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Voters in Orkney are reminded that their Community Council ballot papers must be returned by October 12.

A ceremony in Stromness this weekend will bestow the Freedom of Orkney upon explorer Dr John Rae.

Local businesses are being reminded about the Council’s forthcoming ‘Meet the Buyer’ day – as the final programme for the event is announced.

Orkney Islands Council has given its approval for the purchase of a new pilot launch.

The Scottish Parliament’s Rural Economy and Connectivity Committee will hold a public meeting in Orkney on Monday evening (2 October).

A Sustainable Energy Strategy for Orkney was launched as part of the official opening of the world leading Surf ‘n’ Turf project.

The pioneering Surf 'n' Turf hydrogen community energy project has been launched in Orkney by the Scottish Government's Business, Innovation and Energy Minister, Paul Wheelhouse.

Groups in Orkney who are looking to carry out a community based project are being urged to consider applying for Orkney Islands Council’s ‘perfect package’ of funding – the LEADER fund and the Community Development Fund.

The Council is reminding residents of funding that could help cut fuel bills and keep homes warm this winter.

Ideas for highlighting Kirkwall’s heritage are being displayed to the public early next month.