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No surprise names as six confirmed to stand in election

7 June 2024

Aerial view of a coastal town with residential buildings, a cemetery, green spaces, and large construction areas near the shoreline and harbor.

Residents express frustration about Knab development project

Former Anderson High School site developed in phases
Neighbours say their concerns are not listened to
Council insists the project will change as time goes on

7 June 2024

A yellow and green SGAA helicopter lands near an ambulance outside residential buildings.

Coastguard crew strike results in rare visit to isles for charity air ambulance helicopter

7 June 2024

•Emergency services

A large group of people stands outdoors by a sign reading "DDAY80", with three British flags, one Canadian flag, and two American flags displayed, and a torch-lit at the center.

Unst beacon, Aith gala, fiddle week and more…

7 June 2024

•Also in the news

A cow stands in a grassy field next to various milk and dairy product containers, including milk bottles, cream tubs, and a box labeled "Butter." A farm is visible in the background.

Dairy concern as costs continue to rise

7 June 2024

A person wearing a light grey sweater is knitting a purple and white patterned item while sitting next to a window, with empty chairs visible beside them.

Knitting tuition project to re-launch as new charity

7 June 2024

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A coastal village with residential houses in the foreground, a bustling harbor with fishing boats and ships moored, and rolling hills in the background.

Gene variant with higher risk of cancer more common in people with Whalsay heritage, study finds

6 June 2024

A woman and a man in military uniform hold a wreath of red poppies during a ceremony, with a soldier and a stone building in the background.

Wreaths laid on 80th anniversary of D-Day

6 June 2024

A landscape featuring multiple wind turbines on a hilly terrain during sunset, with a winding road and a small body of water in the foreground.

Milestone for SSE Renewables as Viking produces first power

6 June 2024

Shetland hairdressers among top in the country

6 June 2024

Two people in black jackets stand outdoors in front of industrial equipment with height markings.

Lerwick playing its part as installation work gets underway on Rosebank oil development

5 June 2024

Youngsters recognised for volunteering efforts

5 June 2024

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Lerwick Sheriff Court.

Community safety councillor fined £300 for speeding

5 June 2024

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.

Ban and unpaid work for driver who caused serious accident involving a cyclist

5 June 2024

Bronze plaque with the text "sheriff court" beneath a relief of a coat of arms flanked by two heraldic beasts.

Johnson warned he could be jailed for breaching court orders

5 June 2024

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

Deductions applied to Serco NorthLink after late dry dock returns

5 June 2024

Two police motorcycles in high-visibility yellow parked on a scenic rural hillside road with a vast landscape and cloudy sky in the background.

Police offer refinement course for local motorcyclists

5 June 2024

A group of workers wearing high-visibility jackets and holding Unite union posters stand outside a building labeled "Sullom Voe Terminal," with barbed wire visible above the entrance.

General election campaign round-up 4 June

4 June 2024

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Map of Lerwick displaying speed limits: blue areas show 20 mph zones, green areas indicate 30 mph zones, and red outlines possible future 20 mph zones.

Proposals to introduce more 20mph speed limits in Lerwick residential areas

4 June 2024

A young person with short, light-brown hair wears a grey and black jacket. They look directly at the camera, smiling slightly, standing against a plain beige background.

Laughs-a-plenty as Mossbank pupil heads to national joke competition final

4 June 2024

Burradale wind farm. Photo. KY

Return of science fair on the cards thanks to community benefit funding

4 June 2024

SIC graduate scheme brings joy to councillor

4 June 2024

Four men are rowing a blue boat labeled "NRC" in the water. They are wearing life jackets and are focused on rowing.

Nesting shows good strength, peat slide data, JUHA shortlisted, new exhibition and Star Wars at the museum

3 June 2024

•Also in the news

Two bright-colored circular graphics. The larger graphic reads "INDIE news Week 3-9 JUNE 2024." The smaller graphic reads "No news is BAD NEWS.

‘No news is bad news’ – time to celebrate local news

31 May 2024

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Two firefighters in uniform stand in front of a red fire truck parked in a lot on an overcast day.

Two senior fire officers to move on

3 June 2024

•Emergency services

‘Strong performance’ on written-off council debt, meeting hears

3 June 2024

A firefighter directs a hose to spray water on a smiling man standing on a path near stone walls and overlooking the ocean. Others observe in the background.

Calder raises more than £3,000 by running from Fethaland to Sumburgh

3 June 2024

Ben Ottewell is bringing his soulful voice to Shetland next year.

Gomez man to revisit Mercury prize winning album at Lerwick gig

3 June 2024

A group of five women and one man stand indoors, smiling at the camera. Some are dressed casually in t-shirts and jeans, while one woman wears a sports tank and shorts. Paintings are visible in the background.

Tesco cancels delivery service, degree show, catering success and more…

2 June 2024

•Also in the news

Two elderly individuals stand together outdoors beside a vintage gray truck. The man is wearing a black jacket, and the woman is wearing a red jacket. Other cars are visible in the background.

‘There is something for everybody’ – classic motor show attracts the crowds

1 June 2024

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Eleven objections to proposed car park at Viking compound

31 May 2024

SIC taking action after ferry linkspan issues during power cuts

31 May 2024

A small blue and white aircraft with "shetland.gov.uk" on the side is parked on a gravel surface under a partly cloudy sky.

Nurse wanted for one of Shetland’s most remote islands

31 May 2024

Labour candidate confident over party’s energy plans despite union concern

31 May 2024

High energy prices are sending some islanders back to the peat hill.

Student researcher keen to hear about heritage of peatland

31 May 2024

Still no luck in finding contractor for Whalsay council house refurbishment

31 May 2024

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Book cover titled "Night Train to Odesa: Covering the Human Cost of Russia's War" by Jen Stout. It features a child waving from a train window and a photo of the author with a yellow background.

Stout prepares for local launch of acclaimed Ukraine book

Night Train to Odesa also serialised for ‘Book of the Week’ on BBC4
Book launch will be followed by fundraising event at Mareel

30 May 2024

The back of a police officer's vest.

Police investigate stabbing incident in Lerwick

30 May 2024

Smith to stand as Reform candidate in general election

30 May 2024

Unions ballot on strike action by council frontline staff

30 May 2024

Five people standing outdoors behind a vibrant red, orange, and blue ribbon, with one person holding bagpipes. Two children are also present, along with sunny weather in the background.

Europe’s only fully licensed vertical launch spaceport declared open

Preparations for first orbital launch well underway
UK Government investment of £10m in project finalised

29 May 2024

An architectural illustration of a residential development featuring multiple buildings, parking spaces, and green areas, situated within an existing neighborhood.

Councillors pick their preferred option as Lerwick Lanes project moves step forward

29 May 2024

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A clock tower with a flag displaying an emblem flies above Lerwick Town Hall. The sky is clear and blue.

Covid remembrance, wood burning stoves, garden competition

29 May 2024

•Also in the news

A map highlighting Shetland and surrounding islands. Dark green areas represent land, while areas in various shades of red and orange indicate different regions within the map boundary.

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More than 1,300 lose power

28 May 2024

Manager sought as women footballers to enter next island games

Three of the squad who played for Shetland in the 2005 island games could be in contention for the Orkney event next year

28 May 2024

Kitchen upgrade, grant for Ability Shetland and Sumburgh passenger numbers

28 May 2024

•Also in the news

Proposal for ‘gas equivalent tariff’ would end energy inequality for islanders, SNP candidate claims

28 May 2024

A young man wearing glasses and a denim jacket adorned with patches smiles in a garden setting.

Labour to promote ‘Brand Scotland’

28 May 2024

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