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Kirkwall News May 17, 2025

All-terrain wheelchair to improve access in Westray

Three specialist mobility aids have arrived in Westray, in an investment which is hoped to improve access for both residents and visitors to the island. An all-terrain wheelchair, and two all-terrain rollators have been purchased by the Westray Development Trust, and are free to borrow. The idea for the purchase came from the trust’s operation’s […]
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Kirkwall News April 8, 2025

Closure ruled out but franchise future for Kirkwall Post Office

Following confirmation that the Kirkwall Crown Post Office is to be franchised, Orkney and Shetland’s MP has called for “proper formal community engagement” over its future. Alistair Carmichael said today (Tuesday, April 8) that the move “will be concerning to many” and that what matters most is that “all the services we need are retained.” […]
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Kirkwall News March 25, 2025

Two teens charged in connection with playpark fire

Two teenage boys have been charged in connection with wilful fire-raising in Stromness. A bench was set on fire at the Postman Pat Playpark on Church Road, last Tuesday night. The fire was extinguished by the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service and there were no injuries. Police have confirmed that two boys, both aged 13, […]
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Kirkwall News March 6, 2025

Kirkwall lifeboat to undergo life-extending refit

Kirkwall RNLI will see a refit of its all-weather vessel, this year, as part of a programme to extend the lifespan of Severn-class lifeboats. Kirkwall’s Margaret Foster will have her engines overhauled, and a new “state-of-the-art” navigation system installed, according to the lifesaving charity. This news comes as the RNLI begins its third century of […]
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Kirkwall News February 14, 2025

Michael Ross campaign efforts ‘will continue’

Missing evidence from the Mumutaz murder hunt was deemed to contain “nothing of relevance” to the investigation. This was the conclusion reached by Police Scotland, as it has now upheld one of the complaints made about the handling of the investigation into the 1994 Kirkwall killing of Shamsuddin Mahmood. Supporters for the man convicted of […]
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New era sought for top hotel
by Alex Ross on September 11, 2026 at 3:26 pm
One of Orkney’s most celebrated hotels is looking for new owners to continue the hotel’s legacy as a multi-award-winning business in the heart of the West Mainland. Originally bought by Elma and Angus MacDonald in 1984, the Merkister Hotel quickly became the heart and soul of the family, with their children Lorna Munson and Jacquie The post New era sought for top hotel appeared first on The Orcadian Online.
Council leader gives birth to first child
by Ethan Flett on September 11, 2026 at 2:23 pm
Leader of Orkney Islands Council (OIC), Heather Woodbridge, has welcomed her first child, the local authority has announced. She is the first female council leader in Scotland to have a baby while in office, having given birth to the child on Thursday evening. OIC has released a statement in which Councillor Woodbridge and her husband The post Council leader gives birth to first child appeared first on The Orcadian Online.
Dancing Donna makes a difference
by Sarah Sutherland on September 11, 2026 at 11:39 am
Orkney is making an impact on the BBC Scotland Make A Difference Awards shortlist, as a dance and fitness instructor is recognised for her efforts in the community. Donna Cuthbertson was “gobsmacked” to be named a finalist in the awards. The shortlist also features star charity fundraiser Gregor Corse. Donna has been nominated for The The post Dancing Donna makes a difference appeared first on The Orcadian Online.
Call renewed for Orkney point-of-entry levy
by Sarah Sutherland on September 10, 2026 at 4:01 pm
Orkney should be able to collect a levy from tourists as they enter the county, Scotland’s Deputy First Minister has been told. The point was reiterated, on Wednesday, by Orkney MSP Liam McArthur, as he called on Jenny Gilruth to ensure that the option of a point-of-entry levy will be made available to island local The post Call renewed for Orkney point-of-entry levy appeared first on The Orcadian Online.
Tomb of the Eagles celebrates a year under community ownership
by Sarah Sutherland on September 10, 2026 at 3:29 pm
The trust running the Tomb of the Eagles has marked a year since the historic site came into community ownership. The South Ronaldsay and Burray Development Trust (SRBDT) purchased the land on which the Neolithic chambered cairn, nearby Bronze Age site and visitor centre are located on September 1, last year. It is understood that The post Tomb of the Eagles celebrates a year under community ownership appeared first on The Orcadian Online.