Ritchie rowing to raise funds for Ability Shetland
A man whose mobility was seriously impacted by an accident years ago is attempting to row the distance from Lerwick to Aberdeen for charity. Ritchie…
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UPDATED: Heather fire near Girlsta loch
Four fire appliances are continuing to battle a heather fire near Girlsta loch. Scottish Fire and Rescue said they were called to the scene at…
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In this week’s Shetland Times
In today’s (Friday, 3rd May) edition of The Shetland Times:
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42nd Folk Festival kicks off
The 42nd Shetland Folk Festival has got under way in great fashion today. Musicians gathered for the launch event this afternoon (Thursday), with an array…
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WATCH: Polish tall ship depart Lerwick
Dar Mlodziezy has left Lerwick after three days of welcoming visitors.
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SSE withdraws application to close road for over two months
SSE has withdrawn their application to close the Kergord to Sandwater road for over two months after being accused of creating “absolute mayhem”.
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Two cruise ships bring thousands of visitors on sunny May Day
Lerwick has been bustling with tourists after two cruise ships called on one of the busiest days of the bumper season so far.
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Witness appeal after vehicle in near miss with cyclist on A970
A cyclist was almost knocked over by an overtaking vehicle, police said.
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Health board reviewing staffing levels after 475 sign petition calling for GP to be reinstated
The health board has confirmed it is reviewing health centre staffing levels after almost 500 people signed a petition calling for a GP’s reinstatement.
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New look Noss centre set to re-open
Noss Nature Reserve will re-open to the public tomorrow (Wednesday) with a new-look visitor centre. The Noss ferry will resume service for the summer season…
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Road to close for over two months without community ‘consultation’
The council’s environment and transport chairwoman Moraig Lyall confirmed she was unaware of plans to close the B9075 for over two months to lay an
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UHI launches ‘cutting edge’ research centre
A fisheries scientist will launch a new research centre in Scalloway today, helping the venue set its sights on innovation and sustainability. Professor Ray Hilborn,…
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Search for missing person being stood down overnight
A search for a person reported missing in Lerwick is being stood down overnight. The Sumburgh-based rescue helicopter and Lerwick lifeboat were called out just…
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Young Fiddler of the Year winners
Kristie Williamson,14, from Burra was named Shetland Young Fiddler of the Year 2024 at the Mareel last night. She took home the Frank Jamieson Memorial…
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