A combination of high tides and strong Southeasterly winds means that there is a high risk of wave overtopping and hazardous conditions at the Churchill Barriers during the next 24 hours.
SEPA Flood Alert for Orkney
Scotland’s Black History
The grave of Malvina Wells born in Grenada in 1805 can be found in Edinburgh with the Scottish family she worked for.
Decline in Sea Turtle Sightings
Only 11 green turtle sightings were found in the records (all from 1980 to 2016)
Researchers Launch Survey on Island Issues
The survey is being sent to 20,000 island residents, including Na h-Eileanan Siar, Orkney Islands, Shetland Islands and islands situated within the local authorities of Argyll and Bute, Highland and North Ayrshire.
A Walk On Bu Sand, Burray – If You Can Get to It!
“Isn’t it odd, how a beach can change? And how memory can play tricks with you? “
“You can never be sufficiently thankful for something like this.”
The pioneering surgery, which involved twin brothers from Leith, was performed at the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh on 30 October 1960 by Sir Michael Woodruff and his team.
Helen’s Home Cooking Video and Recipe for Puff Candy
Here is my recipe video for Puff Candy. This recipe always reminds me of science classes and the magic of experimentation.
October Recent Bird Sightings on Stronsay
“Warblers were few and far between but there were half a dozen or so Yellow broweds “
Support for those on low incomes: The Scottish Welfare Fund
“The Scottish Welfare Fund is an important example of the kind of action the SNP has taken to ensure there is additional financial support in place for people in Orkney coping with the economic impacts of the Covid-19 pandemic. “
“The decision to study would not have been taken lightly” Student Carer
New Carers Trust Scotland research shows the key challenges for Scotland’s student carer population.
