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A sign outside a stone building reads "Police Scotland, Police Lerwick, Shetland Area Office" on a clear day with a blue sky.

Police keen to speak to witnesses after vehicle nearly collides with cyclist

1 May 2024

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Local short film showcase to continue

1 May 2024

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MRI scanner, assisted dying, worker’s memorial day, NHS petition and more …

30 April 2024

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Kergord road to be closed for two months

30 April 2024

A group of jubilant sailors in matching blue jackets and yellow pants wave enthusiastically aboard a sailboat.

Shetland sailor takes part in epic race across the North Pacific Ocean

29 April 2024

A sign outside a stone building reads "Police Scotland, Police Lerwick, Shetland Area Office" on a clear day with a blue sky.

Search for missing person stood down

29 April 2024

•Emergency services

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The NAFC Marine Centre in Scalloway, one of the colleges earmarked to merge into one organisation. Photo: Shetland News

UHI Shetland inaugurates Centre for Sustainable Seafood

29 April 2024

A young woman holding a violin stands in front of a banner titled "shetland young fiddler," surrounded by trophies.

Kristie Williamson announced Young Fiddler of the Year

29 April 2024

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Emergency services called out to help in search for missing person

28 April 2024

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Shetland woman continues campaign for Lerwick memorial to workers killed at work

27 April 2024

Two knitted hats with intricate patterns on the ground in front of two sheep in a barn.

The Doull family to be Shetland Wool Week 2024 patrons with ‘Islesburgh Toorie’ pattern

27 April 2024

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SIC alerts to dangers of car insurance scam

27 April 2024

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Runner returns in full strength for charity run from Fethaland to Sumburgh

26 April 2024

No change on general election campaign following Bute House agreement collapse, says SNP candidate

26 April 2024

A seagull flies over an industrial construction site with large machinery, cranes, and a tall chimney under a cloudy sky.

Spaceport clears final hurdle to become fully operational

25 April 2024

Carmichael says tunnels are fair price for Shetland hosting SaxaVord space centre

25 April 2024

Two men in matching jackets branded with "international island games" logos, standing outdoors with a stone wall and grassy background.

New island games chair, praise for Loganair, dialect writing competition, NorthLink’s green credentials and more …

25 April 2024

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A Loganair aircraft is seen landing on a runway near the coast with houses and grassy hills in the background.

Loganair to reset priorities in favour of island communities

24 April 2024

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Thousands lose power

24 April 2024

A road sign reads "Welcome to Sullom Voe Terminal. Please drive carefully" next to a 30 mph speed limit sign. Industrial tanks and a vehicle are visible in the background.

Oil terminal set to be hit by strike action

24 April 2024

Man sitting on the hood of a red lotus elan sprint sports car, parked in front of a rustic building and garage labeled "hotz.

Forty years and counting as motor show to celebrate anniversary in June

23 April 2024

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Shetland’s first whisky distillery preparing to open doors later this year

23 April 2024

Lerwick town hall in shetland with a red flag fluttering atop, featuring a stone facade and clock tower against a cloudy sky.

Palestine donation, MS Awareness Week, crofters’ disappointment, Carmichael on centralisation and more…

23 April 2024

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A diverse group of performers on stage at a concert, with the backdrop reading "sky full of stars" illuminated by small star-like lights, with an audience in the foreground watching.

Shetland’s Got Talent raises more than £6,500

21 April 2024

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Textiles students to put woven work on show

20 April 2024

Collage of historical items and photos related to whaling, including old photographs of whalers, maritime artifacts, newspaper clippings, and product advertisements.

Folk invited to share memories and stories of whaling

20 April 2024

Group of runners competing in a marathon on a rural road, with houses and hills in the background.

No hospital timescale, duathlon and more…

19 April 2024

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Fishing vessel "antonio maria" on rough seas viewed from another ship's deck.

Government commitments on maritime safety welcomed

18 April 2024

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

Repeat drink driver banned for three years

18 April 2024

Lerwick Sheriff Court.

Doctor keeps licence after admitting careless driving offence

18 April 2024

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LK Sheriff Court

Woman drove with revoked licence while unfit through drink or drugs

18 April 2024

Bressay ferry linkspan work scheduled for late May

18 April 2024

Two men standing beside a sign that reads "aith public toilets," one of them holding a small award that says "coastal aquaculture scotland.

Refurbishment of Aith public toilets lands £3k donation

18 April 2024

A woman with blonde hair and glasses, smiling, standing in front of a vibrant floral painting.

Budge to retire after 13 years as children’s services director

17 April 2024

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

Man admits sexual offence on ferry to Aberdeen

17 April 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.

Confiscation order granted following drugs supply offence

17 April 2024

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Court round-up 17 April 2024

17 April 2024

Aircraft emergency training simulation at an airport, featuring a jet with controlled fire near its engine as fire personnel oversee the exercise.

Airport fire training exercise catches the eye

16 April 2024

Black and white photo of a dilapidated building with a collapsed roof and scattered debris, featuring a toppled excavator in the foreground.

Knab demolition photos, young fiddler, visiting 223 islands and more …

16 April 2024

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Group of violinists in matching outfits performing on stage.

Special treat for folk festival punters as Hjaltibonhoga return with Celebrating Sail show

16 April 2024

Drop-in screening clinics to form part of mouth cancer detection event

16 April 2024

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Local student picked as Tory election candidate

15 April 2024

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Brae the next location for filming crime drama scenes

14 April 2024

A young man with a beard, wearing a flat cap, smiles gently in a warmly lit room.

Police name young man who died in road accident

13 April 2024

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Road reopens following fatal crash

12 April 2024

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Twenty five year old man dies after South Mainland crash

12 April 2024

A hospital sign in front of a building.

Number of beds reduced in hospital’s surgical ward

NHS Shetland said fewer patients are requiring an overnight stay after a new unit opened in 2022

12 April 2024

Determination expected in coming weeks as fatal accident inquiry comes to an end

11 April 2024

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