Search for missing pensioner
Police are still searching for a Lerwick pensioner who was reported missing yesterday sparking a full-scale search.
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Community councils urged to make their views known on school closure proposals
The importance of input from community councils over proposed secondary school closures was stressed today.
READ FULL STORYPolice warn against flashing laser pens at passing motorists
The police in Shetland have reminded people about the dangers of shining laser pointers at moving vehicles, following a report from a concerned person.
READ FULL STORYSlight fall in hospital admissions for under-age drinking, health board meeting hears
Seven young people in the 12-18 age range were admitted to hospital with acute intoxication in 2012/13, according to drink figures issued by NHS Shetland.
READ FULL STORYNaval chief praises winch operator Kieran for long and distinguished life-saving career
In the course of his 44-year career, Kieran Murray has helped save more than 1,000 lives.
READ FULL STORYArts trust figures show £163,250 deficit
Trustees of Shetland Arts will tonight be asked to approve the audited accounts for the last financial year, which covers the first six months of
READ FULL STORYGovernment to appeal windfarm decision
The Scottish Government is to appeal Lady Clark of Calton’s decision to quash consent for the Viking Energy windfarm.
READ FULL STORYSustainable Shetland claims victory
Campaign group Sustainable Shetland is claiming a major victory against the Scottish government today, after a judge at the Court of Session in Edinburgh indicated
READ FULL STORYCreel boat towed to shore
Lerwick lifeboat was involved in a rescue of a small creel boat while out on exercise last night.
READ FULL STORYConference will consider high cost of island living
A conference will this week examine the findings of a report which highlighted the gap in living expenses between rural and urban areas.
READ FULL STORYBest chippy in Scotland
Frankie’s Fish and Chips in Brae has been crowned the best chippy in Scotland – thanks in part to the quality of local ingredients.
READ FULL STORYRelay for Life’s new chairwoman urges community to support 2014 event
The new chairwoman of the Relay for Life fund-raising event has confirmed next year’s event will take place on the Clickimin running track in Lerwick
READ FULL STORYKristofferson leaves Clickimin crowd clapping and stomping for more
They were queueing for country legend Kris Kristofferson by 5.30pm even though the Clickimin doors were only due to open at 6.45pm.
READ FULL STORYNorth Lochside house fire
Firefighters were called to tackle a fire at an address in North Lochside, Lerwick at around 7pm on Sunday.
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