New friendship agreement signed between Shetland and Norway
The bond between Shetland and Norway has been reinforced with the signing of a new friendship agreement.
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Isle of Vaila for sale – with a £1.75m price tag
The Isle of Vaila – with six-and-a-half miles of coastline and a 17th century mansion – has gone on the market for offers over 1.75million….
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Whale of a problem
By Adrian Darbyshire Inconsiderate parking by orca watchers is a Shetland-wide problem, community councillors heard. This issue was raised at a meeting of the Association…
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Whalsay fun run raises cash for charity
The Whalsay Fun Run was held recently to commemorate the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee, and raised almost £2,000 in the process.
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Bridges Project helps support Ukraine
Three young people attending the Bridges Project have an art exhibition on display at Islesburgh Community Centre. The aim of the project was initially to…
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Sailing in to the South Mainland
There have been some fantastic yachts and tall ships on the move around Shetland just now. Yesterday (Monday), the sailing ship Byr from Iceland made…
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Jubilee street celebration ‘a great success’
The Peerie Jubilee Spree event has been hailed a great success. The sun even came out to shine on the crowds who gathered to enjoy…
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Shetland Arts agreement will give dash of creativity to the Knab
Shetland Arts has announced a two-year partnership with Shetland Islands Council to deliver creative solutions for The Knab as part of the redevelopment masterplan.
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Shining a light on maritime heritage
By Adrian Darbyshire Visitors to Sumburgh Head had a rare opportunity to step inside its historic lighthouse tower as part of an event to celebrate…
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Welcome return for Classic Motor Show
Crowds of hundreds have been descending on the Classic Motor Show. The event is back at the Clickimin Leisure Centre in Lerwick, with a host…
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Anniversary celebrations in Aith
By Adrian Darbyshire It was a red letter day for Aith as the village celebrated no fewer than four landmark anniversaries. Aith’s big weekend marked…
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Classic Cars get into gear
By Motoring Correspondent James McConnachie The run up to the Shetland Classic Motor Show has seen some interesting metal arrive from distant locations, whetting the…
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Folk enjoy gala afternoon ahead of Relay for Life
A crowd of folk have braved the rain to enjoy a gala afternoon at the Clickimin running track ahead of Saturday night’s Relay for Life….
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Norwegian Star arrives into Lerwick
The cruise ship Norwegian Star has sailed into Lerwick Harbour this morning (Thursday). The 294-metre ship, owned by Norwegian Cruise Line, can hold over 2,300…
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