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A modern, single-story building with a metal roof and solar panel, features large windows, an entrance with red-framed doors, and a stone wall bordering a paved walkway.

Happyhansel school given ‘good’ and ‘satisfactory’ inspection ratings

Education Scotland has also published a letter recognising progress at Sandwick Junior High School

27 June 2023

Union says ‘great’ pay deal secured for gas plant workers

27 June 2023

A boat, equipped with equipment and personnel in red jackets, is stationed in a body of water near a construction site with workers, machinery, and a hillside.

SSEN to consult on scheme which could see community benefit money come from transmission link

26 June 2023

Packets of vegetable seeds, including peas, lettuce, and carrots, are arranged on a wooden surface. The packets display colorful images of the vegetables. Gardening information sheets are visible in the background.

Turriefield in schools, lighthouse strike and more…

26 June 2023

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A group of children and an adult pose with certificates in front of a banner about road safety. Stained glass windows are in the background.

Schoolchildren receive road safety certificates

26 June 2023

Three sailboats and an orange rescue boat navigate through foggy waters.

Lifeboat comes to aid of departing race yacht

The operation is thought to be RNLI Lerwick’s 900th call-out

25 June 2023

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A group of people in colorful outfits and leis happily marching and dancing on a street during a parade. A truck is visible in the background.

Watch: Midsummer carnival makes welcome return

24 June 2023

A person in a black dress holding an award stands in front of a backdrop that reads "Royal College of Nursing Scotland.

Local nurse wins student of the year award

23 June 2023

Firefighters in yellow jackets and helmets work at the scene of a car accident, with the roof of a silver car removed for rescue operations.

Algae in Unst, Tall Ships volunteers needed, dinner ladies recognised and more…

22 June 2023

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Metal whale sculptures of various sizes mounted on thin rods are displayed on a wooden plank against a textured, dark blue wooden wall.

Second summer showcase coming to Bonhoga

21 June 2023

Lord Lieutenant honoured in King’s birthday list, charitable trust cash, Pride pop-up shop and more…

21 June 2023

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A red monster truck on top of a car.

Monster truck among the attractions as carnival to return to Lerwick this weekend

20 June 2023

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Entrance to a white and light grey building with a blue handrail and door, marked by a blue sign with the word "Entrance." The area is paved, and the sky is clear.

Third ‘living well’ hub to open in Bressay

20 June 2023

Team Shetland reveals flag bearer and water carriers for Island Games

19 June 2023

Black and white photo of a person with short hair sitting indoors, holding a vintage camera with a flash.

‘Landmark’ exhibition to showcase work by photographer Diane Arbus

19 June 2023

Sullom Voe workers accept improved wage offer

19 June 2023

A building with red trim and multiple windows stands under a blue sky with scattered wispy clouds. The structure has three main sections and is surrounded by grass and a paved area.

Road policing visit, science block transfer complaint, cervical screening and more …

19 June 2023

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Aerial view of a rural event site with numerous small tents scattered around several large tents and a building, surrounded by fields and a few parked vehicles along adjacent roads.

Sun, fun and great craic – bikers gather in Ollaberry

17 June 2023

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A ferry named "Fivla Lerwick" is docked at a harbor with land visible in the background. The ferry's hull is blue and white with red accents.

Pilot boat takes on duty of providing ferry service across Bressay Sound

17 June 2023

Shetland bird populations hit badly after last year’s avian flu

16 June 2023

A group of six people stand outdoors holding a banner that reads, "HPMAs - Scrap The Ban." They are in front of a building with modern architectural features.

Shetlanders against HPMAs urged to sign petition

16 June 2023

Abstract painting of a face with bright red hair, dark shadows around the eyes, and a red mouth, set against a light background.

Shetland-based artist to have work displayed in London exhibition

16 June 2023

Lifeboat and fire services called out to Virkie marina

15 June 2023

•Emergency services

A group of people in matching white t-shirts and gloves are gardening in blue planters outside a building. Some bags of soil and supplies are on the wooden benches.

Algae bloom up north, Harrison Square flowers and more…

15 June 2023

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Lerwick sheriff court.

Lerwick man admits embezzling £160,000 from Post Office

14 June 2023

A group of people in matching red and black striped shirts dance in the street during a crowded parade. A person on stilts is visible in the background. Spectators line both sides of the street.

Extra ferries, midnight buses and shuttle runs laid on for Tall Ships

14 June 2023

Lerwick Sheriff Court.

Drink drivers lose their licences

14 June 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.

Two Lerwick men told to carry out unpaid work

14 June 2023

More than 40 yachts to take part in Bergen-Shetland yacht race

14 June 2023

Lerwick man charged with sexual assault

14 June 2023

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A ferry docked at Gutcher Terminal with a sign warning about upcoming linkspan works and alternative foot passenger arrangements. A passenger walkway and a customer notice are also visible.

Bluemull Sound ferry sailings to be affected this weekend by linkspan work

13 June 2023

One of the old AHS hostel blocks has been suggested for student accommodation.

Knab demolition contractors to arrive on site

The demolition process could take 40 weeks to complete

12 June 2023

A crowd gathers outside a building with red trim and a flagpole. Bunting decorates the scene. The sky is partly cloudy, and hills are visible in the background.

Power cut, RNLI fundraising, COPE celebrates and resilience fund

12 June 2023

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A group of people standing near a white SUV on a grassy hillside with a small stone structure in the background.

Car off road, Tall Ships support and more…

9 June 2023

•Also in the news

Emergency services attend two-vehicle road accident

8 June 2023

•Emergency services

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

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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

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

Man appears in court to admit nine charges

7 June 2023

Three organisations scoop lottery funding

7 June 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.

Court round-up – 7 June 2023

7 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

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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.

Case adjourned for reports after woman admits drug supply charge

6 June 2023

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

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

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

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

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