Dutchman Hans Compter travelled around the world to deliver the Austin to Cathleen Hourie in Orkney.

Yellow - Possible A period of strong winds is likely to affect exposed parts of north and northwest Scotland early Wednesday. - Some delays to road, rail, air and ferry transport are possible - Delays ...

Council tax in Orkney is to rise by 6%. It follows an increase last year of 15%, which was the highest in Scotland. The rise for 2026-27 would see households in an average band D property pay an ...

Around the UK are stunning landscapes of turquoise waters, where dolphins can be spotted offshore, and pristine beaches - ...

Hospitality businesses in Orkney will be allowed extended opening hours for Scotland's matches during the World Cup this ...

A £5 levy on cruise ship passengers arriving in Orkney could raise more than £1m a year, councillors have been told. The Scottish government is exploring giving local councils new powers to charge ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. David Nikel is a travel writer covering cruising and Scandinavia. On the windswept islands of Orkney, where the North Sea meets ...

Orkney Housing Association has awarded the largest construction contract in its history as work begins on the next phase of the Walliwall housing development in Kirkwall. The £11.5 million contract ha ...

As you wander through some of the world’s most remarkable Neolithic ruins and standing stone circles, you could be forgiven for thinking the fierce winds that blow over the remote Orkney Islands carry ...

Council staff in Orkney will not be getting an additional public holiday to mark Scotland's participation in the World Cup. First Minister John Swinney previously said that Monday ...