“The whole thing’s coming round again,” he muttered. “It’s as if we’re living upon a wheel. As if the whole Earth is felloed with madness and death.”
‘As the Women Lay Dreaming’ By Donald S. Murray
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A woman of independent mind.
On this day, 13th of October in 1713, Allan Ramsay was born.
He was to become one of Scotland’s greatest portrait painters.
Sullom Voe Workers Reject EnQuest’s Restructuring Plans
93 % of workers who are members of Unite the Union voted to reject Enquests’ proposed changes to terms and conditions
Arran’s Ancient Sites Revealed by New Technology
A thousand previously unknown archaeological sites on the Isle of Arran have been revealed using the latest technology by archaeologists with Historic Environment Scotland.
Scotland’s Transport Bill :Supporting Public Transport
“The Bill supports our efforts to make public and sustainable transport the preferred travel options.”
Are You Registered To Vote?
Reminders have now been sent to all properties in Orkney who have not yet responded to Electoral Registration Household Enquiry forms issued earlier this year.
Binscarth Wood On An Autumn Day
“Leaves are falling, all around, time I was on my way……… “ – Ramble On – Led Zeppelin
Gates at Brodgar: Conservation V Tourism
“While we recognise that fencing and gating can be visually intrusive, it has been necessary to install a robust structure to withstand the high winds in Orkney.”
Brexit Will Hit Orkney Hard Concludes Report
A report published by the Scottish Government this week has painted a bleak picture for Orkney as one of the areas worst hit by Brexit.
365 At The Gable End Theatre, Hoy
A fascinating project called 365: Stories and Music sees Aidan O’Rourke perform with pianist and harmonium player Kit Downes this Friday 11th October at the Gable End Theatre, Hoy, and the touring […]
