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A large white building with multiple windows stands near the coast with surrounding grassy hills and cliffs under a cloudy sky with a setting sun.

Light at the end of the tunnel for Fair Isle bird observatory

4 October 2024

Fishing and floating wind farms ‘not able to co-exist’, industry chief says

4 October 2024

Two fishing boats, H-90 and H-360, navigate through the ocean under a cloudy sky.

Wheelhouse left unattended by skipper before collision, investigation finds

3 October 2024

A stone civic building with a pointed roof, labeled "SOUTH RONALDSAY TOWN HALL," featuring chimneys, multiple windows, and a flagpole nearby, situated in a coastal town.

Man who drove dangerously and assaulted police officers had no recollection of his offending

3 October 2024

Green algae bloom on the surface of a body of water, surrounded by rocks and plant debris.

Another report of blue-green algae

3 October 2024

A stone civic building with a pointed roof, labeled "SOUTH RONALDSAY TOWN HALL," featuring chimneys, multiple windows, and a flagpole nearby, situated in a coastal town.

Man receives prison warning after admitting two assaults

3 October 2024

Bixter man banned after crash

3 October 2024

Councillor sends ‘deepest condolences’ after Walls fire death

3 October 2024

Mareel DJ night to support ‘seven in seven’ charity fundraising

3 October 2024

Irvine remanded while awaiting sentence

3 October 2024

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.

Court round-up 2 October

3 October 2024

Man avoids prison sentence

3 October 2024

A stone civic building with a pointed roof, labeled "SOUTH RONALDSAY TOWN HALL," featuring chimneys, multiple windows, and a flagpole nearby, situated in a coastal town.

Lengthy prison sentence for driver after crash which caused serious injury

2 October 2024

SSEN Transmission outlines plans for second subsea cable

2 October 2024

Lerwick Sheriff Court.

Man bailed after appearing at court on rape charge

2 October 2024

A body of water with green algae blooms near the shore. A shadow falls over the scene, and grass is visible around the water's edge.

Warning about blue-green algae at Tingwall

2 October 2024

Two sailors on a yacht celebrate during a regatta. The yacht is branded with various logos and the text "Quantum Sails," with a shoreline in the background.

Adamson ‘can’t really believe’ it after winning World Championships

2 October 2024

Updated

One person dies in serious Walls fire

1 October 2024

Sentence deferred for fire festival assault

1 October 2024

A group of soccer players in blue and white uniforms poses for a team photo on a grassy field, with trees and houses in the background.

Football teams set to find out Island Games opponents

30 September 2024

A man with a beard and microphone sings on stage, wearing a black shirt and camouflage shorts. Two other musicians are visible in the background performing.

Heavy metal invasion set to rock Scottish mainland

30 September 2024

•Entertainment

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

SSEN welcomes Ofgem decision on ‘standby’ project

30 September 2024

A large audience sits at tables in a dimly lit auditorium, attentively facing a stage not visible in the image.

Updated

Shetland Wool Week gets underway

29 September 2024

Two people in athletic clothing jog on a paved path, smiling and raising their arms exuberantly. A grassy field and distant buildings are in the background.

Over £10k raised for charity as hundreds turn out to Run the Runway for Iain Goodlad

29 September 2024

Four people sitting together at a table, with three smiling at the camera. The group consists of two older individuals and two younger women. They are indoors, in a room with grey walls and wooden accents.

Winter programmes return to the radio

29 September 2024

Two people in safety gear stand on a boat's deck, monitoring equipment. An island is seen in the distance across the water.

Scientists deploy drones to map out tidal turbine challenges

28 September 2024

A woman with long dark hair smiles, dressed in a coral jacket outdoors with a leafy background.

Council picks preferred candidate to replace Helen Budge as children’s services head

27 September 2024

A series of wind turbines on a grassy hill with several houses and buildings in the foreground.

No change to Lottie turbine name, SSE says

Meanwhile a Viking Energy turbine is set to be named after a worker who died during its construction

27 September 2024

Updated

More disruption on Bluemull Sound ferry service

27 September 2024

Three people, two elderly and one younger, wearing winter clothing and knit caps, pose inside a barn with sheep in the background.

Wool week, Maddrim fundraiser and more…

26 September 2024

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A stone civic building with a pointed roof, labeled "SOUTH RONALDSAY TOWN HALL," featuring chimneys, multiple windows, and a flagpole nearby, situated in a coastal town.

Court round-up 26 September

26 September 2024

A man standing in front of a building with the word "inn" on the facade.

Glamping pods planned for Westings Inn

26 September 2024

A group of runners on a countryside road participates in a race on a clear day, with fields and a distant ship in the background.

Bressay parkrun features in new book about the ‘friendliest 5k’

26 September 2024

Illustration of a red alert sign with a yellow triangle containing an exclamation mark and the text "scam alert!" on a red background.

Rogue trader warning

26 September 2024

Bronze plaque with the text "sheriff court" beneath a relief of a coat of arms flanked by two heraldic beasts.

Three year ban for driver who left behind injured passenger

25 September 2024

A stone civic building with a pointed roof, labeled "SOUTH RONALDSAY TOWN HALL," featuring chimneys, multiple windows, and a flagpole nearby, situated in a coastal town.

Dangerous drink driver detained by ‘appalled and alarmed’ witnesses

25 September 2024

A modern indoor market with a toyshop named Clocktower, an ice cream parlor called Scoop, and a vintage car display. Brightly lit with decorative ceiling elements and wooden flooring.

Local producers to host food market at the Toll Clock

25 September 2024

A stone civic building with a pointed roof, labeled "SOUTH RONALDSAY TOWN HALL," featuring chimneys, multiple windows, and a flagpole nearby, situated in a coastal town.

Court round-up 25 September

25 September 2024

A display case showcases various woven baskets, balls of natural fibers, and bundles of raw materials. The items are arranged on a red surface.

‘Intricate craftsmanship’ on show in new museum display

25 September 2024

A stone civic building with a pointed roof, labeled "SOUTH RONALDSAY TOWN HALL," featuring chimneys, multiple windows, and a flagpole nearby, situated in a coastal town.

Man warned he could face jail for sexual assault

24 September 2024

A seabird dives underwater, surrounded by bubbles and darkness, to catch a fish. The light from above highlights the scene.

Diving gannet shot earns Ocean Photographer award praise

24 September 2024

Aerial view of a coastal runway extending into the sea with adjacent green fields and small buildings.

Over 200 runners to remember Iain Goodlad with runway fundraiser

24 September 2024

Bronze plaque with the text "sheriff court" beneath a relief of a coat of arms flanked by two heraldic beasts.

Supervision following police assault

24 September 2024

A straight stretch of the A970 road in a rural area with grass fields on both sides, under a clear blue sky.

Road closure for removal of power cables

24 September 2024

A blue and white ferry named "Bíggja" sails on calm waters with a hilly, grass-covered shoreline and a small structure in the background.

More ferry disruption in the North Isles

24 September 2024

A stone civic building with a pointed roof, labeled "SOUTH RONALDSAY TOWN HALL," featuring chimneys, multiple windows, and a flagpole nearby, situated in a coastal town.

Police constable believed he would be stabbed during arrest

23 September 2024

A ferry sails on calm waters under a cloudy sky, approaching a low, grassy coastline in the distance.

Single vessel on Yell Sound tomorrow

23 September 2024

Mareel cafe/bar to be shut most of the week

23 September 2024

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