Orkney2 days agoHighland raises no objection to Orkney wind farmThe West of Orkney Windfarm is 31 miles north west of Thurso and will have 125 turbines.2 days agoScotland4 Mar 2025Orkney councillors back 15% council tax rise Council leader Heather Woodbridge says the rise was about finding the right balance. 4 Mar 2025NE, Orkney & Shetland20 Feb 2025Cruise ship levy could raise £1m a year in OrkneyThe Scottish government is looking at giving local councils powers to charge taxes on cruise ships.20 Feb 2025NE, Orkney & Shetland15 Feb 2025'I was terrified' - Saoirse Ronan learns lambing for The OutrunBased on Amy Liptrot’s award winning memoir, the film is about a young woman returning to Orkney to deal with her past.15 Feb 2025NE, Orkney & Shetland9 Feb 2025The chapel still linking Orkney and Italy - 80 years after WW2 endedThe Italian Chapel was built and decorated by prisoners of war during World War Two. 9 Feb 2025NE, Orkney & Shetland31 Jan 2025Naval captain's ancient weapons gifted to OrkneyThe scimitar, mace and dagger belonging to Captain James Moodie date back to the 1600s.31 Jan 2025NE, Orkney & Shetland29 Jan 2025The Viking-style boat reviving traditional skillsA traditional Stroma yole - once smashed by a bull - is being returned to its former glory in Eyemouth.29 Jan 2025Scotland15 Jan 2025Excitement builds ahead of 2025 Island GamesSports managers in Jersey and Guernsey are making preparations for the Orkney event.15 Jan 2025UK15 Jan 2025Lorraine Kelly named Orkney Island Games hostThe presenter said it was a chance to showcase her "happy place" to the world ahead of the event this summer.15 Jan 2025NE, Orkney & Shetland...
