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16 May 2024
High point for coaching in Orkney as Linda Low takes up the development reins
Bringing a wealth of worldwide coach development knowledge and expertise to coaching in Orkney is Hall of Fame Sports Award winner and Island Games Ambassador, Linda Low.
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15 May 2024
“Valuable engagement” during Islands Forum
Council Leader Heather Woodbridge has described the fourth Islands Forum meeting as “incredibly valuable” in terms of engaging with the UK Government and other island leaders.
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14 May 2024
Changing lives thanks to The Learning Link and ‘Multiply’ numeracy programme
Robert Brown’s life had taken a turn for the worse – and he knew he had to do something to get back on the right path. He just wasn’t sure how.
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14 May 2024
Norwegian Constitution Day celebrations
Friday 17 May 2024 is a special day in the Orkney and Norway calendar, with the annual marking of Norwegian Constitution Day.
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10 May 2024
Retro gaming technique sees Joshua clinch national computing competition
“Outstanding problem-solving skills” helped an S3 student from Kirkwall Grammar School win a national competition aimed at raising the profile of Computing Science in schools.
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9 May 2024
Tackling rugby head on – Orkney's Cailynn Williamson secures her first Scottish cap
Aged just seven, Orkney’s Cailynn Williamson was the only young girl at rugby training.
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6 May 2024
“Solid as a rock” performance sees Hope win bronze at national bouldering competition!
Climbing onto the podium at a national bouldering competition to receive a bronze medal is a moment Orkney’s Hope Henderson will never forget.
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1 May 2024
“Hot Fire” staff training ensures lifeline air service to the isles
Everyone involved in the Council’s airfields operation to the Outer North Isles has a vital role to play in ensuring a safe and reliable service for the island communities.
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30 April 2024
Graeme is taking MS in his stride as he attempts ‘50k in May’ fundraiser
“I will do as much as I can, for as long as I can” - the positive attitude held by the Council’s Graeme Mainland who is learning to live and work with a Multiple Sclerosis diagnosis.
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30 April 2024
Blackening public toilet reminder
Orkney’s blackening season is in full swing once again.
