Seeking the “right care” in the “right place” will help relieve pressure on The Balfour, says NHS Orkney, amid an increase in hospital admissions.  All services are continuing to operate, including ...

Tomb of the Eagles, in South Ronaldsay, could be set to re-open. The mission to re-open a treasured archaeological site in South Ronaldsay has received a huge funding award from the Scottish Land ...

This week’s edition of The Orcadian is now available in shops and online. On the front page, the family behind Fernvalley Wildlife Centre say they are “tired of fighting” with Orkney Islands Council’s ...

April 2, 2025 at 10:49 am Jodie Brown and Sheila Fleet unveil the medals that will be used at the Orkney Island Games. One hundred days until the start of the Orkney Island Games has been marked today ...

Police in Kirkwall are seeking any information regarding damage that was caused to the tyres of vehicle that was parked on Earl Thorfinn Street. It is believed the damage occurred between 11.30pm, ...

A midwinter snap of an Orkney seabird has topped a prestigious photography competition. Keen photographer and Orkney resident, Nicki Gwynn-Jones won the Scottish Nature Photography Awards 2024 for her ...

Police are appealing for witnesses following a road traffic collision which damaged a dry stone wall in Birsay. Officers say the incident occurred on Friday, March 28, at the A967 close to the ...