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Orkney Library and Archive to get an indoor facelift
Refurbishment works are due to get underway to further enhance our Orkney Library and Archive building in Kirkwall from 1 August.
21 July 2022
Council Cancer Challenge raises more than £11k at half-way point
The Council Cancer Challenge has raised over £11,000 for Cancer Research UK at the half-way point – more than double the original target - and donations continue to pour in.
21 July 2022
Avian flu update - public urged not to visit 23 Scottish islands including Calf of Eday, Swona and Muckle Skerry
Advice issued today from NatureScot is for public landings to stop on 23 Scottish islands, including islands in Orkney, to help limit the spread of avian flu and give seabirds the best possible chance to survive and recover from the current severe outbreak.
21 July 2022
Earl Thorfinn ferry out of service while leak investigated
A leak has been discovered in the hull of the Earl Thorfinn today Wednesday (20 July) - as a precaution the vessel is currently waiting at Westray pier while divers are arranged to take a look.
20 July 2022
Businesses encouraged to check out COVID Sense Scheme
Businesses, venues and organisations in Orkney are being encouraged to check out the Scottish Government's COVID Sense Signage scheme.
19 July 2022