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Dave Kok performed for the first two opening acts, Delorian and Yun, and then made a guested during Bitumen River's performance. Photo: Steven Johnson.

An ‘awesome mix of local music’ on offer this weekend at two-day event

18 August 2023

A gray stone church with arched windows and a small side entrance stands amid a grassy cemetery on an overcast day.

End of an era as ‘much loved’ Dunrossness kirk becomes latest church to go up for sale

17 August 2023

Two offshore wind sites to be developed jointly

17 August 2023

A sign for UHI Shetland directing to the Main Building and John Goodlad Centre with various facilities listed underneath each heading.

College sets out aims for reducing carbon emissions

15 August 2023

A stone building with crenellations and a central tower is surrounded by scaffolding, indicating restoration work. It sits in a large, grassy, rural area under a blue sky with clouds.

Brough Lodge to be restored by European heritage organisation

The building was bought for £30,000

15 August 2023

A Royal Mail van is parked on grass next to a person in an orange jacket. A drone is flying above the field with a partly cloudy sky in the background.

No decisions yet on Royal Mail drone flights in Shetland

14 August 2023

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Another break on telecoms cable

11 August 2023

November deadline for fishermen to obtain medical certificate

11 August 2023

The swimming pool at the West Mainland Leisure Centre in Aith. Photo: SRT

Opening hours to reduce at many leisure centres and pools in bid to balance budget

Some centres and pools will no longer be open seven days a week

10 August 2023

Church of Scotland agrees to sell Lunna Kirk to community group

10 August 2023

West of Shetland gas pipeline infrastructure damaged

9 August 2023

Two side-by-side images of the same man with a beard. The left image shows him indoors with long hair, while the right image shows him outdoors with sunglasses and a buzz cut hairstyle.

Delting jarl’s first proper haircut in years – all for a good cause

9 August 2023

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People are lined up at a catering truck on a cloudy day, with several tall ships adorned with flags in the background.

Tonnes of chips and thousands of burgers and bacon rolls: caterers kept busy at Tall Ships

7 August 2023

EnQuest given health and safety improvement notice after SVT ‘incident’

4 August 2023

‘Intensive’ Tall Ships planning paid off, says police commander

4 August 2023

•Emergency services

Wind farm masts due to be taken down in November

4 August 2023

The Bluemull Sound ferry terminal.

Bluemull Sound ferry to face disruption tomorrow afternoon

3 August 2023

Two scuba divers in full gear remove a large fishing net from the ocean floor, with a buoy attached to the net for lifting.

Charity divers getting ready for ghost gear trip

2 August 2023

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A person with gray hair sits on a chair in a music studio with multiple keyboards and audio equipment in the background. They are wearing a black and white striped shirt.

War of the Worlds screening aims to raise cash for CLAN

2 August 2023

An orange tugboat guides a small sailboat near a large docked cruise ship in an industrial port area with various buildings and vessels in the background.

Lifeboat called to grounded yacht

2 August 2023

Aerial view of a bustling harbor with multiple sailing ships docked alongside a pier, surrounded by buildings and rolling hills under a partly cloudy sky.

‘An enormous success’: a look back on Tall Ships 2023

1 August 2023

More oil licences to be granted – but announcement draws concern from campaigners

31 July 2023

A person wearing a red and yellow jacket and a blue fleece stands on a boat. The background shows blurred water and harbor scenery.

Plenty of rain – but plenty of smiles too as Tall Ships buzz continues

28 July 2023

A musical feast awaits at the Tall Ships

26 July 2023

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Several trucks and vans, including a caravan, are parked in an open area with a few people standing nearby. Tall buildings are visible in the background.

Plenty of fun in store as Codona’s arrive in Lerwick

25 July 2023

A group of eight people standing on a dock in front of a sailing ship on an overcast day. Seven are posing for the photo, and one appears to be walking slightly out of frame.

Plenty of cheer in Cullivoe as new business park opened by government minister

24 July 2023

A group of people are gathering under a white tent decorated with colorful nautical flags, participating in a social event with food and drinks.

Tall ships and sprees in Cullivoe as Yell festivities continue

24 July 2023

A person wearing glasses and a red cap stands in front of a boat named "Boy Leslie," where two other people are seen in the background handling the ropes.

Boats begin to arrive for Tall Ships

23 July 2023

A man with brown hair in a suit and red scarf smirking on left; a woman with red hair in a mustard sweater smiling on right.

Alex scoops national comedy writing prize

23 July 2023

A crowd of people enjoying a live outdoor music performance at a festival in a rural area. Hills and some structures are visible in the background. The image is credited to Austin Taylor Photography, 2013.

Ten years since Glusstonberry: ‘It really did bring folk together’

Some hailed it as the ‘best weekend ever’ – and the sun-kissed community-run festival will live long in the memory

20 July 2023

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Walls bakery building to go on market

20 July 2023

A large white and blue ferry is docked at a pier on a cloudy day, with hills visible in the background.

Wishart wants to see more accessible cabins on NorthLink’s ferries

20 July 2023

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.

Future jury trials to be held south due to prison escort staffing challenges

19 July 2023

A modern two-story green and gray house with large windows, paved driveway, and a manicured lawn on a clear day.

High demand for new Scalloway housing

19 July 2023

More ‘Tunnel Vision’ events planned

14 July 2023

A hospital sign in front of a building.

Some hospital appointments called off despite strike suspension

13 July 2023

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Any delay to Rosebank decision is welcome, campaigners say

13 July 2023

Sullom Voe oil terminal's power plant breached sulphur dioxide levels in late 2015. Photo courtesy of BP

Plans to connect Sullom Voe Terminal to the electricity grid

11 July 2023

A woman and a man are steering a sailboat together. The woman is holding the wheel while the man stands beside her, both smiling. The background shows a cloudy sky and the sea.

Tiersens to sail to Shetland for gigs during Tall Ships week

8 July 2023

A group of young swimmers wearing blue uniforms poses for a team photo at an indoor pool facility. Some are standing while others sit on the edge of the pool area.

Delight for Lerwick swimming club after nomination for national prize

7 July 2023

‘A day I hope not to forget’: Shetland poet reflects on reading in front of King at royal event

6 July 2023

Group photo of Team Shetland in blue shirts, standing and seated in rows, holding a banner with sponsors "Malakoff Limited" and "Team Shetland." There are six plaques displayed on the wall behind them.

‘Real buzz’ in Team Shetland ahead of departure for Island Games

5 July 2023

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The Good Shepherd IV.

Two jobs up for grabs on island ferry

5 July 2023

Power off for many in Yell after network fault

5 July 2023

A man with glasses, wearing a blue suit, checkered shirt, and patterned tie, smiles against a gray background.

Sustainability key for new NHS chief

Brian Chittick also says he wants to be a compassionate leader – and is keen to listen to staff

4 July 2023

No decisions yet on Rosebank electrification

4 July 2023

New Altaire a ‘big upgrade’, skipper says

3 July 2023

Government shelving HPMAs a ‘cautious win’ for industry

2 July 2023

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