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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

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

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

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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

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

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

‘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

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

The world famous Mousa Broch.

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

2 June 2023

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Application submitted for the refit of former M&Co store

1 June 2023

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

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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

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

Sn letters - letter at Shetlandnews.

A ‘jackpot win’ for Statkraft and no voice for the community

1 June 2023

A woman stands smiling in front of a store named "Island Larder" which offers coffee, tea, hot chocolate, Shetland fudge, hampers, gifts, and other goods.

TikTok provides much needed boost for Lerwick business

31 May 2023

A calm lake reflecting the cloudy sky, surrounded by a barren, rocky landscape with sparse vegetation and distant hills.

Council to enter Scatsta land lease talks with energy companies

31 May 2023

‘Encouraging response’ to Brough Lodge sale

31 May 2023

Sandwick and Brae crews called to Lerwick fire

31 May 2023

•Emergency services

A map showing road closures near Sung Wails, Shetland, due to filming. Closed roads are marked in red. Traffic will be diverted north towards Dale. Reopening date: Thursday 17 June, 07:00-20:00.

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Shetland filming moving to Watsness on Thursday

31 May 2023

Councillors press for Cullivoe road upgrade to happen as soon as possible

31 May 2023

Local shop grant scheme welcomed – but questions raised over eligibility

31 May 2023

SIC encouraged to ‘get mojo back’ in improving broadband connectivity

31 May 2023

•Connectivity

Image of a sticker with a blue background featuring a megaphone labeled "SYP" and the text "#StandForSYP" along with "syp.org.uk.

Shetland seeks new Youth Parliament members

31 May 2023

A group of people holding musical instruments, such as guitars and mandolins, are seated in a brightly lit room with artwork on the walls. Two individuals are seated at the front facing the camera.

Mandolin concert, new HIAL boss, park run celebrations, net zero airline and more …

31 May 2023

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A coastal scene with a curved gravel road leading to a small stone house near the shore. A pebbled beach and clear blue waters are in the foreground, with distant hills visible across the sea.

Does a new dawn beckon for Whalsay’s Brough kirk?

Work is ongoing to explore a future use of the historic church, but only if the community is behind it

30 May 2023

A man with short hair and glasses is wearing a blue suit, a white shirt with a checked pattern, and a blue tie. He is smiling in front of a plain grey background.

Chittick named new NHS chief executive

30 May 2023

Two women stand outdoors on a film set. One woman holds a clapperboard labeled "Shetland 8." Equipment and a rural landscape are visible in the background.

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Shetland crime drama filming at Bigton and St Ninian’s on Wednesday

30 May 2023

Councillor keen to see more focus on lower residential speed limits

30 May 2023

SIC seeks naval architects for new Fair Isle ferry

30 May 2023

New essy kerts to be ‘hydrogen-ready’

30 May 2023

A damaged, corroded metal object resembling a missile or bomb is placed next to a measurement scale labeled "Charlie Squadron." The scale includes a task number section. The object is on a concrete surface.

Council moves to reassure parents and carers after Scalloway scare

Headteacher Morag Fox has been praised for the school’s response to the incident

30 May 2023

A group of people wearing matching red and blue shirts posing together outdoors on a sunny day, standing on grass with trees and event flags in the background.

Family raises almost £80k for Teenage Cancer Trust in memory of Luke

29 May 2023

Hope is for work on Cullivoe road project to get underway in spring next year

29 May 2023

North Isles councillor says speed of setting up meeting with tunnel groups is ‘very disappointing’

29 May 2023

A white bus with "LERWICK E" displayed on the front LED screen is driving on a wet countryside road, with misty hills and scattered houses in the background.

‘Contradictory evidence’ on how busy buses are

29 May 2023

Person in a sleeveless shirt and sunglasses singing on a large stadium stage while raising one hand.

‘We were screaming so loud’ – joy for local lasses as Harry Styles waves their Shetland flag

29 May 2023

•Entertainment

A large red and white fishing vessel, LK 429 Altaire, is docked in a port under a clear blue sky with signal flags decorating the entire length of the ship.

Joy as new Altaire is launched in Denmark

28 May 2023

A person in dark clothing stands near large piles of gravel in an industrial area with a hill in the background.

Ordnance brought into school disposed of with a bang

28 May 2023

•Emergency services

Two women smiling and holding a tray of assorted cupcakes in a bright, modern cafe with a wooden interior and menu board in the background.

Pride website, cakes aplenty, ferry survey and climate festival

28 May 2023

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