“I guess it may seem strange to celebrate a day of strike action by workers providing a lifeline service, but in the case of the HIAL air traffic controllers I think that I am justified.”
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Rhoda Grant MSP Criticises Underfunding of Drugs Support Services
Rhoda Grant, Labour MSP for the Highlands and Islands has described the latest figures for drugs deaths in Scotland as ‘devastating’ for individuals and their families.
Weather Forecast: Rather cloudy. Brighter later.
Winds will be light. Maximum temperature 15 °C.
The ‘Improving Lairds’ and the Learmonths of Housebay: Robert, followed by his son Donald Horne Learmonth.Part 2
From Records of a bygone age by Ian Cooper
The Sky Above You – August 2021
The Moon will be New on August 8th, and Full on August 22nd.
Plant Focus: Mint
Mint is grown for its leaves which are great chopped up fresh in a whole range of recipes and can be infused to make a refreshing ‘tea’.
A Bit Of An Odd Thing
“We wanted a specific volume of Ted Hughes’ poetry – ‘Flowers and Insects’. Mike asked Sheena in Tams Bookshop (aka Stromness Books & Prints”
Weather Forecast: Mainly dry and bright but the odd shower
Rather fresh northerly breeze, but slowly easing. Maximum temperature 13 °C.
Can I Tempt You?
“We ordered, and promptly received, our copy of the Orkney Archaeology Society calendar for 2022. “
Beginners Astronomy: Mars 3 – The Moons of Mars
“The two moons of Mars were discovered in 1877 by Asaph Hall. The largest crater on Phobos, the inner moon, is named ‘Stickney’, the maiden name of Asaph Hall’s wife, who encouraged him to keep looking when he was ready to give up. “