Fuel poverty ‘shocker’ should power energy reform
It is the “greatest injustice” that so many people are in fuel poverty in the isles, when there are energy producers generating so much power….
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Tributes paid to Dougie Leask who brought ‘joy to thousands’ as Santa Claus
Tributes have been paid to Dougie Leask who “brought joy to thousands” as Santa Claus.
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NorthLink warns of further delays as strong winds continue
NorthLink has warned passengers of further delays to services as strong winds continue through the week.
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Hymhus receives six-figure sum to ‘radically improve’ energy efficiency
Bigton’s Hymhus project has received a six-figure sum to help improve sustainability of the former kirk and “radically improve” its energy efficiency.
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More than £200k awarded to help Fair Isle Bird Observatory reopen in May
The Fair Isle Bird Observatory (Fibo) is set to received more than £200,000 to complete its rebuild and reopen next May.
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Famous bar and music venue closes permanently
A famous bar which served for decades as a meeting place for musicians has shut up shop for good.
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Former addict broke bail by refusing to stay at property littered with drug paraphernalia
A recovering addict broke his bail conditions by refusing to stay at a property littered with drug paraphernalia, a court heard.
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NorthLink warns services could be delayed up to four hours due to strong winds
NorthLink has warned of weather-related delays affecting its services tomorrow (Tuesday).
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Marine projects to get a share of £14m in support
Marine businesses will gain a share of £14m in Scottish government support. Seven isles-based projects will benefit from the investment – including a Scalloway fisher…
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Speeding offences detected
Seven speeding offences were detected by police in Shetland this week. Highlands and Islands road policing officers were in the isles as part of their…
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Trio raise cash through marathon effort
A trio of runners have crossed the finish line in the Lisbon Marathon – successfully raising funds for the Shetland Care Attendant Scheme (SCAS). The…
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Coastguard teams help with medical transfer
The coastguard helicopter was scrambled today [Sunday] for a medical transfer. Rescue teams helped the Scottish Ambulance Service with the transfer from Unst. The patient…
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First minister to announce support for marine sector during isles visit
The first minister will announce support for the marine economy during a visit to the isles tomorrow. John Swinney will join the Convention of the…
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Public invited to have their say on Scalloway Harbour
Views are being sought on possible options to redevelop Scalloway Harbour. It comes after members of Shetland Islands Council were presented with an initial report…
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