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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

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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

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

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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

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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

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

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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

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

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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

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

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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

Person wearing headphones, looking down, with a backdrop of blurred lights.

Young DJ to showcase music at Trondra gig

28 May 2024

A group of large wind turbines stands on a grassy hill under a cloudy sky.

First minister sympathetic to calls for ‘Shetland tariff’

27 May 2024

Cullivoe road construction now expected to begin in March next year

27 May 2024

A portable wooden sauna named "Haar Sauna" with a green roof sits on sandy ground, surrounded by a wooden fence. Rolling grassy hills and a clear blue sky are in the background.

Outdoor sauna wins national award

27 May 2024

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A sign outside a stone building reads "Police Scotland, Police Lerwick, Shetland Area Office" on a clear day with a blue sky.

Police looking for information after theft in Lerwick

27 May 2024

Filla due back in service soon after new £200k engine fitted

27 May 2024

A stone civic building with a pointed roof, labeled "SOUTH RONALDSAY TOWN HALL," featuring chimneys, multiple windows, and a flagpole nearby, situated in a coastal town.

One year disqualification for drink driving

27 May 2024

A group of eight people stand in a row holding large signs with numbers and symbols, displaying the total amount raised as £17,418.68. They are in front of a white tent at night.

More than £170k raised by Relay for Life so far

26 May 2024

A group of people, including children and adults, walk on a track in matching blue shirts. The children in front hold a banner reading "Just Keep Going!.

In Pictures: Relay for Life 2024

25 May 2024

A group of people wearing purple shirts that read "Survivor" stand behind a purple "Relay for Life" banner at an outdoor event. A woman in the center is cutting a ribbon, marking the start of the event.

Watch: relay underway as hundreds turn out for Cancer Research fundraiser

It is the first time the relay is taking place during the day, from midday to midnight

25 May 2024

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A woman with long blonde hair wearing a gray cardigan and a necklace stands with her arms crossed against a plain background.

Riddoch to explore Denmark and Faroe with film screenings and Q&As

25 May 2024

A tunnel with red, blue, and green lights.

Government ‘very willing’ to discuss tunnels with the council, first minister says

24 May 2024

A boat in the middle of the ocean.

SIC requests time extension on government Fair Isle ferry funding

24 May 2024

The cargo vessel Helliar arriving at Lerwick harbour - Photo: Valian

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NorthLink freight ferry taken into dry dock for repairs

24 May 2024

Fire crews called out to fault on overhead network as hundreds lose power

24 May 2024

•Emergency services

A bald man wearing glasses and a dark suit with a white shirt and burgundy tie speaks in front of a dark background.

First minister visit called off due to plane being unable to land at airport

24 May 2024

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Climate festival returns for third edition

24 May 2024

Extra island funding pledged as first minister to take trip to Shetland

24 May 2024

A red and white Coastguard helicopter in flight against a clear blue sky.

Sumburgh based coastguard helicopter crew take part in national strike action

23 May 2024

•Emergency services

Aerial view of a construction site with earth-moving equipment on rugged terrain, featuring roads, a yellow site office, and workers.

Work still suspended at peat slide site

23 May 2024

A sign outside a stone building reads "Police Scotland, Police Lerwick, Shetland Area Office" on a clear day with a blue sky.

Police investigating Lerwick assault

23 May 2024

Bressay ferry, TSB reaction and more…

23 May 2024

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