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The fire service was called by police shortly after 8pm.

It comes as the Home Office works to stop housing asylum seekers in expensive hotels.

James Scott had managed to remove the tag that monitored his court-ordered curfew before breaking into the store.

Aberdeen manager Stephen Robinson reveals how he will use the three-week international break to ensure his rebuilt squad return ready to jump up the Premiership standings.

Kirkwall Post Office has been closed until further notice. The reasons for the closure, which came into force this Monday afternoon, are as yet unclear. A sign has been placed in the window of the Junction Road branch advising customers with parcels, currency or other items due for collection to contact Post Office directly. The […] The post Kirkwall Post Office closed until further notice appeared first on The Orcadian Online .

Big week ahead for SPFL and Highland League clubs competing in the Challenge Cup.

Highland League Weekly's latest post-weekend talking points.

The 22-year-old finally took home the trophy on his sixth attempt

The Union Street revamp was initially expected to be finished by the end of 2025.

Scotland's government is proposing to reduce the country's 32 councils to between six and ten regional authorities.

A discarded receipt led police straight to a suspect, but Edward Tucker is still searching for answers over the rest of his missing tools.

The bus company says it plans to add the new route next year.

From ritual items to stories from curious customers, Inese Poikane-Meyer is creating a space for people to explore the occult and witchcraft.

Dustin Macdonald, who will be the manager of the new store, spoke to the P&J about the vision for the space...

It will face opposition from two towns in the Highlands and Islands.

Meldrum United and Newburgh Thistle are faced with the prospect of replaying their Aberdeen FC Trophy tie after the weekend's bizarre abandonment.

Transactions appear to show the stolen card was used on a spending spree as cash and Monster Energy drinks were taken from the van.

The offer includes a grand ball, afternoon tea and a 'Jacobite experience'.

‘I immediately noticed something different’

Kirkwall is in the running to become Scotland’s “Town of the Year”, it has been announced. The shortlisting is from Scotland Loves Local Awards 2026, organised by Scotland’s Towns Partnership. The awards celebrate the people, places and projects driving positive change and helping to create stronger, more sustainable and successful communities across Scotland. This achievement […] The post ‘Town of the Year’ shortlisting a ‘fantastic boost’ appeared first on The Orcadian Online .

Engineers are currently on the scene in Mannofield.

Patients are encouraged to check the NHS Shetland website and social media channels for the latest information and service updates.

Opdenergy wanted to install the 49.9MW facility on Boothby Road just 40 metres away from the nearest housing estate.

SCAA and Highlands & Islands Thistle Awards hope to raise awareness about the charity’s life-saving service

Homegrown Aberdeen defensive talent Mercer, 19, told the P&J about the injury hell which had him worried for his future, as well being part of first-team training and the Netherlands' pre-season camp under boss Robinson.

Motorists have been warned to take care on approach.

A few weeks after opening, we visited Side Street in Banff to put the menu to the test.

Lisa Walker was warned her series of offending, which saw her climb the fence and then a water silo, could land her in jail.

A new survey rates the Inverness street up with Edinburgh's Grassmarket and the Lanes in Brighton.

As part of a regular feature, The Press and Journal will take a selection of your questions to Aberdeen cult hero Arild Stavrum.

The aircraft travelled 290 nautical miles, taking four hours and 50 minutes to complete the journey

A technical issue is affecting flights across Highlands and Islands airports.

It is the first year the competition has run, and it is hoped it will return in future years.

A Highland dancing school has hosted its first-ever theatre show, after enjoying its busiest summer yet! In the past two years, Kirkjuvagr Dancers has quickly embedded itself into Orkney’s vibrant calendar of community events. Fast-footed students have been spotted flinging their limbs here, there and everywhere throughout the summer — including entertaining cruise passengers at […] The post Fast-footed flingers enjoy first theatre show appeared first on The Orcadian Online .

‘We can not even open a ward without them’

Officers were called to a disturbance in the area on Saturday night, with three men and a woman due in court.

This comes as The Shetland Times can reveal that NHS Shetland has spent more than £602,000 in the last five years to support new recruits.

The national issue has now been revolved, but further disruption at airports including Aberdeen and Inverness is possible and a number of flights were affected.

This December 5 will be a “night to remember” says Ruby Rendall, as she brings her family band to Rapture for a double-bill performance. The star, who made her name in Orkney’s leading show band, The Orcades, hopes to entertain a cross-generational crowd at both an afternoon and evening show at Kirkwall’s nightclub. Bringing the […] The post Ruby Rendall to bring the family home for Xmas gig appeared first on The Orcadian Online .

‘Most businesses like that get turned down because they can’t sustain themselves without tattoos or something - and I can’t do tattoos’