Delayed deposit return scheme a &#8216;shambles&#8217;, Wishart says

A smiling man with short, gray hair, wearing glasses, a checkered shirt, and a navy sweater, poses against a plain white background.

Change at top of charitable trust

8 June 2023

A large blue coastguard vessel docked at a pier with a tree-covered hillside in the background. The ship has a white and red striped emblem and various equipment on deck.

Isles MP says ‘we cannot be complacent’ despite new emergency towing contract

8 June 2023

•Marine

A stone building with a sign reading "Police" above the entrance, features gabled roofs and windows. A blue sign at the front indicates "County Buildings." There are benches and a lamppost nearby.

Man found not guilty of being in charge of car whilst over limit

8 June 2023

•Court

Two people wearing orange MS Society shirts stand in front of an airplane hangar, smiling at the camera.

Lerwick couple skydive to fundraise for MS charity in honour of late mum

8 June 2023

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Proposed visitor levy bill sparks mixed reaction: ‘All it does it stifle growth’

7 June 2023

Interior view of a tall, modern wooden building with large wooden panels, a skylight, and a glass railing overlooking a lower level with various wall decorations.

Hanging boats removed from museum due to ‘safety issues’

7 June 2023

•History

Cunningsburgh café makes decision to close

7 June 2023

Group of people holding certificates on stage at the Saltire Awards Ceremony 2023, with a banner and screen displaying event information in the background.

Saltire Awards celebrate hard work of young volunteers

7 June 2023

Aerial map view of Spiggie Beach, Shetland, showing a closure area marked in red. Closure scheduled for Thu 8th June, 16:00 to 22:00. Red line indicates the path from the road to the location of the closure.

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Shetland filming at Burra and Spiggie beach on Thursday

7 June 2023

Loganair bookings continue to rise as Saab replacement programme nears conclusion

7 June 2023

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Man appears in court to admit nine charges

7 June 2023

•Court

Three organisations scoop lottery funding

7 June 2023

Court round-up – 7 June 2023

7 June 2023

•Court

Thank you for the music

7 June 2023

•Letters

NorthLink having a busy summer – but no sign of shared cabins or autumn bookings opening

6 June 2023

Exterior of a primary school building with colorful murals and a sign reading "Tingwall Primary School" on a pink wall. The building has a gray roof and multiple windows with green, red, and yellow frames.

Tingwall primary school ranked ‘satisfactory’ by inspectors

6 June 2023

•Education

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Case adjourned for reports after woman admits drug supply charge

6 June 2023

•Court

Vehicle fire extinguished

6 June 2023

•Emergency services

Bald man with glasses wearing a gray suit, light blue shirt, and patterned tie, standing against a plain background.

Transport minister steps down just months after being appointed

6 June 2023

Staffing situation in community health and social care remains ‘extremely difficult’

6 June 2023

•Health

The Sumburgh Head lighthouse and visitor centre, which reopened in 2014 after a £5.4 million refurbishment. Photo: Hans J Marter/Shetland News

Mercury to be removed from Sumburgh Head lighthouse

6 June 2023

A colorful illustration featuring a boat labeled "LK 272" on rough waters, surrounded by abstract swirls, flowers, and marine-themed patterns. The background transitions from red to orange hues.

UHI fine art degree show to open on Friday

5 June 2023

•Arts

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A port with a large ship docked, surrounded by wind turbine components, cranes, storage tanks, and industrial buildings. Hills and a distant town are visible in the background.

Wind farm deliveries boost port authority figures

5 June 2023

•Marine

Changes proposed to taxi age restrictions amid financial pressure on operators

5 June 2023

A body of water with greenish algae blooms along the shoreline, mixed with patches of grass and small debris.

Blue-green algae found in Westside loch

5 June 2023

•Environment

Rural shop grant scheme given green light

5 June 2023

Map showing road closures in Shetland for filming on 7th June, from 11:00 to 18:00. Affected areas include B9102 between Scousburgh and Bigton. Specific locations marked with stop signs.

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Crime drama chase scenes to be filmed along Bigton road

5 June 2023

A man lies on a medical bed connected to various electrodes while a healthcare professional analyzes data from a monitor.

Heart screening event for young people busy as more than 200 folk attend

5 June 2023

•Health

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A runway utility vehicle is parked between two passenger airplanes, each branded with different airline logos. One of the planes has its rear door open and cargo being loaded or unloaded.

Stuart Cup goes to Orkney, electric turnarounds and more…

5 June 2023

•Also in the news

Map showing the finalized Low Emission Zone (LEZ) area in Aberdeen, highlighted in blue. A scale bar in the upper left corner indicates distances of 200, 400, and 600 meters.

One year until Aberdeen low emission zone enforced near city’s NorthLink ferry terminal

4 June 2023

Field with various wildflowers, including yellow, pink, and white blooms, under a partly cloudy blue sky. Grasses and flowers dominate the foreground.

Nature project looks to reverse decline of coastal species in Scotland

4 June 2023

•Nature

A band performs on stage with a drummer, guitarist, violinist, and bassist in front of a backdrop that reads "The Pop.

All-day music bonanza well underway

3 June 2023

•Arts

Aerial map showing a route from Bigton Community Shop to St. Ninian's Beach, with specific stop points marked. Yellow highlight shows a location, and text outlines critical filming notices and instructions.

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Crime drama back in Bigton for four days

3 June 2023

Three British banknotes - £5, £10, and £20 - placed on a table, with an orange and blue USB drive on top of them.

Prepayment meter users reminded to use vouchers before expiry

3 June 2023

•Energy

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‘Full steam ahead’ for hydrogen vessel trial between Aberdeen and Northern Isles

2 June 2023

A red Bedford van with a distinctive boxed shape and front grille is parked on a concrete surface near a corrugated metal building. The license plate reads "C834 AAS.

Old Baltasound fire engine up for sale

2 June 2023

•Emergency services

No decisions yet on final routes of future overhead power line developments

2 June 2023

•Energy

A woman with long brown hair and a black top smiles while standing against a beige background.

Victim support charity needs local volunteers

2 June 2023

Also in the news: strike ballot, junior inter-county and more…

2 June 2023

•Also in the news

Application submitted for the refit of former M&Co store

1 June 2023

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Councillor who had licence revoked on medical grounds issues road safety reminder

1 June 2023

New charitable trust chairperson to be appointed next week

1 June 2023

Two people wearing purple Alzheimer Scotland t-shirts stand on a golf course with a golf trolley and bags, surrounded by grassy hills and pathways.

Golf fundraising, sponsorships, clean beach, orca watch and more…

1 June 2023

•Also in the news

A mermaid with long flowing hair sits on a rock underwater surrounded by various sea creatures. An older man with a trident and a spectral figure look on in the background.

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June cinema highlights with Jenny Leask

1 June 2023

•Showcases

Map showing road closures for filming in Shetland. The road from Stuyksta Cottage to Quolfister is closed from Friday 29th June, 07:00-20:00. There are designated locations for residents and deliveries.

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Crime drama crew heading to Nibon on Friday

1 June 2023