Ferry worker steps in to maintain services on Bluemull Sound
A ferry worker has stepped in to save services after the threat of cancellation which would have left Unst and Fetlar cut-off for most of
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Some voters still waiting for postal voting packs
Voters who have not received their postal voting packs – with just days to go before the election – are being urged to contact their…
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Southend claim Cunningsburgh’s scalp in Parish Cup
The two winners of the last four Parish Cups met on Saturday afternoon, with current holders Southend coming out on top over Cunningsburgh with a…
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European bee-eater on Papa Stour
This picture of a European bee-eater was captured today (Saturday) by Magnie Scott on Papa Stour. He told The Shetland Times: “He was so colourful…
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UPDATE: Come to Brae Days opens
The Come to Brae Days continues today (Saturday) with a host of events. They include a sea swim at Busta, aerial hoop, care centre fun…
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More disruption on Bluemull Sound ferry service
Shetland Islands Council is advising passengers of more disruption next week to ferry services on Bluemull Sound between Yell, Unst and Fetlar, caused by staff…
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NHS warning over infections
NHS Shetland’s public health team is providing guidance following a rise in viral andrespiratory infections, typically associated with the winter months in Shetland. In a…
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Poll: Should some drugs be legalised or decriminalised?
General election candidates offered their views on drug reform this week in the last of a series of articles in The Shetland Times.
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In this week’s Shetland Times
In today’s (Friday 28th June) edition of The Shetland Times: Click here to get The Shetland Times delivered to your device every Friday morning.
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Total to sell off Shetland Gas Plant
The owner of the Shetland Gas Plant has agreed to its sale. Total Energies announced it would be selling its entire West of Shetland assets,…
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Triple national nominations for Lerwick Brewery
Lerwick Brewery bosses have said they are “absolutely delighted” after being shortlisted in three categories of a national awards.
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Scalloway actress stars in film about voting accessibility
Sandra Voe, 87, from Scalloway is set to star in a film which highlights the need for accessible voting for blind and partially sighted people.
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Meeting to sound out interest in reforming Parkinson’s support group
A meeting is taking place tonight (Wednesday) to sound out interest in relaunching the Parkinson’s support group.
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House fire in Lerwick
Emergency services have attended a fire in Lerwick this afternoon, with two people needing medical attention. Scottish Fire and Rescue said three appliances and two…
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