Kirkwall10 Jul 2025Island Games: Everything you need to know about Orkney 2025What is the Island Games? Where is it being held? And how can I watch the sports involved? 10 Jul 20258 Jul 2025Orkney bonfire event cancelled over wildlife concernsConcerns were raised about the impact on local birdlife around Kirkwall during the event at the Peedie Sea.8 Jul 202521 May 2025Princess Royal to open Orkney's Island GamesAbout 2,000 athletes are expected as it hosts the week-long event for the first time.21 May 202519 May 2025Electric hydrofoil ferry begins trials in OrkneyIf it performs well over the coming weeks it could start carrying passengers later this summer.19 May 20259 Mar 2025How a BBC journalist saved a woman who walked into the seaLinda Sinclair has been recognised by the Royal Humane Society and Police Scotland for the rescue in Orkney.9 Mar 20255 Mar 2025'Manipulative' sex offender jailed for 15 yearsStuart Harding committed sex crimes against three women and two children at locations in Orkney.5 Mar 202520 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 202531 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 20256 Jan 2025Man faces bomb hoax charge after airport disruptionThe 20-year-old Dundee man appears in court after disruption in Orkney at the weekend.6 Jan 2025...
