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Kirkwall News

Our What’s On Kirkwall guide has the latest events not to miss while you visit Kirkwall – there’s always something going on, so don’t miss out on the latest exhibitions, shows and more on your trip to Kirkwall by checking out our Kirkwall News page.

East Mainland teams triumph in goal-packed day of Parish Cup action

Holm and St Andrews have booked their place in the semi-finals of the Parish Cup after a goal-packed day of football. The first match saw St Andrews take on Sanday with the north isles men leading 3-2 from the first leg. The isles team scored first, but helped on by two goals a piece from […]
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‘Deeply concerned’ MSP calls out ‘unacceptable’ smart meter changeover costs

Reports of people being quoted a fee for switching over to a smart meter ahead of the RTS shutdown has left Orkney’s MSP “deeply concerned” and “shocked”. Liam McArthur has urged any constituents in need of a smart meter who are being quoted charges for installation costs to get in touch with the Orkney Parliamentary Office […]
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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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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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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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