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Over 65’s invited for winter Covid booster
NHS Shetland urge anyone over-65 that has not been contacted by phone for their Covid booster to call them at 01595 743319. They are offering…
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Mobile operating theatre leaves Gilbert Bain Hospital
The mobile operating theatre has been removed from Gilbert Bain Hospital, after arriving in January 2022. More than 500 operations were undertaken by visiting teams…
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Donate a lamb appeal
Famers and crofters have been asked to donate a lamb in an appeal by the Institute of Auctioneers and Appraisers in Scotland (IAAS). Part of…
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Footage of fishing boat rescue released by coastguard
The coastguard has released footage of yesterday’s (Thur) rescue of eight fishermen after their vessel sank off Fair Isle. The crew of the Peterhead-based Guiding…
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Early warnings of ferry disruptions
NorthLink have issued a warning to customers about potential disruption for Monday, 10th October. The ferry operator said weather forecasts indicate there will likely be…
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Fishing crew rescued after boat sinks off Fair Isle
Eight people have been rescued from a fishing boat which sank off Fair Isle, 45 nautical miles south-east from the coast. The crew abandoned ship…
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“Queen of Crime” among next year’s Shetland Noir guests
On the back of this years Wordplay festival, Shetland Arts have announced the first three headlines for next years festival – Shetland Noir. Val McDermid,…
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Successful cruise season bodes well for 2023, LPA says
A successful cruise season at Lerwick Harbour suggests a continuing improvement in 2023, Lerwick Port Authority has said. As the first season that the harbour…
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Tall Ships organisers seek volunteers
Tall Ships organisers are looking for more than 150 volunteers to help with the event. This includes at least 90 people who will interact with…
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Community council elections now open
The nomination period for community council elections has opened. The term of office for councillors elected will be two years, ending in 2024. All nominations…
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Dozens of protesters campaign against gill netting
Around 50 protesters gathered at the Market Cross today [Saturday] to make their voices heard about the dangers of gill netting. The group, representing Fishing…
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Local artists urged to ‘hop to it’
Clan Cancer Support is urging local artists to submit designs for the Big Hop art sculpture trail in 2023. The cancer charity has partnered again…
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Shetland Hotel suffers serious weather damage
Poor weather has caused serious damage to the roof of The Shetland Hotel in Lerwick.
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Lerwick harbour bounces back after Covid
Figures show that Lerwick Harbour is gradually returning to its pre-Covid glory. Lerwick Port Authority has been continuing its efforts to restore the harbour’s activity…
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