UHI Orkney held its graduation ceremony celebrating the success and achievements of its students and staff on Friday 29th of September 2023. Held in the inspirational surroundings of St Magnus Cathedral the […]
Celebrating Rae’s Legacy in Arctic Exploration
The John Rae Society (JRS) held its annual commemoration of the birth of Arctic explorer Dr John Rae on Saturday 30th of September 2023. After a short piper led walk to Rae’s […]
Value of the Screen Machine Raised in Scottish Parliament
A meeting between the Culture Secretary and Regional Screen Scotland is to take place on 5th of October to consider the funding and future of The Screen Machine.
‘School Staff Were Left With No Other Option’
Most schools in Orkney were closed for three days, 26th, 27th and 28th of September as non teaching school staff, members of the trade union UNISON took industrial action after rejecting the latest pay offer from Local Authority organisation COSLA.
Gold Award Presentation for St Magnus Way
The Gold award certificate will be presented in Kirkwall Cathedral at a special event on 30th September at 2.30 pm as part of the 2023 Scottish Pilgrimage Gathering organised by SPRF, the first time the Forum will have met on the Northern Isles in its 11 year history.
Kirkwall’s Girls Day Out is Back
The shopping event of the year will take place this Saturday, 30th of September, as Kirkwall BID has organised a series of great activities for its successful Girls Day Out.
A FLOOD WARNING has been issued for Churchill Barriers.
A combination of high tides and strong east south-easterly winds during Storm Agnes means that there is a risk of wave overtopping, spray and debris resulting in hazardous conditions which may result in the closure of the Churchill Barriers.
UHI Orkney: Where learning means more
UHI Orkney, as part of the University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI) partnership, has revealed a new name and visual identity to strengthen engagement with communities and market its offerings more effectively through a connected and recognisable brand family.
Feminist Activism Workshop Success
Over a dozen folk – as well as ORSAS staff – enjoyed a weekend of fun, meaningful chat alongside banner, poster and ‘Zine’ (mini magazine) making.
Orcadian Wildlife Tourist Business Shortlisted for Award
“Orkney’s wildlife such as seabirds, raptors and cetaceans is truly spectacular and of international importance, and I’d like to think that the shortlisting recognises not just our hard work over the years but also the importance of Orkney’s wildlife in a Scottish and international perspective.” – Steve Sankey