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If you have received a reminder letter from the Electoral Registration Office in the last few days, then you need to act. 

Pedalling her way to success is Orkney’s Helga Flett, who has recently become a ‘Breeze Ride Leader’ and now arranges and leads free, inclusive bike rides for women of all abilities around the county. 

A 50-year friendship borne out of a love of art sees a special reunion taking place with a new joint exhibition at the Orkney Museum. 

An Orkney kayaker is one of 11 “inspirational” girls from across Scotland chosen for a special Paddle Scotland’s “Fit for Girls” programme. 

The bairns at Orkney’s schools – and two special visitors – enjoyed an “udderly” amazing menu dedicated to World School Milk Day on Wednesday (25 September)! 

A summing up of road delays and closures due to road works and events underway or soon to start in the county - for the week starting Monday 30 September 2024.

The Visual Artists and Craft Makers (VACMA) Award is now open for applications by Orkney artists, with a higher level of grant for experienced artists this year.

Passengers are reminded that with effect from Monday 30 September, Orkney Ferries Ltd will commence winter service with a knock on to some bus timetables too.

The ball is in your court as we rally the local community for nominations for the Orkney Sports Hall of Fame.