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Convener’s Christmas Message 2024
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Christmas is celebrated in many ways, but above all it is about spending quality time together with loved ones during the holiday season. It is also a time to rekindle relationships we have with our…
Last updated 22 June 2026
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Gift of Christmas tree from Norway arrives
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A special festive gift for the Orkney community has arrived in the county overnight.
Last updated 22 June 2026
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Step into Christmas with Orkney’s tree lighting festivities!
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Join communities across Orkney in “Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree” as we confirm the festive season tree lighting ceremonies for 2024!
Last updated 22 June 2026
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Shining a Light on Care Experienced Week 2024
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Saturday the 19th of October marks the start of Care Experienced week across Scotland, a week with a purpose to celebrate every child, young person and adult with experience of care and their…
Last updated 22 June 2026
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“Impressive” war memorial stands out for second year running
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The Kirkwall and St Ola War Memorial has received a plaudit from the Royal British Legion Scotland Highlands and Islands area for the second year running.
Last updated 22 June 2026
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Joint exhibition marks 50-year friendship borne out of a love of art
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A 50-year friendship borne out of a love of art sees a special reunion taking place with a new joint exhibition at the Orkney Museum.
Last updated 22 June 2026
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Shout out for island voices ahead of Orkney 2025
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Local folk are being urged to submit stories and writing showcasing island life for a special public arts project centred on island identity, as the county prepares for visitors from around the world…
Last updated 22 June 2026
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Making their move! ‘Pieces of Orkney’ Young Enterprise Company of the Year heading to Hampden final
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Let’s hope it’s “checkmate” for our local Young Enterprise Company of the Year - Stromness Academy’s Pieces of Orkney – in the national finals at Hampden Park in Glasgow next week.
Last updated 22 June 2026
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Norway visit 'special and memorable' says Council Convener
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The ties of friendship and shared history between Orkney and Norway were strengthened further this week as representatives from the Council and the Orkney Norway Friendship Association joined their…
Last updated 22 June 2026
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Dementia Awareness Week invitation
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Dementia Awareness Week starts on Monday 27 May, and there is a fantastic array of events on offer - from special cinema screenings and singalongs to a bingo bonanza, there's something for everyone!
Last updated 22 June 2026
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Orkney's artefacts 'absolutely essential' to understanding our past, says Mary Beard
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Eminent historian Professor Mary Beard visited Orkney last week to formally open an exhibition of two decades of findings from the Ness of Brodgar excavation.
Last updated 22 June 2026
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Orkney and Norway links further strengthened
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The links between Orkney and Norway will be further strengthened when representatives from the Council and the Orkney Norway Friendship Association attend a number of anniversary events in May to…
Last updated 22 June 2026
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Two exciting Arts opportunities revealed in run up to Orkney hosting 2025 International Island Games
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Orkney Islands Council is seeking a local Scrivener/Story Gatherer and a Sound Artist to deliver two exciting projects celebrating Orkney against the backdrop of the 2025 International Island Games.
Last updated 22 June 2026
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Tree Lighting Festivities Underway
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Kirkwall’s Christmas tree – a gift from Norway - will be lit up this Saturday (December 2) as part of a series of outdoor tree lighting ceremonies kickstarting the festive season
Last updated 22 June 2026
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'Atmospheres' - A brand new exhibition by local artist Russell Gilmour
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Next week sees the opening of a new exhibition at the Orkney Museum, Tankerness House, Kirkwall.
Last updated 22 June 2026
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Roads update for week starting Monday 16 October
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A summing up of road delays and closures underway or soon to start in the county due to works, events or cruise, and impacts on public bus services - for week starting Monday 16 October:
Last updated 22 June 2026
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Roads update for week starting Sunday 8 October 2023
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A summing up of road delays and closures underway or soon to start in the county due to works, events or cruise, and impacts on public bus services - for week starting Sunday 8 October 2023.
Last updated 22 June 2026
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Best Kept War Memorial a credit to all involved
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Congratulations to Kirkwall and St Ola Community Council and the Royal British Legion Kirkwall branch for their success at the 2023 Legion Scotland ‘Best Kept War Memorial’ competition recently.
Last updated 22 June 2026
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Triple Recognition for Orkney attractions in Tripadvisor Awards
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Three of Orkney’s council-run cultural heritage attractions have been awarded a 2023 Traveller’s Choice Award by TripAdvisor.
Last updated 22 June 2026
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Treat yourself to a new job at St Magnus Café!
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Staff from the Kirkwall Community Centre’s St Magnus Café say it’s a great place to work with regular and visiting customers who value the service on offer.
Last updated 22 June 2026