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Council to explore Lerwick hockey pitch after narrow vote

25 March 2026

A large group of people, including children and adults, stand outside a building holding a yellow banner that reads, "Save Gallows View Swimming Pool.

Petition presented and motion passed as pool closure reaches council chamber

25 March 2026

Ariel view of gas plant

Serica and px Group to run Shetland Gas Plant in new partnership

25 March 2026

Heating oil support available from early April

25 March 2026

A small airport terminal building labeled "Sumburgh Airport" stands near a beach with grassy dunes and clear blue water in the foreground.

Union secures pay increase for Sumburgh Airport staff

25 March 2026

The cargo vessel Helliar arriving at Lerwick harbour - Photo: Valian

Freight sailings cancelled due to high winds

25 March 2026

SNP candidate Hannah Mary Goodlad launches manifesto during town hall event

24 March 2026

A group of large wind turbines stands on a grassy hill under a cloudy sky.

Discounted electricity trial could be way into ‘Shetland tariff’, MP says

24 March 2026

A large NorthLink ferry with a Viking graphic on the hull is sailing on calm blue water under a partly cloudy sky.

Chinese shipyard ‘privileged’ to sign deal to build £200m freight ferries

24 March 2026

A person with auburn hair and a fringe is wearing a green cardigan and a blue lanyard. They are standing in front of a beige background.

Drugs scene ‘extremely unpredictable’, health official says

24 March 2026

Trailblazing Shetlander featured in exhibition celebrating medical pioneers

24 March 2026

A 50mph speed limit at Girlsta was introduced in March 2013. Photo: Shetland News

SSEN admits to traffic light issue at Girlsta

24 March 2026

Tell us the issues you care about in the Scottish parliamentary elections

What issues matter most to you this election? Tell us what candidates should be talking about

24 March 2026

Also in the news – 24 March 2026

Viking Genes donation
Eunson appointed to health board
District heating study funding
Heating oil support concern
Rural support plan

24 March 2026

•Also in the news

A person smiling for a selfie with a scenic coastal background on a sunny day.

Stop exams for secondary pupils and end primary school homework, Greens say

24 March 2026

Cinema ticket prices to rise at Mareel

24 March 2026

Britten Norman Islander aircraft

Cheaper flights on the horizon for family and friends of Fair Isle and Foula residents

24 March 2026

Disruption to NorthLink ferries due to high winds

24 March 2026

Drink awareness campaign could expand after positive start

24 March 2026

Harpist to head north for series of performances

24 March 2026

The main entrance of Sandwick Junior High School, with a blue sign and yellow railings in front of the building.

‘Significant damage’ at Sandwick school after break-in

23 March 2026

An airport worker in a high-visibility vest directs a small propeller airplane on a tarmac at an airport. The sky is partly cloudy, and there is a grassy landscape in the background.

Loganair reassures passengers over delayed reimbursement payments

23 March 2026

A light-colored building with a dark roof labeled "Brough Store" stands near the water under a partly cloudy sky.

Delight as Post Office reopens in Burravoe

23 March 2026

Sporting round-up 23 March

23 March 2026

A white and blue building with a sign reading "Shetland Recreational Trust, Shetland Bowls Centre" on a partially cloudy day. Cars are driving on the street in front of it.

‘No Legion, no party’: venue given late licence for Scotland’s World Cup opener

23 March 2026

Unite launches campaign to preserve North Sea oil and gas jobs

23 March 2026

A road sign welcomes visitors to Lerwick, with a large cruise ship docked in the background and the town spread out along the coastline.

Study to explore socio-economic impact of cruise tourism

23 March 2026

‘High probability’ of disruption to NorthLink ferry sailings

23 March 2026

NHS issues advice on protecting community against measles

23 March 2026

Updated

Trondra road re-opens after cyclist dies in crash

22 March 2026

‘Dynamite’ jazz concert thrills Mareel crowd

22 March 2026

Rolling, rolling, rolling. Passengers feared the NorthLink ferry was going to capsize on Wednesday night before the captain regained control of the vessel with 500 passengers on board.

Sunday sailings go ahead but with disruptions, NorthLink says

22 March 2026

Shetland celebrate double badminton county victory

22 March 2026

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

Road closed after serious crash in Trondra

21 March 2026

Living Lerwick celebrates town businesses at awards ceremony

21 March 2026

Brain tumour campaign for Bryan raises over £69k in 24 hours

Community rallies around Peterson family

21 March 2026

Fundraising appeal launched to help Bryan continue ‘life-saving’ brain tumour care

20 March 2026

Ring pulls and pallets inspire Paul’s ‘recycling’ theme at Delting Up Helly Aa

20 March 2026

A large white cruise ship sails near the coastline of a small town, with docks and buildings visible along the waterfront.

Port authority ‘strongly opposes’ idea of cruise levy

Shetland Islands Council and Shetland Tourism Association also responded to the Scottish Government consultation

20 March 2026

Lease for 500MW Arven offshore wind farm set to be handed back

20 March 2026

SSPCA plans to remove ‘dedicated resources’ from islands

20 March 2026

NHS celebrates gold UNICEF ‘baby friendly’ accreditation

20 March 2026

Serco NorthLink's passenger ferries are again facing weather-related disruption this week. Photo: Ronnie Robertson

NorthLink warns of Sunday disruption to ferries

20 March 2026

A sports complex with a red roof, parking lot, outdoor running track, and surrounding buildings, set against a hilly landscape.

SRT Scalloway swimming lessons to move to Clickimin

20 March 2026

Assisted dying – what do the election candidates think?

19 March 2026

An empty outdoor sports field with artificial turf, surrounded by a black fence, with buildings and hills in the background under a cloudy sky.

Hockey pitch in Lerwick among options for Brae school project

Long hoped for surface could be built if SIC decides to buy Brae hockey pitch

19 March 2026

Election round-up 19 March 2026

Reform UK announces candidate
Armitage labels Reform ‘fascist’
Hannah Mary Goodlad to release manifesto

19 March 2026

Lerwick sheriff court.

Disqualification after driver struck pedestrian in Lerwick car park

19 March 2026

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