“Apart from the big number of Wheatears (of the Greenland race) and the White-rumped Sandpiper of north
American origin, the bulk of the arrivals were from the NE. “
Stronsay Recent Bird Sightings
Tory Bill Threatens Our Food Safety & Protections
This Bill also directly impacts on protections in relation to the safety and composition of baby foods and other vulnerable groups could also be affected.
Arcadia Park: It’s Blooming Lovely
The park now contains a myriad of paths, some just grass tracks that disappear between trees.
Mayan Use of Mercury: A Health Threat Then & Today
Mercury and mercury-containing products were frequently used by the Maya of the Classic Period, between 250 and 1100 CE. This pollution is in places so heavy that even today, it poses a potential health hazard for unwary archaeologists.
Arcadia Park : How It Has Grown
A look back as today, Saturday 24th of September, Arcadia Park, is officially opened.
Celebrate the Birthday of Arctic Explorer Dr John Rae
Two public events are planned to mark the 209th birthday of Orphir-born Arctic Explorer John Rae on Friday September 30th
Islands Funding: Fair or No Fair ?
The National Islands Plan “will see a total of £8.3 million invested in critical infrastructure projects.” John Swinney, Deputy First Minister of Scotland
#Covid Pressures on Hospitals in Scotland Weekly Update
The number of COVID-19 patients in hospital is an indicative measure of the pressure on hospitals, as these patients still require isolation from other patients for infection control purposes.
80 #Covid Related Deaths in Scotland Since Last Update
There were 40 Covid related deaths on the week ending 5th September. There were 40 Covid related deaths on the week ending 12th September.
Car Free Day ?
It is supposed to be a day when people wherever they live can experience walking or cycling about without the hassle of negotiating a route shared with private cars.
