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Let’s get physical!
A group of folk from Orkney’s care homes and day centres came together recently to enjoy a day of fun, friendship and fitness!
22 August 2023
Kalisgarth staff praised for “dedicated and compassionate” service
Staff at Kalisgarth and Very Sheltered Housing on Westray are “dedicated, compassionate and genuinely care for the people they support”.
And those receiving care feel “respected and valued” and are “very happy” with the service, according to the Care Inspectorate, following an unannounced inspection of the service between 26 April and 7 June 2023.
21 August 2023
Autumn programme of community learning opens for bookings from 17 August
Our Autumn programme of community learning opens for bookings from tomorrow, Thursday 17 August.
All classes are face to face. Concessions and pay-by-instalment available.
Book online at www.orkney.gov.uk/welearn - or call 01856 873535 (have your card ready).
16 August 2023
Assessment work underway at Glaitness Primary School dining hall following roof issues
Orkney Islands Council is carrying out detailed assessment work after a failure in the roof trusses of the Glaitness School Dining Hall was reported.
16 August 2023
Triple Recognition for Orkney attractions in Tripadvisor Awards
Three of Orkney’s council-run cultural heritage attractions have been awarded a 2023 Traveller’s Choice Award by TripAdvisor.
15 August 2023