Family in search of a bi-plane for much-loved Alistair
A family has launched an unusual plea in order to carry out a loved one’s dying wishes. Former Sumburgh Airport employee Alistair Stenton declared his…
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Councillors to discuss tourism tax
A proposed “tourism tax” risks having a detrimental impact on small businesses, councillors will be warned. A draft response to the Scottish government’s planned visitor…
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Lounge Bar goes on the market
A popular Lerwick watering hole has gone on the market. The Lounge Bar in Mounthooly Street is for sale. Situated near the Market Cross, the…
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Record temperatures
Shetland has today [Friday] broken its highest maximum temperature record for September. The mercury has risen to show a scorching 22.1°C in Baltasound. That comes…
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First Minister pressed on support for Dogs Against Drugs
The First Minister has been pressed for a long-term funding solution for Dogs Against Drugs. The charity, which has been running since 2002, is seeking…
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Massive cruise ship departs
One of the largest cruise ships to visit Lerwick Harbour – with thousands on board – has departed after a day of sunshine in Shetland….
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In this week’s Shetland Times
In this week’s (Friday, 18th August) edition of The Shetland Times:
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Tent blows down at Cunningsburgh showground
Preparations for the Cunningsburgh Show have suffered a last-minute glitch. The wind has blown down the show’s marquee, snapping one of the three poles in…
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Temporary measure in place
Temporary measures are in place to allow callers to contact The Shetland Times on our usual number. The measures come after our phone lines went…
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Shetland Times phones down
The Shetland Times phone lines have been down today [Monday]. Anyone wishing to contact us urgently are asked to reach the newsroom at [email protected], advertising…
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Ex-paratrooper Chris has walked the UK
An ex-paratrooper who spent nine months in Shetland during a country-wide trek has completed his fundraising effort. Chris Lewis has finished the 19,000 mile walk…
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Lengthy queues warning after wristband forgeries
Tall ships organisers have warned revellers to expect longer queues, amid concerns over wristband forgeries. Visitors to the Holmsgarth venue have been told a full…
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WATCH: Tall ships leave port
A number of tall ships have been leaving port, despite the cancellation of the Parade of Sail, which was due to take place this afternoon….
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Smudge is reunited with his owner
He may have unwittingly been hired as a temporary police dog, but now Smudge has been reunited with his owner. After a successful first shift…
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