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Police confirm young man has died in jet ski tragedy
Police have confirmed a young man has died in a jet ski tragedy. Emergency services were called to an incident in Gremista marina this afternoon….
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Liberation convoy will mark VE Day 80th anniversary
Plans are unveiled today for events marking the 80th anniversary of the end of the Second World War, including the visit by the “liberation convoy”…
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New Cullivoe road project open to tenders
The much-anticipated replacement for the Cullivoe road has moved a step closer. Shetland Islands Council has published the contract notice for the new B9082, which…
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Hildasay expected back in service tomorrow
NorthLink’s freight vessel Hildasay will be back in service tomorrow (Sunday) once essential repairs are carried out. The ferry operator said yesterday that an immediate…
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Freight sailing cancelled for repairs
Tonight’s northbound freight sailing from Aberdeen has been cancelled to allow for repairs. The Hildasay was due to sail for Kirkwall and Lerwick this afternoon….
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POLL: Should Shetland have more salmon farms?
A consultation closes next week on plans for what will be, if approved, the UK’s largest salmon farm: Fish Holm. Meanwhile Scottish Sea Farms confirmed…
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‘Purveyors of misery’ jailed for role in supply of heroin
A criminal pair have been locked up for their roles in supplying tens of thousands of pounds’ worth of heroin. Jessica Louise Richards, 34, and…
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Police investigate reports of naked man at Clickimin
Police officers are investigating reports of a man exposing himself in a public area of the Clickimin Leisure Centre. The alleged incident took place last…
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Helicopter scrambled for casualty
The coastguard helicopter has been scrambled this afternoon after an injury onboard a vessel. Rescue 900 was called summoned following the incident, which happened 60…
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Delting Up-Helly-A’ brings a spark of joy
The climax to Delting Up-Helly-A’s celebrations was, literally, a slow-burner. Increasing winds in the evening meant the galley Maren seemed to remain largely untouched by…
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NorthLink has warned conditions are likely to impact on its freight services. The Hildasay is due to leave Aberdeen for Lerwick at 6pm tonight (Sat)….
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Celebrations in full swing for Delting Up-Helly-A’
The last in this year’s programme of fire festivals is taking place today, with Delting Up-Helly-A’ proving to be a highlight of the day. Guizer…
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SIC launches mobile phones in schools consultation
The council is seeking views on the use of mobile phones in schools. Parents, guardians teachers and pupils have been asked to complete a survey…
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In this week’s Shetland Times
In today’s (Friday, 14th March) edition of The Shetland Times: • EXCLUSIVE: Lifesaving letters highlighted by Viking Genes volunteers • EXCLUSIVE: New figures reveal sick days…
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