In 1978, an excavation of the remains of a Horizontal Mill at The Earl’s Bu, Orphir, uncovered flax which it was suggested had been locally grown.
From the Vikings to the 21st C: Scotland’s #Linen Industry
‘Exceptional performance’ by All-Female Team Ithaca as they Pass Through the Pentland Firth
‘Team Ithaca’ is taking part in the GB Row Challenge, the toughest rowing challenge in the world.
What Makes Scottish Architecture Scottish?
Mousa to Mackintosh is a chronological history of Scottish architecture, from brochs and classical country houses to baronial tower-houses and modernist New Towns.
Orkney Pupils Rise to #STEM Innovation Challenge
Around 70 young people gathered to compete in a variety of Science Technology, Engineering and Maths (STEM) challenges set by industry who provided an insight of the different career paths available in the STEM sector.
Weather Forecast: Sunny Spells and Frequent Showers
Some bright or sunny spells and a few showers, these occasionally heavy across Orkney, Light southwesterly winds. Maximum temperature 16 °C.
Highly Protected Marine Areas Scheme Scrapped
“We welcome that the Scottish Government appears to have listened to businesses and communities and recognised that its policy on Highly Protected Marine Areas (HPMAs) covering at least 10% of our seas is flawed and should be scrapped.” Elspeth Macdonald, chief executive of the Scottish Fishermen’s Federation
The Sky Above You – July 2023
The Moon will be Full on July 3rd, a Supermoon when it is at its closest to Earth as well as Full. It will be New on July 17th, near Venus and Mercury on the 19th and 20th, with Mars in the background but now very much fainter than the inner planets.
NHS 24 Tips to Enjoy a Safe Healthy Summer
“Fun activities such as spending time in the garden, taking a long walk in the countryside, or even having a BBQ, all have their own hazards. We have therefore put together resources on NHS inform to make it quick and easy for the public to get the summer health advice they need with one quick click.” – John McAnaw, Associate Clinical Director, and Head of Pharmacy at NHS 24
Deaths Involving #Covid Continue to Decline
There were 13 deaths involving COVID-19 (1 fewer than the previous week). As of 25th June 2023, there have been a total of 17,694 deaths registered in Scotland where the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) was mentioned on the death certificate.
Weather Forecast: Sunny Spells and a Few Showers
Still the risk of a few showers around, but many places dry with some good spells of sunshine. Risk of more frequent showers in the evening. Freshening southerly winds. Maximum temperature 17 °C.
