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Poetry Corner: Our City Burned That Night

On this day in 1976 Sir Basil Spence, Scottish architect, died

local charities could not only raise much needed funds but also raise awareness about what they do in the community.

Sat 18th November 10 – 4pm Kirkwall Town Hall

I do like archaeology but I didn’t know just how much until I spent time on Orkney in Scotland

“I strongly believe that our local elected representatives cannot fail to support our case when the budget is presented by the Scottish Government.”

NHS Orkney met its four hour waiting time target during the first week of November – with 95.7% being seen, admitted or discharged within four hours,

Kathleen Leith nee Leask was born at 6 Graham Place in 1928. Her childhood stories paint a colourful picture of Stromness.

Empowering local communities is a catchy phrase but how can it be accomplished?

Saturday 18th November in the Kirkwall Town Hall. The doors open at 10am.

“due to enthusiastic coverage by both local and national broadcasters.”