“That is a perfect description of this exhibition of photographs by Ian Collins. “
Not Just Concrete:Elegance, Beauty and the Unexpected in Orkney’s Wartime Remains
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A woman of independent mind.
“A no deal Brexit is by far the biggest threat to farming and to our successful food and drink sector.”
Fergus Ewing, the Rural Economy Secretary in the Scottish Government, has called on the UK Government to financially compensate Scottish farmers who will be hit extremely hard if there is a No Deal Brexit.
Poems for Valentines
Two poems on the theme of love – for Valentines and every day
Two New Tugs for Orkney Islands Council’s Marine Services.
The design and build contract for the 32-metre tugs was secured by Sanmar Shipyards of Turkey.
Stromness Academy Students’ Careers Week
Students at Stromness Academy have been taking part in a careers week to inspire and inform them of the variety of jobs available to them.
Dr John Rae Continues to Inspire
Orkney’s Dr John Rae has been voted as the most inspiring surveyor in RICS’ (Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors) Pride in the Profession Mappers category,
Orkney’s Budget
Council Tax charges should rise by 4.79%, which would increase the Band D annual charge from £1100 to £1153.
Time for Renewals for Personal Licence Holders
Personal licence holders in Orkney are being reminded that they must act now to ensure that they apply to renew their personal licences by 31 May this year – or risk losing them.
KGS 7 A-Sides A & B Squads
Kirkwall Grammar School 7 A-Sides Squad looking very professional in team strips sponsored by OFA – Orkney Fisheries Association.
Bus Blocking in St Margaret’s Hope
“If the bus can’t travel along the Back Road it has to take the new road instead and passengers waiting in the village miss their bus.”
