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Orkney to host R100 drop-in events
A number of drop-in events are being held across Orkney this week for folk to find out a bit more about the Scottish Government’s R100 initiative and the opportunities it brings for accessing faster broadband.
3 October 2024
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Children learn in a “nurturing environment” at North Ronaldsay School, say inspectors
Children learn in a “nurturing environment with positive relationships evident” at North Ronaldsay Community School, Education Scotland inspectors have found.
1 October 2024
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Women and Girls in Sport Week - leading on sports development - Elaine Harcus
Leading on sports development at Orkney Islands Council is North o’ the Galt’s Elaine Harcus, who always knew she wanted to pursue a career in sport.
30 September 2024
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Electoral Registration reminder letters
If you have received a reminder letter from the Electoral Registration Office in the last few days, then you need to act.
30 September 2024
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Women and Girls in Sport Week - Helga Flett - pedalling her way to success
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.
30 September 2024
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Joint exhibition marks 50-year friendship borne out of a love of art
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.
30 September 2024
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Women and Girls in Sport Week - young “inspirational” Orkney kayaker selected for “Fit for Girls” programme
An Orkney kayaker is one of 11 “inspirational” girls from across Scotland chosen for a special Paddle Scotland’s “Fit for Girls” programme.
30 September 2024
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Cream of the crop as Orkney marks World School Milk Day!
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)!
27 September 2024
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Roads update for week starting 30 September 2024
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.
27 September 2024
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Artists and crafters – don’t miss once a year VACMA funding from Creative Scotland.
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.
26 September 2024