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Ferry disruption expected after new heavy vehicle guidance
Vehicles over 3.5 tonnes now need to be secured at all times while travelling on council ferries, the SIC announced. This comes following an investigation…
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Fisherman taken to hospital
A coastguard helicopter went to the aid of a fisherman onboard a vessel north of Shetland this morning (Tuesday). The R900 was called out before…
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Salmon survival rates at highest since pandemic began
Scottish salmon has recorded its best survival rate since the pandemic. This was the assessment of Salmon Scotland chief executive Tavish Scott, who says it…
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Sign language at this year’s panto
This year’s pantomime has already achieved a first, with a British Sign Language-interpreted performance scheduled to take place. The special performance of Babes in the…
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Student bursary allocation ends this week
The deadline for student bursary applications to the Glasgow Orkney and Shetland Benevolent Society is fast approaching. Students from Orkney or Shetland who are attending…
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Van driver loses licence after failed drugs test
A 40-year-old man who drove a van with trace of cocaine in his system was disqualified for a year handed a fine. Stuart Rendall, of…
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Woman found guilty of possessing drugs
A 47-year-old woman has been fined £520 for the possession of cocaine. Laureen Johnston, of Upper Sound, Lerwick, had denied two charges of possessing of…
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In this week’s Shetland Times
In today’s (Friday, 25th October) edition of The Shetland Times: Click here to get The Shetland Times delivered to your device every Friday morning.
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Police appeal for information after Lerwick break-in
Police are appealing for information following a housebreaking at a property in the Kveldsro Gardens area of Lerwick. The break-in happened between noon on Friday,…
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The Swan set to get a new mast
The Swan will be fitted with a new main mast in the coming weeks, thanks to a new partnership. Serco NorthLink and The Swan Trust…
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NorthLink ferry to leave early
Tonight’s southbound sailing from Lerwick will leave earlier than scheduled due to forecasted adverse weather. Hjaltland was to depart the town at 5.30pm but will…
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NorthLink warns of travel disruption
Tomorrow’s southbound NorthLink sailing will leave Lerwick two hours earlier than scheduled. The ferry operator has advised customers of the move ahead of possible weather-related…
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SIC issues latest on ferries
The inter-island ferry Bigga will is being brought back into service on Bluemull Sound following yesterday’s incident involving a cement mixer. Shetland Islands Council says…
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