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Minister says national care service is not about ‘coming up here and telling you how to do things’

18 August 2023

No community takeover as Methodist Church puts Nesting Chapel on market

18 August 2023

A gray stone church with arched windows and a small side entrance stands amid a grassy cemetery on an overcast day.

End of an era as ‘much loved’ Dunrossness kirk becomes latest church to go up for sale

17 August 2023

Nominations open for new volunteering awards

16 August 2023

Four people sitting around a desk in an office, engaged in a meeting. There are laptops, notebooks, and a desk lamp in view.

Women’s Aid course encourages participants to ‘own their life’

15 August 2023

A man stands smiling next to a red Honda motorcycle with side and rear storage boxes. He is wearing a t-shirt with "Royal Air Forces Association" written on it. The setting appears to be a driveway.

RAFA president to visit isles as part of 2,500-mile fundraising journey

14 August 2023

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A Royal Mail van is parked on grass next to a person in an orange jacket. A drone is flying above the field with a partly cloudy sky in the background.

No decisions yet on Royal Mail drone flights in Shetland

14 August 2023

Another break on telecoms cable

11 August 2023

The swimming pool at the West Mainland Leisure Centre in Aith. Photo: SRT

Opening hours to reduce at many leisure centres and pools in bid to balance budget

Some centres and pools will no longer be open seven days a week

10 August 2023

A person in a leather jacket stands beside a glass display cabinet filled with various ceramic and porcelain figurines and decorative items. The person gestures towards the objects inside.

The spirit of Bayes lives on as cabinet moves to antiques shop

10 August 2023

Church of Scotland agrees to sell Lunna Kirk to community group

10 August 2023

A man in a brown jacket shakes hands with a man in a red jacket holding a trophy. Two other people, one wearing a reflective vest and the other in blue, stand beside them outdoors on a cloudy day.

Another fine show day whatever the weather

9 August 2023

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Two side-by-side images of the same man with a beard. The left image shows him indoors with long hair, while the right image shows him outdoors with sunglasses and a buzz cut hairstyle.

Delting jarl’s first proper haircut in years – all for a good cause

9 August 2023

A man in a colorful striped jacket and yellow tie gestures with his hand while holding a pen, standing indoors. A wall sign and monitor are visible in the background.

Bargain Hunt auctioneer to put hares under the hammer for CLAN

7 August 2023

People are lined up at a catering truck on a cloudy day, with several tall ships adorned with flags in the background.

Tonnes of chips and thousands of burgers and bacon rolls: caterers kept busy at Tall Ships

7 August 2023

Several ponies are enclosed in a metal pen at an outdoor event, with people and cars in the background on a cloudy day. One pony has ribbons attached to its mane.

Rain doesn’t dampen spirits at the Voe Show

5 August 2023

Aerial view of a harbor at sunset with several docked ships, including a tall-masted sailboat, surrounded by buildings and calm water.

Hosting Tall Ships ‘money well spent’, council says

3 August 2023

One of the UK’s most remote nursing jobs available in Fair Isle

2 August 2023

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A person sits at a wooden bench holding a blue plaid umbrella at a maritime event with tall ships in the background, on a cloudy and rainy day. People are walking around, some also carrying umbrellas.

Notoriously unpredictable Shetland weather couldn’t spoil the Tall Ships party

‘It was absolutely brilliant’, so the verdict of most people: Davie Gardner reports on the final day of the Tall Ships Races

30 July 2023

Aerial view of a harbor at sunset with several docked ships, including a tall-masted sailboat, surrounded by buildings and calm water.

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Weather cancels Parade of Sail and delays flights

Start of the race to Arendal rescheduled for Sunday morning – Meanwhile, tribute band Queen II have arrived in the isles for tonight’s gig

29 July 2023

Three people are walking outdoors, engaged in conversation, with a nautical environment in the background.

Commercial director of Sail Training International: ‘Sailing changed my life completely’

28 July 2023

A person wearing a red and yellow jacket and a blue fleece stands on a boat. The background shows blurred water and harbor scenery.

Plenty of rain – but plenty of smiles too as Tall Ships buzz continues

28 July 2023

A performer dressed in a top hat and striped socks entertains a crowd of children and adults in a tented venue. Other performers and equipment are visible on stage.

Lerwick heaving with locals and visitors alike

Davie Gardner reflects on the second day of the Tall Ships celebration, a day of glorious sunshine and long queues at the bar

28 July 2023

Group of people on a docked boat; a woman in a white shirt stands smiling at the front, while others are engaged in various activities, including a person playing guitar. Flags and boats are in the background.

