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Orkney amongst the latest areas to announce Supreme Court verdict rally

SINCE the date for the Supreme Court's indyref case verdict was announced, the number of rallies being held to react across Scotland has continued…

The National (Scotland)

Scottish chef Gordon Ramsay charging £400 a head for Hogmanay dinner without drinks

The 56-year-old celebrity chef is serving items including duck tea, Orkney scallops and roast veal at his flagship eatery in Chelsea.

Edinburgh Live

‘You should remain silent’: John Shuttleworth squares up to his own creator

Graham Fellows’ film Father Earth records the Sheffield comedian’s trip to Orkney with his dad – and a bid to step out of his alter ego’s shadow

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New island recycling scheme is 'key milestone' for Scotland

A NEW recycling initiative has been launched on Orkney in a “key milestone” ahead of Scotland's upcoming national deposit scheme.

The National (Scotland)

Edinburgh property: Inside the 'sea view' cottage half the price of a city flat

A cottage with a "sea view" has recently gone on the market in Orkney, and at just £70,000 it is around half the price of a standard one-bedroom flat in Edinburgh

Edinburgh Live

The happiest places to live in Scotland named

Scoring a brilliant 8.2/10 in Life Satisfaction, Orkney takes first place as the happiest place to live in Scotland.

Daily Record

Fixer-upper Scottish island cottage hits the market for £70k boasting a 'beautiful sea view'

The Scottish cottage is located in North Ronaldsay. This area is Orkney's most northerly island and the one bedroom home boasts some stunning sea views for a quiet retreat.

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OAP dies in hospital after horrific crash in Orkney as two others taken to hospital

Whilma Hutchison, 82, sadly passed away in hospital following the crash on Saturday, October 15.

Daily Record

Distilleries, golden eagles … and Macbeth: seven slow adventures in the Scottish Highlands and islands

Go at your own pace as you travel the path less followed – spend a morning foraging for lunch, learn to knit in Shetland or try aurora borealis hunting in Orkney this autumn and winter

The Guardian - UK

Pensioner dies in hospital after two-car crash in Orkney

Emergency services attended the scene of the collision near Finstown, where two male drivers and female passenger were left with injuries from the crash.

Daily Record

Three rushed to hospital after horror crash on A965 as road remains closed

Mercy crews sped to the Orkney road last night, with an investigation into the incident now underway.

Daily Record

Country diary: A rare floral resident on the cliffs

Yesnaby, Orkney: Scottish primroses grow only in a few remote spots and finding them is a matter of local knowledge

The Guardian - UK

Tory minister to travel to Orkney in 'desperate attempt' to shore up Union support

NADHIM Zahawi will travel to Orkney to chair the first meeting in a series designed to boost support for the Union throughout the UK.

The National (Scotland)

Ferry passengers seek compensation for injuries after vessel ran aground

Passengers injured when a ferry ran aground on the island of Swona in Orkney are taking legal action in a bid to receive compensation.

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Six passengers injured when a ferry ran aground in Orkney seek compensation

The incident happened around 2pm on July 5 during a crossing between Gills Bay, near John O'Groats in Caithness, and St Margaret's Hope on South Ronaldsay in Orkney.

The National (Scotland)

Visitor centre at iconic Scots landmark among projects sharing £4.45m island fund

A NEW visitor centre at one of Scotland’s most recognisable landmarks is among the projects to have received a share of a multi-million pound fund…

Daily Record

Orkney church to become 'heating hub' for locals who can't pay energy bills

St Margaret's Church in Orkney is inviting members of the community to spend their day at the facility if they can't afford to heat their homes this winter.

The National (Scotland)

Orkney and Fair Isle ‘chairmaking guardians’ raise awareness of endangered craft

TWO of the last remaining makers of Orkney and Fair Isle chairs are taking part in a special event to try to help turn round the fortunes of their…

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Daily Record

The best places to go in Scotland as Reddit launches staycation travel guide

The social media site is using Reddit users experiences to help pick the best places to go.

Daily Record

Torpedo destroyed on Scapa Flow seabed just metres from oil pipeline

A five-strong Explosive Ordnance Disposal team travelled 400-miles north from their base at Faslane to reach the scene near Orkney on Friday.

The National (Scotland)

Orkney-based green energy firm secures £8m funding for tidal turbine

A GREEN energy company says it has reached a milestone after securing £8 million of funding for its tidal turbine device.

The Independent UK

Orkney to host first UK-wide Islands Forum meeting

Island communities from around the UK will be represented at the meeting which will be chaired by Michael Gove.

The Guardian - UK

Country diary: Avian flu is devastating the seabirds of the Northern Isles

Birsay, Orkney: This catastrophe has global significance – at this time of year, Scotland hosts 46% of the world’s northern gannets

The Guardian - UK

Notes from a tranquil island: slow walking in Orkney

With its mesmerising seascape, the long, low green isle of Shapinsay is perfect for mindful exploration

Daily Record

Man charged in connection with body discovered in Orkney home

He is due to appear at Kirkwall Sheriff Court on Tuesday, June 21.

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