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20 March 2026
A stalwart of the Stromness community retires after 36 years of service
Orkney Islands Council is marking the retirement of Anita Park, who stepped down as Centre Supervisor last week after 36 years of dedicated service at Stromness Community Centre.
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16 March 2026
Notice of Election - Scottish Parliament Election 2026 for the Orkney Islands Constituency
1. An election is to be held for a Constituency Member to serve in the Scottish Parliament for the Orkney Islands Constituency.
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16 March 2026
Notice of Election - Scottish Parliament Election 2026 for the Highlands and Islands Region
1. An election is to be held for 7 members to serve in the Scottish Parliament for the Highlands and Islands Region.
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13 March 2026
Orkney Ferries expands satellite internet across fleet after successful trial
Following a successful nine-month trial funded by the Scottish Government on Orkney Ferries’ Northern Isles routes, satellite internet has been permanently rolled out across its fleet this year,…
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11 March 2026
Strynd Nursey to relocate
The Strynd Nursery in Kirkwall is set to relocate to the brand-new nursery facility in the town.
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10 March 2026
Orkney’s 5th Parasport Festival
There were smiles all round as a group of children and young people tried a variety of sports during Orkney’s 5th Parasport Festival last week.
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10 March 2026
Recycling collection update - Shapinsay
Due to vehicle issues, there will be no recycling collection on Shapinsay tomorrow (Wednesday 11 March). We apologise for any inconvenience.
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10 March 2026
Kirkwall Grammar School marks 10 years with YPI
A pair of third year students, Tara Thomas and Ella MacGregor, from KGS have secured a grant of £3,000 for The Peedie Retreat through The Wood Foundation’s Youth and Philanthropy Initiative (YPI).…
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9 March 2026
Waste collection update - Westray
Due to vehicle breakdowns, there will be no waste collection on Westray today (9 March). Collections will instead take place on Monday 16 March. We apologise for any inconvenience.
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6 March 2026
Roads update for week starting 09/03/2026
A summary of road delays and closures due to road and building/utility works and events for the week starting Monday 09/03/2026.
