The current state of readiness for coastguard search-and-rescue helicopters will be protected, it was announced today (Tuesday, January 14). Orkney and Shetland MP, Alistair Carmichael, has welcomed the news that the service out of Sumburgh and Stornaway will be safeguarded at the existing response time of 15 minutes during the daytime and 45 minutes at […]
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Orkney Islands councillors have voted not to shell out a further £100,000 on consultants as they seek out the best way to reinforce the Churchill Barriers. A bid to update costs and carry out a new options appraisal on how to minimise weather-hit closures of the link between the Mainland and Burray,  South Ronaldsay, Lamb […]
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This week’s edition of The Orcadian is now available in shops and online. The front page details how Destination Orkney is set for a “fresh start” which could includes moves to take on Kirkwall tourist information centre, which was currently scheduled to close next year. Also inside: Orkney born MSP  apologies for football trips Kirkwall […]
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A mum who went to hell and back to bring her baby girl into the world is raising awareness of the rare condition she battled throughout her pregnancy. On December 29, 2022, Kasia and Euan Barnett welcomed their beautiful daughter Grace into the world. It was a special moment for the couple in all the […]
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A society in the name of a famous Orcadian explorer will lead events marking what would have been his 211th birthday, this Monday. The John Rae Society will be taking part in its traditional graveside commemoration at the St Magnus Cathedral kirkyard, before hosting a special event this evening focused on fundraising efforts. The society […]
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