Orkney18 hrs agoMan jailed for 'despicable' sex attacks on girls and womanGordon Docherty raped one his victims while her newborn was nearby.18 hrs ago1 day agoPlans for huge wind farm paused over 'unfair' grid chargesA developer warns that a development will not be built unless "unfair" transmission charges are overhauled.1 day ago2 days agoIn pictures: Aurora Borealis lights up skies across ScotlandThe Northern Lights phenomenon was seen widely across Scotland on Monday, from Orkney in the north all the way to the Borders.2 days ago8 days agoTwo dolphins die after stranding on Orkney beachSix common dolphins including two calves became stranded in the Bay of Tuquoy off Westray on Tuesday.8 days ago9 Jan 2026Man charged over spate of Orkney break-insA jewellery shop, distillery, primary school, garden centre and council offices were hit during snowy weather.9 Jan 20268 Jan 2026Rare spate of Orkney break-ins likely to be linked, say policeA jewellery shop, distillery, primary school, garden centre and council offices were hit during snowy weather.8 Jan 20267 Jan 2026Winds and snow create 'snow rollers' in ScotlandA rare natural phenomenon called snow rollers - which almost resemble hay bales made of snow - have been spotted on the Orkney islands.7 Jan 20266 Jan 2026Igloo with working fireplace and chimney built in Orkney gardenStonemason Kyle Doran built the igloo with a working fireplace and chimney outside his home in Orkney.6 Jan 20266 Jan 2026A heated igloo and snow rollers: Scotland makes the most of cold snapAn Orkney stonemason has turned "snow mason" to build an impressive igloo with a working fireplace. 6 Jan 2026...
