A number of new exhibits awaits visitors to the recently redeveloped Scapa Flow Museum which reopened today, Thursday 2 March, for the 2023 season.

Folk in Orkney who did not receive the automatic energy support payments from the UK Government are being encouraged to see if they qualify for a £400 alternative.

The Energy Bills Support Scheme Alternative Funding (EBSS AF) is providing support of £400 for energy bills for households across the UK who are not linked with a domestic electricity supplier.

With Scottish Qualifications Authority exams and final assessments just around the corner, there’s a wealth of additional study support available for young students in Orkney.

In a bid to complement the support already being received from within schools, a webinar programme is again being delivered as a key part of the national e-Learning offer.

The spotlight is set to shine on North Ronaldsay during March with an exciting weekend of free activities that celebrate and explore the natural environment and dark skies of the island, as part of the 2023 Science Festival.

The North Ronaldsay Community Association will host the 2023 North Ronaldsay Science Festival from 10 – 12 March thanks to funding from British Science Week and the North Isles Landscape Partnership.

It’s never been easier for graduates to take those first steps into a teaching career.

You can find out how to study part-time to become a primary or secondary school teacher from anywhere in Scotland during an online information session on Thursday 9 March at 7.00pm.