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23 February 2024
West of Orkney Windfarm invites Orkney public to ‘pop in’ for an update on the windfarm
Local people interested in the proposed West of Orkney Windfarm can pop in for an update from some of the project team.
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22 February 2024
Ringing the changes - OIC helps to block scam callers
The Council is reminding folk that call blockers are available on free loan to anyone experiencing nuisance or scam calls.
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22 February 2024
Going the extra mile - by car, plane, bus and ferry!
Two of our young Westray students are fulfilling their goal of attending football training - despite a journey across the sea!
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21 February 2024
Tributes made following the passing of Barbara Jolly at the age of 102
It’s with great sadness that we mark the passing of one of our oldest care home residents on Saturday 17 February – Barbara Jolly who was 102.
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20 February 2024
Orkney Islands Council Elects Scotland’s Youngest Council Leader
Councillor Heather Woodbridge was elected unopposed at this morning's meeting of the Full Council, replacing James Stockan who stepped down as an elected member on 5 February. At 29, Heather becomes…
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20 February 2024
Travel Centre closure for facelift
The Kirkwall Travel Centre is in need of some TLC and is closed off from today (Tuesday) for around a week while the building gets a peedie spruce up and a lick of paint.
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20 February 2024
Plea to help keep all adults safe in Orkney
“We all have a role to play in keeping adults safe and protected in Orkney.”
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20 February 2024
Countdown on for by-election candidates
The countdown is on for any candidates looking to stand in the Stromness and South Isles by electionThe election has been called following the retirement of Councillor James Stockan last…
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16 February 2024
Work to get underway on Dounby visitor improvements
Works are due to get underway this Spring on the installation of new community and visitor facilities in the centre of Dounby.
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15 February 2024
Rousay community transport helping to connect islanders to services - and to each other
Community transport in Rousay is helping people access vital services and build important social connections.
