‘A win for islanders, by islanders’ — helicopter rescue service protected
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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Kirkwall set to be lit up by charity fundraising tractor run
The dark winter night will glow with light-laden tractors as Orkney’s farmers pull out all the stops once more for charity. Now in its fourth year, the Orkney Christmas Tractor Run will see all types of agricultural vehicles take over Kirkwall and maybe even beyond, in a festive treat. The run starts at 6pm from […]
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Barrier survey funding voted down
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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In this week’s Orcadian
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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Bonfire Night branded ‘sickening sight’ as relocation call reignited
Kirkwall’s stripped-back bonfire and fireworks display “did not deliver” on hopes to reduce its impact on birdlife, say animal rights campaigners. Families were separated as explosives filled the sky above their home, last night, according to a group calling for the annual event’s relocation. Event organisers have, this Sunday morning, confirmed plans to review the […]
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