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18 August 2017
Could you be a Community Councillor?
Elections for Orkney’s 20 Community Councils are now underway.
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18 August 2017
OIC staff survey results released
Orkney Islands Council has published the results of its latest staff survey.
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17 August 2017
School Journey Reminder
With pupils returning to school on Tuesday, the chair of the local Road Safety Forum is reminding local drivers to be extra vigilant on the roads.
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15 August 2017
Help record the wildlife at Happy Valley
Ever wondered what’s involved in wildlife recording? Head along to the Orkney Wildlife Information and Records Centre (OWIARC) ‘Bio Blitz’ in Happy Valley, pictured below, this Saturday 19 August…
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15 August 2017
Artists and craft makers fund reopens
A scheme aimed at helping local artists and craftspeople take their creative and business ideas to the next level is open again for applications, following renewed backing from Creative Scotland.
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11 August 2017
Gas safety awareness
An initiative to promote the safe use of gas in homes and businesses is being undertaking by Orkney Islands Council’s environmental health team.
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9 August 2017
Road repairs in Stromness next week
Orkney Islands Council is advising there will be road closures in Stromness next week as follows to enable road repairs to be carried out.
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8 August 2017
Exam results today for Orkney pupils
Pupils across Orkney will today (Tuesday 8 August) be receiving their examination results from the Scottish Qualifications Authority.
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7 August 2017
It might be summer - but get ready for cold weather ahead
The Council is advising householders to think ahead to winter – with funding available to keep homes warm and cut fuel bills.
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7 August 2017
Funding awarded for harbour overhaul in Westray
Orkney Islands Council has welcomed the announcement by the Scottish Government of £1.7 million in funding towards a major upgrade of the harbour at Pierowall in Westay.
