Orkney8 hrs agoWeekly quiz: Why did bananas cause a stir in Orkney?How much attention did you pay to what happened in the world over the past seven days?8 hrs ago17 hrs agoElectric plane could take to Scottish skies 'very soon'The aircraft is currently touring Scotland taking in Aberdeen, Dundee and Kirkwall.17 hrs ago2 days agoIslanders snap up free bananas after shop orders 38,000 by mistakeTesco in Kirkwall gave away 380 boxes to schools and groups in just three days.2 days ago3 days agoStoat cull credited with rise in Orkney vole activityConservationists said it was "fantastic" to see the impact of removing the invasive stoats from Orkney.3 days ago3 days agoBananas galore in Orkney after store orders 38,000 by mistakeAn ordering glitch has left Tesco in Kirkwall giving away boxes of the fruit for free to schools and community groups.3 days ago4 days agoOil prices highlight need to develop electric aircraft - Loganair bossThe Scottish airline is already involved in a trial involving a battery-powered plane.4 days ago5 days agoThe nine year island mystery of the artist who disappeared Filmmaker David Kew went to Papa Westray to visit a friend and ended up making a film about his disappearance.5 days ago19 Mar 2026Specialist ship needed for Orkney broadband cable repairsHundreds of people in areas such as Sanday, Stronsay and Westray have been left without internet access.19 Mar 202619 Mar 2026Animal welfare charity withdraws island servicesThe SSPCA says it will continue its work through partnerships with local vets and other agencies.19 Mar 2026...
