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25 April 2023
Hoy on Hoy programme announced
Hoy is set to enjoy a visit by champion cyclist and Olympian Sir Chris Hoy this weekend (29 April).
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25 April 2023
Bus, ferry and Museum changes for 'Hoy on Hoy' event
The Council is advising of changes to public transport and to Scapa Flow Museum opening times as a result of the ‘Hoy on Hoy’ events this Saturday (29 April 2023).
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25 April 2023
Final call for applications to the Council’s £200 Cost of Living grant
There’s still time to get your application in for the Council’s Cost of Living £200 grant before the closing date of Sunday 30 April.
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25 April 2023
Unpaid carers encouraged to attend Orkney Carers’ Conference
Unpaid carers in Orkney are being encouraged to attend a unique event in the county during May that will look at the key challenges they face on a daily basis – and, crucially, the support available…
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25 April 2023
Car park machine changes and summer parking fees reminder
Folk in Orkney have driven home their message re the car park machine key pads being a bit of a nuisance when it comes to entering vehicle registration details.
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24 April 2023
Project Neptune consultation drop-in
Chair of the Independent Ferries Community Board, Angus Campbell, will be in Orkney on Wednesday 3 May to listen to people’s views on the Scottish Government’s Project Neptune and the future of local…
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21 April 2023
PEPA launches online survey to firm up final play area design and equipment
PEPA – the group behind the creation of a new play area within the Papdale East Community Park – has launched an online survey to gauge folk’s final thoughts on the play park design and equipment.
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20 April 2023
Roadworks roundup – Monday 24 April
Here’s the latest roundup of roadworks underway or soon to start in Orkney from Monday 24 April.
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20 April 2023
Dressed to impress for a right royal occasion!
The Council’s Wendy Bowen has the golden touch when it comes to sewing, creating a number of her own outfits from scratch.
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20 April 2023
Kirkwall Pop-Up Prom Date Changed
The Kirkwall Pop-Up Prom dates to book your place to find a special free outfit have changed.
