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8 March 2022
International Women's Day - with Lord Lieutenant Elaine Grieve and Vice Lt Dr Sarah Scarth
For International Women's Day, we've gathered a few thoughts from Orkney's Lord Lieutenant Elaine Grieve - the first woman in the role in Orkney - and her recently appointed Vice Lord Lieutenant, Dr…
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8 March 2022
Just Dance Quiz - United with Ukraine
Folk in Orkney are thinking out of the box when it comes to helping others in Ukraine.
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8 March 2022
Rendall Shop - United with Ukraine
Like many others Westray’s Nicki Hellewell has found watching the news footage on the war in Ukraine horrendous.
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8 March 2022
International Women’s Day – Head Teacher Claire Meakin
Historically, teaching is a highly gendered profession.
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8 March 2022
Behind the Headlines – Isles Swimming Pools
You will be aware that COVID-19 has led to challenges in terms of resource and maintenance in some of our facilities – in particular the four swimming pools in the isles.
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7 March 2022
Macarons for Ukraine - United with Ukraine
We are continuing to share the efforts to which many local folk and businesses have gone to, to help the people of Ukraine.
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7 March 2022
Granny's Box - United with Ukraine
Many of Orkney’s home bakers are putting their talents to good use – raising funds to support the people of Ukraine.
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7 March 2022
West of Orkney Windfarm announces first public consultation event
West of Orkney Windfarm announces first public consultation event
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4 March 2022
“Gaan The Distance For Ukraine” – The Orcadian newspaper and McAdie & Reeve join forces
The Orcadian and McAdie & Reeve have joined forces to launch a local appeal that will see the delivery of vital items to the people of Ukraine in their time of need.
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4 March 2022
Michelle, Steph and Angela - United with Ukraine
“I have never been so proud to call Orkney my home” – the words of Michelle Green, whose sister has fled Ukraine
