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18 October 2023
X10 Bus to Hatston Ferry
Please be aware that the X10 public service bus will depart at the earlier time of 6:45pm from the Kirkwall Hotel to run in accordance with the arrival of the Kirkwall/Aberdeen/Lerwick ferry at…
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17 October 2023
Storm Babet
Batten down the hatches and tie down the trampolines folks!
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16 October 2023
Get More for Your Money
Looking to boost your financial skills? The Learning Link are running a free 'Get More for Your Money' programme, Mondays from October 30th to December 4th, 10 - 11:30 am 📚 Learn how to: ✅ Prioritise…
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16 October 2023
Barriers reminder as windy season starts
With the windy season getting underway, Orkney Islands Council and local emergency services partners are reminding drivers in the county how they can keep informed about conditions at the Churchill…
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13 October 2023
Kirkwall’s coastal flood protection barriers are being deployed
Kirkwall’s coastal flood protection barriers are being deployed today as a precautionary measure following the Flood Warning issued by SEPA, and as part of routine winter preparations. It is…
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13 October 2023
Trio of Orkney Councillors in running for National Awards
Former Deputy Leader praises his colleagues for being recognised for their ambitions for Orkney
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13 October 2023
Roads update for week starting Monday 16 October
A summing up of road delays and closures underway or soon to start in the county due to works, events or cruise, and impacts on public bus services - for week starting Monday 16 October:
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11 October 2023
Glaitness Primary champions anti racism with help from KGS Anti Racism Group
Glaitness Primary School is tackling racism on multiple fronts with help from the KGS Anti Racism group, whose recent work includes securing education resources for the Orkney community.
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10 October 2023
Bins advice for windy days
It’s that time of year when wind can cause mischief and disruptions for the county’s bin collections.
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6 October 2023
The Learning Link - Confidence with Maths
Confidence with Maths is a 10-week programme that is aimed at people aged 19+ who have anxiety around numbers and maths and want to overcome their fears by learning in a relaxed, supportive and…
