Residence in Kirkwall in order to clear the site for potential development.

Passengers from one of Europe's most prestigious cruise lines have rated Kirkwall as their top Northern Europe and Scandinavian European cruise destination.

A public consultation drop-in session is due to be held in Hoy early in the new year to update the community on plans for a wind farm on the island.

Council Convener Harvey Johnston visited the Royal Mail’s Kirkwall delivery office today to see first-hand the Christmas post operation and pass on Season’s Greetings to the hardworking staff.

Applications are invited to the Community Transport Grant Scheme for 2019/2020.