Fishing leader warns of catastrophic impact of HPMAs
The row over controversial consultation on highly protected marine areas has intensified. Fishing leaders have warned ministers the move, which could ban fishing in a…
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Achievement of top apprentice highlighted in parliament
A top apprentice has gained special recognition in the Scottish Parliament. A motion has been lodged at Holyrood celebrating the achievement of North Roe farmer…
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Seventies were the best of times, Althing decides
A teenager has helped convince over a dozen folk that the seventies were a time when we never had it so good. Anderson High School…
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Police appeal after woman left seriously injured
Police are appealing for information after a woman suffered serious injuries in a crash. The incident happened shortly after 1.10pm on Friday at the pier…
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Clarity sought over lack of meter appointments
Questions are being raised over delays to meter replacement appointments. It follows concerns energy giant SSEN may have made an instruction for no bookings to…
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New start for Irvine Interiors
The former owners of Sound Service Station in Lerwick have embarked on a new business venture. Jordan and Gemma Thomason have taken over home and…
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WATCH: Delting Up-Helly-A’ proves well worth the wait
The Delting Up-Helly-A’ has reached its fiery climax, with Guizer Jarl Dwayne Davies sending off his finely-crafted galley to her final resting place. It comes…
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WATCH: Major fundraising effort attached to Delting Up-Helly-A’
A major fundraising effort has formed a significant part of the Delting Up-Helly-A’. Members of the Jarl’s Squad have taken part in a 20 tonne…
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Road closed through Kergord
Due to drifting snow, the B9075 road through Kergord will be closed to all through traffic until further notice. A combination of strong winds and…
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All schools closed again
With more snowfall overnight, all schools in Shetland will be closed today (Tuesday). Despite a slight thaw in recent days, the temperature has fallen below…
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UPDATED: Weather continues to disrupt schools
Despite a recent small rise in temperatures, there are continuing transport difficulties in the North of Shetland where some schools will remain closed today (Monday)…
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All schools in Shetland will be closed today (Wednesday) due to the wintry weather conditions. With fresh falls of snow overnight, the council says many…
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All schools in Shetland will be closed today (Tuesday) due to the wintry weather conditions. There was overnight snowfalls across many parts of Shetland, wih…
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Ukrainian speaks out a year after invasion
A woman who spoke of her experiences immediately after the Russian invasion of Ukraine says her country will see peace again soon. Kyiv resident Olha…
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