Shell has a 30% stake in the controversial development.
Orkney Islands Council is hoping to build a £17m integrated waste facility in Kirkwall.
Tighard Guest House - one of the few holiday accommodation providers on the Isle of Canna - is looking for new hosts.
Robert MacKenzie, who was accused of alleged offences dating back to the 1950s, will not be prosecuted.
Councillors gave the green light to a Strategic Housing Investment Plan on Thursday.
Nova Innovation and Atlantis Energy have welcomed the decision to establish a £300m ringfenced budget for tidal energy.
Council leader Margaret Davidson took aim at the risk register, saying it’s heavy on strategy and light on action.
Many independent retailers are boycotting the annual discounted-shopping bonanza.
The victim's friend came to her aid and they both chased the attacker away from the area.
NHS Western Isles said it made the 'difficult decision' to prioritise those who are the most unwell.
William Williamson is accused of attacking Gary Paterson at a flat in Inverness on March 5 this year.
The National Trust for Scotland urged tourists not to drive off road and warned it could lead to damage of the landscape.
The blaze took hold in a maintenance hole near homes in Inverness.
Sturgeon won't say if she'll lead SNP into next election
