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An election is to be held for 7 members to serve in the Scottish Parliament for the Highlands and Islands Region.

Following a successful nine-month trial funded by the Scottish Government on Orkney Ferries’ Northern Isles routes, satellite internet has been permanently rolled out across its fleet this year, improving internet access and reliability for all users and crew.

The Strynd Nursery in Kirkwall is set to relocate to the brand-new nursery facility in the town.

There were smiles all round as a group of children and young people tried a variety of sports during Orkney’s 5th Parasport Festival last week. 

Due to vehicle issues, there will be no recycling collection on Shapinsay tomorrow (Wednesday 11 March).

A pair of third year students from KGS have secured a grant of £3,000 for The Peedie Retreat through The Wood Foundation’s Youth and Philanthropy Initiative (YPI). This marks the 10th year KGS has participated, meaning a total of £30,000 has been raised. 

Due to vehicle breakdowns, there will be no waste collection on Westray today (9 March).

A summary of road delays and closures due to road and building/utility works and events for the week starting Monday 09/03/2026.

Bus passengers in Orkney are the latest in the Highlands and Islands to benefit from a £2 cap on fares from Monday (March 9)

The Council is hosting a drop-in Meet the Buyer event on Monday 9 March from 9am at the Orkney Auction Mart, Kirkwall, where you can speak directly to officers from the roads and procurement teams, find out more about the opportunity, and get any questions answered before applying.