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Loganair flight diverted after medical emergency

10 February 2025

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10 February 2025

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7 February 2025

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Entries now open for youth music festival

7 February 2025

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Three-day traditional youth music gathering announced

6 February 2025

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Former councillor’s funeral, superfast broadband, pianist to return and Swan treasurer sought

6 February 2025

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Self-directed support – a different way of providing social care

There are currently vacancies for for around 30 personal assistant jobs available

5 February 2025

Two men examining samples in clear plastic bags outdoors, standing near industrial buildings.

Funded support to be offered to crofters claiming rural support

5 February 2025

Warning over ‘apples’ drug thought to be circulating in Orkney and Shetland

4 February 2025

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Sporting round-up 3 February

3 February 2025

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Staff praised as Brae care centre receives favourable report

3 February 2025

Fresh start beckons for Hay’s Dock cafe as new operator sought

3 February 2025

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Driver caught doing almost twice speed limit by road police

3 February 2025

Island councils appoint consultant for visitor levy feasibility study

3 February 2025

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Early sailing on Monday due to weather

2 February 2025

The Brae eatery will now vie for a UK-wide gong. Photo: Ben Mullay

Time Out crowns Brae chippy one of Britain’s best

1 February 2025

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Row over dental care for NHS patients continues as NHS vows to work with Lerwick Dental Practice

1 February 2025

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Folk encouraged to take the plunge and join new freediving club

31 January 2025

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Also in the news: NorthLink retirement, unique film exhibition and more…

31 January 2025

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Gott footpath project moves step forward

31 January 2025

A large ferry named "NorthLink" sails in open water, with a lighthouse visible in the background. © Austin Taylor Photography, 2023.

Boat to leave early on Saturday with more disruption predicted

31 January 2025

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Equinor to continue progressing Rosebank project despite court ruling

Campaigners have also welcomed the court ruling, which calls for the government to reconsider approval for the oil and gas development

30 January 2025

Power cut, Dunter update and more…

30 January 2025

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Major creative funding boost for three isles organisations

30 January 2025

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Fire service add to tributes to young rugby player Erin Quinn

27 January 2025

Spaceport boost as rocket firm lands £20m government investment

29 January 2025

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Junior Up Helly Aa procession brings fiery fun to Lerwick

29 January 2025

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Deadlines approaching for arts funding opportunities

29 January 2025

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Lerwick firmly in the hands of local Vikings

28 January 2025

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Fin enjoys day in the spotlight as Junior Up Helly Aa returns

28 January 2025

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A large group of people dressed as Vikings, holding shields and axes, poses in front of a ship's bow on a rainy day near the sea.

Up Helly Aa 2025 – Jarl Calum’s big day finally underway

28 January 2025

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Water charges to rise by nearly ten per cent

28 January 2025

Hundreds of homes lose power

28 January 2025

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Sporting round-up 27 January

27 January 2025

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Fish farm worker witnesses rare rainbow reflection

27 January 2025

Library unveils most borrowed books lists

27 January 2025

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Dry docking delays to cause disruption to Whalsay ferry service

27 January 2025

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Junior Up Helly Aa procession to be livestreamed for first time

27 January 2025

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Wreaths laid, vehicle tax scam and more…

27 January 2025

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Remanded in custody

27 January 2025

Glamping applicant defends plans after more objections to Lerwick pod

25 January 2025

January's Storm Gertrude, shown here hitting Ulsta, was used as an example of Scotland's violent weather. Photo: Robert Odie

Some South Mainland homes lose power as storm continues to affect travel

25 January 2025

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Norwegian trawler fined after detainment

24 January 2025

Scalloway Meat Company to become new home of post office

24 January 2025

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Two boys issued with police warnings after vehicles vandalised

24 January 2025

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Transport disruption as Storm Éowyn takes effect in isles

24 January 2025

Fiery Up Helly Aa festivities to be livestreamed around the world

24 January 2025

NorthLink has confirmed more cancellations.

Friday’s boats now cancelled, NorthLink announces

24 January 2025

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