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A woman in blue NHS Scotland scrubs stands against a plain light-colored background, looking at the camera with a neutral expression.

Also in the news: nurse highly commended, Pride Month and more…

13 June 2025

•Also in the news

Parents ‘disgusted’ by plans to use Aith school cupboards for ASN pupils

Lack of consultation and changing facility move also strongly criticised

12 June 2025

A person wearing a yellow safety vest and rainbow clothing raises both thumbs up while leading a group of people participating in a cheerful parade on a cloudy day.

Shetland Pride calls on islanders to support LGBTQIA+ community

12 June 2025

RTS meter switch-off will now be phased, Ofgem confirms

12 June 2025

A man with short light brown hair in a leather jacket and blue shirt stands beside a brick wall, looking directly at the camera.

Noir headliner, district heating, ferry lashing and more…

12 June 2025

•Also in the news

Football team pay touching tribute to Iain Goodlad

12 June 2025

A person in a high-visibility vest examines an archaeological excavation site with exposed stone structures, near a stone wall and a house in the background.

Excavations offer more insight into history of Gletness coastline

12 June 2025

Six people stand on stage holding an award in front of a large screen displaying "National Youth Work Awards WINNER.

Youth Voice group scoops national award

12 June 2025

Court round-up 12 June

12 June 2025

Three people stand outdoors by the sea, holding a large ceremonial check for £25,000 made out to Viking Genes from the North Yell Development Council.

Largest donation yet for Viking Genes as North Yell group pledges £25k

11 June 2025

Sentence deferred on man who threatened to kill his partner

11 June 2025

Two seabirds are entangled in blue plastic string; one lies on a dark surface and the other hangs from a rocky area, suspended by the tangled material.

Marine litter concern as tangled gannets found dead

11 June 2025

A stone building with a sign reading "Police" above the entrance, features gabled roofs and windows. A blue sign at the front indicates "County Buildings." There are benches and a lamppost nearby.

Man given prison term for drink driving offence

11 June 2025

An older man in a yellow jacket and knit hat sits at an outdoor table promoting the Sovereign Nation of Shetland, with informational posters and papers displayed.

Campaigner Hill jailed after refusing to pay fine or carry out unpaid work

11 June 2025

A person wearing glasses and a cap stands at an excavation site, holding a large, elongated stone artifact with both hands. Soil, tools, and a bucket are visible nearby.

Ancient artefacts discovered in archaeological dig

11 June 2025

Close-up of high-visibility police uniforms with the word "POLICE" printed in large white letters on a blue background.

Local police to wear body-worn cameras from next week

11 June 2025

A bearded man in a blue suit and teal tie stands in front of leafy green plants, smiling at the camera.

SCT investments bouncing back as markets adjust

11 June 2025

Go-ahead for Cullivoe road construction after business case approval

10 June 2025

A small white stone building with a brown tiled roof, three windows, and an asphalt area, set in a rural area under a blue sky.

Skerries church goes on the market

10 June 2025

New Fair Isle ferry to be built in Yorkshire as SIC awards contract

10 June 2025

A variety of jewelry-making tools and materials, including wire mesh, pliers, stencils, a mortar and pestle, and metal components, are arranged on a work surface.

Art in Nature workshops, opera in schools and more …

10 June 2025

•Also in the news

A wet, empty road curves through a grassy landscape with scattered construction materials and a wind turbine in the distance under a cloudy sky.

Final planning approval for wind farm substation development

10 June 2025

Two people with glasses, one wearing a scarf and green top, the other in a checked suit and tie, sit side by side at a wooden table against a beige wall.

Inksters Solicitors expands into England and beyond

10 June 2025

Two women in blue athletic gear smile and display medals in front of a Kilmarnock Harrier & Athletic Club tent at an outdoor event.

Sporting round-up 10 June

10 June 2025

Updated

Islanders suffer the poorest postal service in the country

9 June 2025

Countdown to this year’s Shetland Pride events

9 June 2025

Two people stand beside a banner about young sudden cardiac death, featuring statistics and information on screening and symptoms, with contact details for the CRY screening program.

