Jarl Squad pose for galley photo
Guizer Jarl Neil Moncrieff and his squad pose for the traditional shot with the galley at the Bressay ferry terminal this morning (Tuesday). Photographer Brian…
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Crowds delight in return of Up-Helly-A’
Up-Helly-A’ finally returned after a long three year-wait this morning (Tuesday), with Guizer Jarl Neil Moncrieff belatedly getting the chance to lead the festivals. Crowds…
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Up-Helly-A’ Proclamation Bill posted
The iconic Up-Helly-A’ Proclamation was posted at the Market Cross overnight.
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Bells Brae pupils grill Guizer Jarl
P7 pupils at Bell’s Brae Primary School got the chance to interview Guizer Jarl Neil Moncreiff prior to the big day. They asked him: Have…
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Bairns lap up snow day sledging at Sound
Bairns at Sound seized the opportunity after schools were shut on Monday, donning their hats and jackets and heading for the hills at Sound for…
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Althing debate to focus on the church
Next weekend’s Althing debate will hark back to the organisation’s early days, with a discussion on churches.
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Jarl John Magnus and Scalloway squad kick off fire festival season
Jarl John Magnus Gray and his squad kickstarted the fire festival season in Scalloway this morning (Friday). After a hearty breakfast they set off from…
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WATCH: Better late then never for Guizer Jarl
Lerwick Up-Helly-A’ Guizer Jarl Neil Moncrieff discusses the work done to prepare for this year’s festival. Neil said he was looking forward to finally getting…
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Pupils take to the floor
The Anderson High School’s senior beanfeast returned last week after a two year absence, due to Covid-19 restrictions. Last month’s snow, which forced schools to…
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Bressay parkrun gets in the festive spirit
It wasn’t just the visit of Santa that got everyone excited for Christmas – in Bressay, the usual Saturday morning parkrun event got a festive…
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Unusual ice formation spotted in Foula
Donna Atherton sent in this photo of an unusual ice formation on Rossies loch in Foula, taken yesterday (Thursday). This phenomenon is called “ice balls”,…
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Mulled juice and mince pies in Scalloway
Carol singing and mulled apple juice helped set the festive scene in Scalloway.
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Tractor run to bring festive cheer
Tractors bedecked with Christmas lights will once again take part on a convoy through Lerwick this festive season.
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Picture: Mirrie dancers seen over North Nesting
A magnificent view of the Mirrie Dancers at The Old Schoolhouse, North Nesting. The picture was taken last night (Monday) by Kev Bryant at his…
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