Orkney1 day agoI started gambling at seven - mobile betting was like Vegas in my pocketA recovering gambling addict describes the difficulty in getting help in parts of rural Scotland.1 day ago3 days agoOrkney chief executive cover to remain as long as needed, says leaderThe islands council's chief executive was placed on special leave in May.3 days ago6 Aug 2026Frequency of Inverness to islands flights to be restoredLoganair reduced the services to Stornoway, Kirkwall and Sumburgh last month.6 Aug 202629 Jul 2026Five islands secure funds towards carbon neutral projectsRaasay, Islay, Hoy, Great Cumbrae and Barra could reduce their carbon emissions to zero by 2040.29 Jul 202626 Jul 2026Monks punished after consecrating bishop without Pope's approvalThe diocese of Aberdeen said the monks had clearly broken with the church and were now removed from it.26 Jul 202625 Jul 2026Rebel order of Orkney monks consecrate new bishop without Pope's permissionThe Bishop of Aberdeen said the ceremony was "spiritual suicide" for all those taking part. 25 Jul 202624 Jul 2026Man dies after falling from boat in Orkney's Scapa FlowIt is understood the 22-year-old died after falling from a salmon farming boat. 24 Jul 202620 Jul 2026Loganair says island flights strategy 'urgently' needed The regional airline has 'temporarily reduced' some flights from Inverness.20 Jul 202614 Jul 2026Island business owners 'forced to plan around' unreliable postal serviceIslanders face high postal costs and inconsistent services, according to the watchdog Consumer Scotland.14 Jul 2026...
