Indulge in a little escapism here with a wee bit of Sleeping Beauty through both Margot Fontaine and Tchaikovsky.
Poetry Corner Sleeping Beauty
More of Ancient Kirkwall Revealed by Town Improvements
The archaeologists from ORCA Archaeology discovered sections of wall that were part of the St Magnus Cathedral Close
Sleepless Nights: Pumpkins and Mistletoe
Several years ago I thought Halloween was done for me
Maree Todd: “If we truly want Scotland to be the best place in the world to grow up, equal protection is necessary.”
“I was delighted to see the Children (Equal Protection from Assault) (Scotland) Bill passed by MSPs last Thursday evening by 84 votes to 29.”
The Final Crossing
“There’s been a major stooshie about plans to turn Stranraer into a lorry park in the seemingly inevitable event of a no-deal Brexit and the likelihood of increased freight through Cairnryan “
Film Corner with Njal Heddle: Ready Or Not (2019)
Bride and Prejudiced and Purges.
Orkney Labour Party Welcomes Corbyn’s Pledge to Replace Universal Credit
“It must be a true safety net that treats people with dignity and respect.”
Scottish Veterans Fund Open
“It is our aim to make Scotland the destination of choice for those who have previously served in the Armed Forces”
Learning From Other Island Communities
One highly innovative way in finding out how other communities are adapting to and coping with the challenges of climate change is The Virtual Island Summit.
All Under One Banner Edinburgh
Saturday saw the biggest March to take to the streets of Edinburgh, The Orkney News was there too.
