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Bird keepers in Orkney are being urged to be vigilant as a case of wild bird flu was confirmed in South Ronaldsay by the Animal and Plant Health Agency (APHA) on Wednesday 5 February. 

A deep commitment to sustainable ocean management led to the Council’s Danny Morris being shortlisted for the Ocean and Coastal Futures Bob Earll Award 2025. 

Councillors have agreed a policy on how composite classes are made up in primary schools where more than one age group needs to be put together. 

The 20th anniversary of Smiddybrae House is fast approaching and staff are holding an event to gather ideas from the community as to how best to mark the occasion.  

The hidden meanings behind some of Orkney’s iconic grave markers are the subject of the Orkney Museum’s first exhibition of 2025. 

Orkney Transport has been awarded the contract to continue running the cruise shuttle bus service locally. 

Tenants using the Council’s sheltered housing service at Lambaness and Rae’s Close have praised a “dedicated” staff team who support them, according to the Care Inspectorate. 

The ‘ultimate goal’ of a senior rugby cap for Scotland is within ‘touchline’ distance for Cailynn Williamson who has secured a place in the nation’s U18 Caledonia squad. 

Following a successful competitive tendering process, Orkney Islands Council, Shetland Islands Council and Comhairle nan Eilean Siar have appointed a consultant to investigate the feasibility of a visitor levy scheme for each of the island's authorities. 

A summing up of road delays and closures due to road works underway or soon to start in the county - for the week starting Monday 3 February 2025.