NorthLink ferry set for return to service after extended dry dock visit
The lifeline ferry service will return to full capacity with two passenger vessels operating from tomorrow (Tuesday).
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Dry dock delays continue with no northbound sailing on Monday
NorthLink has confirmed Hrossey’s delayed return from dry dock will mean there is no northbound sailing on Monday.
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Driver and passenger feared for their life after flying through air in dramatic crash
A driver and their passenger thought they were going to die after a crash sent them flying through the air, a court heard.
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Council receives 3,800 tonnes of rock salt for gritting winter roads
The council has topped up its rock salt stocks with a 3,800 tonne delivery.
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Pilot flies off into the sunset after 34 ‘incredible’ years of service
A popular pilot has flown his final flight – bowing out of service alongside the aircraft that has been the mainstay of his career.
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Saab 340 takes off from Sumburgh airport for the final time
Aviation enthusiasts have been bidding a fond farewell to a popular plane which takes off today (Tuesday) from Sumburgh airport for the final time.
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Ferries and buses suspended due to Storm Isha
Storm Isha has brought more transport disruption to the isles, with many buses and inter-island ferry services suspended due to high winds.
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Storm Isha may disrupt ferries and school transport
Storm Isha could affect school transport and inter-island ferries tomorrow (Monday), the SIC has warned.
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Early departure, 5am arrival and cancellations to NorthLink sailings due to gales
NorthLink has updated its weather warnings for customers, with gales set to bring early departures, a 5am arrival and cancellations.
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Fair Isle residents stranded on Mainland hoping for weather window to make it home
Fair Isle folk have been stranded on Mainland due to the winter weather bringing flights to a standstill.
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Gales set to disrupt NorthLink sailings
Forecast gales are set to bring disruption to NorthLink sailings.
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Council warns of localised flooding as thaw sets in – while compacted snow may still take time to clear
The council has reported “much improved” road conditions as rising temperatures begin to melt the snow that has caused travel chaos over the past week.
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Thaw begins but council warns roads ‘still challenging’
The SIC has warned drivers that road conditions across the isles continue to be challenging – and are expected to remain so overnight.
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Abandoned vehicle blocked ambulance on emergency call
A vehicle abandoned in the snow blocked an ambulance responding a heart attack patient – promoting fresh calls for caution on the roads.
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