Heart screening, port health reminder and more…

9 June 2025

•Also in the news

A man with gray hair and a beard wearing sunglasses, a suit, and a tie stands outdoors against a backdrop of cloudy sky.

Leask appointed new UHI Shetland chair

9 June 2025

A swimmer wearing a swim cap and goggles performs the butterfly stroke in a pool, creating a splash of water behind them.

Orkney win Stuart Cup for third time in a row

8 June 2025

A band performs on stage under colorful lights while a large crowd watches and dances in front of the stage at an indoor concert venue.

Biggest headline gig yet a success for the Plonkys

8 June 2025

•Entertainment

Three teenage soccer players compete for the ball on a grassy field, with two in red uniforms defending against one in blue. Spectators watch from the sidelines.

Shetland behind after first day of junior inter county

7 June 2025

A person with short brown hair wearing a red life jacket stands on a boat, with part of the sail and rigging visible in the background.

Lerwick stop-off for sailor aiming to circumnavigate Arctic Circle

7 June 2025

Five musicians stand on stage playing violins, with microphones and stage lights visible in the background.

High calibre and a lot of fun

Our reviewer Carol Jamieson thorough enjoyed the entertainment served up at this year’s Student Showcase

7 June 2025

A woman and a boy stand side by side indoors. The boy wears a medal and a school sweatshirt, and both are smiling at the camera.

Also in the news: bike week, crofting bill, joke contest and more…

7 June 2025

•Also in the news

Three police officers in uniform stand in front of a police vehicle parked outdoors on a cloudy day.

Drug driving a ’significant problem’, roadside testing trial results show

Use of drug wipe kits in Shetland set to continue
Roll-out across Scotland expected to be slow and in small steps

6 June 2025

Estimated cost of Cullivoe road project rises by one third

6 June 2025

Lerwick power station is set to produce electricity well into the next decade.

Battery park construction set to get underway in ‘next few weeks’

6 June 2025

A middle-aged man with a shaved head in a dark suit jacket and light shirt stands outdoors against a blurred brown background.

Greens to discuss alternative drugs policy at public event

6 June 2025

A group of people holding string instruments pose for a photo in front of a staircase indoors, with some standing on the stairs and others on the ground floor.

Global appeal for fiddle week as event gears up for return

6 June 2025

Two uniformed police officers stand outside a stone police station building with a sign reading "POLICE" above the entrance.

Police Scotland step up campaign to recruit more local people

5 June 2025

A stone building with a sign reading "Police" above the entrance, features gabled roofs and windows. A blue sign at the front indicates "County Buildings." There are benches and a lamppost nearby.

Early hours assault lands man with £1.2k financial penalty

5 June 2025

Court round-up 5 June

5 June 2025

Eight men stand on a wooden Viking-style boat docked at a harbor, with shields lining the boat’s side and marine vessels visible in the background.

Sponsorship boost for Dim Riv

5 June 2025

Two older women stand side by side outdoors near a body of water with boats and ships in the background on a sunny day.

Crime fiction festival Shetland Noir set for 2026 return

5 June 2025

Ten people pose indoors, holding a large cheque for £400 from the Bank of Scotland with "Viking Genes Fund" written on it. Three people are kneeling in front, and seven are standing behind.

Donations handed over to Viking Genes

5 June 2025

Two people wearing hard hats, safety glasses, and high-visibility jackets stand on a dock with a ship and water in the background.

Availability of power the ‘big uncertainty’ for Rosebank electrification plans

4 June 2025

A large ferry named NorthLink sails on the water with mountains in the background.

‘Great news’ as procurement process starts for two new freight ferries

4 June 2025

A large group of people on stage hold certificates at the Saltire Awards Ceremony 2025, with a presentation screen and banners in the background.

Young folk celebrated after racking up over 22,000 hours volunteering

4 June 2025

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