Sailors soak up Shetland sunshine: ‘You feel very proud to be part of this’

27 July 2023

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A group of people in navy uniforms march in a parade, some waving, with a Norwegian flag visible and a sign reading "Statsraad Lehmkuhl Norway." Spectators stand behind a low wall in the background.

An awe-inspiring maritime spectacle with a carnival-style atmosphere

‘Location manager’ Davie Gardner reflects on the first day of the Tall Ships Races visit to Lerwick, and finds it difficult to decide which of the live stages to go to

27 July 2023

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Tall Ships crew parade brings carnival atmosphere to Lerwick

26 July 2023

A row of boats with colorful flags docked at a marina during an event. Overcast sky in the background.

‘The weather is cold but the people in Shetland are warm’ – Tall Ships celebrations under way

26 July 2023

A group of people dressed in Viking costumes, holding shields and weapons, stands near a waterfront with a bonfire in the background and a crowd gathered on the pier.

Scalloway gives visiting sailors a taste of Up Helly Aa

25 July 2023

Several trucks and vans, including a caravan, are parked in an open area with a few people standing nearby. Tall buildings are visible in the background.

Plenty of fun in store as Codona’s arrive in Lerwick

25 July 2023

Three individuals smiling. The first has curly hair and is wearing a black shirt, the second is bald and in a suit, and the third has short hair and is wearing a scarf and jacket with a hilly backdrop.

Community ballet school set to bring live music and dance together

25 July 2023

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A group of eight people standing on a dock in front of a sailing ship on an overcast day. Seven are posing for the photo, and one appears to be walking slightly out of frame.

Plenty of cheer in Cullivoe as new business park opened by government minister

24 July 2023

A tall ship with numerous sails and flags is docked in a harbor. The background features a hilled landscape and several buildings with a cloudy sky overhead.

Tall ships start filling the harbour

24 July 2023

A group of people are gathering under a white tent decorated with colorful nautical flags, participating in a social event with food and drinks.

Tall ships and sprees in Cullivoe as Yell festivities continue

24 July 2023

Two adults and two children posing on a dock by the water, holding booklets. The adults wear hoodies, the woman also wears a pink T-shirt, and the children wear a navy hoodie and a light pink T-shirt.

Organisers prepare to welcome thousands to Lerwick for Tall Ships

Cruise ships will also be in town during the Tall Ships – including three on the Thursday

19 July 2023

A person wearing a yellow helmet and yellow shirt is smiling and standing outdoors near a railing, with trees in the background.

NorthLink employee raises £50k for charities

18 July 2023

Aerial view of a coastal town featuring docks with boats and ships, colorful buildings, and rolling hills in the background.

Businesses hard at work to put everything in place for Tall Ships

16 July 2023

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Aerial view of a coastal landscape with cliffs, green fields, scattered buildings, and a body of water under a blue sky with clouds.

Tall Ships visit sure to put the wind in Yell’s sails

13 July 2023

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Princess Royal to visit Lerwick for Tall Ships

11 July 2023

A man in a red coverall stands in a mechanic's workshop in front of a vehicle lifted for repair. Various tools and equipment are visible in the background.

Garriock Bros apprentice is finalist at national awards

6 July 2023

The Good Shepherd IV.

Two jobs up for grabs on island ferry

5 July 2023

Noss open day cancelled due to poor forecast

30 June 2023

An adult man is holding a smiling boy in a room filled with people. The two are making eye contact, and the boy is wearing a checkered shirt and jeans.

Yell fundraiser to walk to Edinburgh in memory of his son

28 June 2023

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Nearly £170k donated to charitable trust from Belmont House sale

28 June 2023

A group of people, including children and adults, gather outside in a garden. One person in blue holds a covered item, while others clap and watch. Trees and bushes surround the group.

Sandwick Junior High celebrates 150 years – and unearths time capsule

27 June 2023

A person on horseback wearing a bright orange vest with "PLEASE PASS WIDE & SLOW" rides down a narrow country road, with grazing sheep and a house in the background.

Equestrian calls for greater awareness on roads after increased frequency of dangerous drivers

27 June 2023

Peat consultation not about ending cutting for domestic use, government says

27 June 2023

Town prepares for Pride but volunteers still ‘desperately’ needed

26 June 2023

Six people wearing matching "25 years" t-shirts stand in front of a colorful balloon arch with the number 25.

Twenty five years and counting for COPE Ltd

25 June 2023

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