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Shetlanders react to the death of Prince Philip
The announcement from Buckingham Palace that Prince Philip the Duke of Edinburgh, has died at the age of 99 has been met with sadness across…
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Weather warning issued for Shetland
A yellow weather warning for wind has been issued for Shetland with gales expected to develop later this afternoon and overnight. The Met Office are…
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Lerwick Lifeboat shop to re-open
Another small step to normality takes place this Saturday as the Lerwick Lifeboat shop opens its doors to customers. The Commercial Street shop will re-…
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Sullom Voe Terminal tug and towage workers to be balloted on industrial action
Unite Scotland has today, Tuesday 6th April, confirmed that dozens of its tug and towage workers based in the isles are to be balloted for…
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Skerries ferry linkspan upgrade to cause service changes
Shetland Islands Council’s Ferry Service is planning essential work on the linkspan at Skerries next month. Work to install a newly-refurbished linkspan is due to…
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A new look for the New Shetlander
A colourful New Shetlander magazine will hit the shops today, Friday 2nd April, with a new look and in a new size format. The first…
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Taste of Shetland release salty video
Taste of Shetland have released the first of four mouthwatering videos showcasing the isles’ natural larder and traditional Shetland diet. The culinary journey begins with…
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Lerwick lifeboat tows in stricken shellfish boat
RNLI Lerwick Lifeboat went to the aid of a shellfish boat whose propeller had become fouled on a rope and was drifting near cliffs in…
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Sustainability the goal for new SSF appointee
Scottish Sea Farms has announced the appointment of a dedicated head of sustainability and development.
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Staying safe while sharing Shetland’s roads
SIC’s Roads Safety team has launched a campaign to remind residents to stay safe on the roads.
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Update: Unst nature reserve closure postponed
The Hermaness National Nature Reserve in Unst will be closed to visitors from tomorrow, Wednesday, March 31, for the delivery of walkway materials. It was…
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Free Shetland ferries discussed by SIC
It was a short but still informative meeting of SICs Zetland Transport Partnership (ZetTrans) this morning, 24th March, with public transport initiatives, including free travel,…
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Shetland committee support campaign aimed at Keeping Kids Safe Online
With many young people spending more time online due to lockdown and remote learning, the Shetland Public Protection Committee is supporting the awareness campaign #KeepingKidsSafeOnline….
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Shetland’s food and drink producers flock to promotional company
An unprecedented number of businesses have joined promotion company, Shetland Food and Drink Ltd (SFAD), during its 2021 membership drive. As well as securing subscription…
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