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An old, damaged wooden boat is docked at a pier. The hull appears heavily deteriorated, with visible rot and missing planks. Green ropes are strewn around the dock.

Donations plea made as time begins to run out for Shetland Bus boat

An online fundraiser has now been launched

26 August 2024

A woman with long blond hair smiles, wearing a light purple blazer, standing in front of a building with stone walls and windows.

Awareness of Scottish Parliament’s role is growing – says presiding officer

26 August 2024

Tourist information center located on a corner of a quaint street with directional signs.

No update on tourist office as deadline passes

26 August 2024

Person standing in a cluttered room, surrounded by stacks of CDs and boxes. The individual is wearing a blue jacket. Shelving units are seen in the background with more CDs and miscellaneous items.

US musician to kick off tour with intimate Lerwick gig

25 August 2024

A large explosion with flames and smoke captured on surveillance camera at a facility with storage containers and fencing on August 19, 2024, at 20:14:52.

Launch plans delayed as rocket firm shares footage from test incident

24 August 2024

A sailboat and a small motorized boat are on the water near a distant shore with green fields and buildings.

Lifeboat tows yacht

24 August 2024

•Emergency services

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Black and white photo of an elderly man wearing round glasses, a patterned cap, and a scarf. He has a white beard and mustache and is looking at the camera.

Jazz and World Sounds group return with town hall gig

24 August 2024

Two people are in a bar. The woman is seated at the bar counter, and the man is standing behind it, with beer taps visible in front of them.

Noost to bring boost to the street as bar reopens

23 August 2024

A coastal village with residential houses in the foreground, a bustling harbor with fishing boats and ships moored, and rolling hills in the background.

Clan to launch Whalsay outreach service after gene research

23 August 2024

A woman with short gray hair and glasses is smiling. She is wearing a blue top and a necklace with a circular pendant. The background is gray.

New Swan chair, Scalloway FC anniversary and more…

23 August 2024

•Also in the news

Aerial view of a coastal town with residential buildings, a cemetery, green spaces, and large construction areas near the shoreline and harbor.

Knab redevelopment infrastructure contract to go out to tender soon

23 August 2024

Parliament’s 25th anniversary celebrations come to Shetland

23 August 2024

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Woman standing in front of a citizens advice bureau banner.

Cost of living crisis ‘far from over’ as CAB reveals annual figures

22 August 2024

Waterside scene depicting a stone walkway, a docked wooden boat, and an industrial area with blue shipping containers and a forklift in the background.

Fence plans cause museum access concern

22 August 2024

A modern building is reflected in a body of water.

Local arts concern over closure of Creative Scotland fund

22 August 2024

Women’s Aid ‘thrilled’ to secure Children in Need funding for new service

22 August 2024

Four people wearing yellow safety vests and white helmets stand in front of newly constructed homes.

Work nearly complete on eight rebuilt Sandveien council houses

Around 160 other Sandveien homes have also had upgrades, such as new kitchens, bathrooms and heating systems

22 August 2024

A pod of dolphins swims near the shore with a wharf and buildings in the background under a cloudy sky.

Dolphin delight in Unst

21 August 2024

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A group of people stand at a barricade, watching an event. Some are holding drinks, and others are taking photos. The area is dimly lit with purple lighting.

‘What a weekend’: reflections on Rising North

The festival is set to expand to two nights at the Clickimin in 2025

21 August 2024

A statue of a woman in a white dress, leaning into the wind, stands on a grassy hill with a sign nearby, overlooking water and distant hills.

Original ‘White Wife’ set to stay indoors

21 August 2024

A group of wind turbines on a hill.

Viking almost ready to go live

21 August 2024

Five drug related deaths last year, figures show

Local alcohol and drug development officer says ‘behind each statistic is a person; a mum, dad, daughter or son’

21 August 2024

A band of four musicians performs live on stage under purple lighting. Two guitarists, a bassist, and a drummer are visible. A large screen and various music equipment are in the background.

Donald Anderson Band to launch new album at Hymhus

21 August 2024

•Entertainment

An orange RNLI lifeboat assists a smaller sailboat in a calm body of water, with a grassy hillside and buildings in the background.

Lifeboat comes to aid of yacht

21 August 2024

•Emergency services

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A small coastal rocket launch site with a rocket on the pad, surrounded by support vehicles and trailers, against a backdrop of the ocean and rocky shore.

Safety protocols worked exactly as planned – spaceport boss confirms

Isles MP Alistair Carmichael calls for the findings of any investigation to be shared with the community

20 August 2024

A close-up image of a tire with a sharp metal piece embedded in the tread, causing visible damage. The tire has a textured surface, and the background shows a paved road.

Warning after another motorbike tyre punctured by thrown-away vape

20 August 2024

A large red and white research vessel is docked at an industrial harbor, with several buildings, shipping containers, and equipment in the background.

MPA warning, harbour traffic, beer shortlisted and more…

20 August 2024

•Also in the news

A large plume of smoke and flames is seen rising from a hill, indicating a significant fire or explosion with cloudy skies in the background.

No injuries after rocket engine ends up in flames during test at Unst spaceport

19 August 2024

Local whitefish boat Tranquility fishing off Shetland. Photo: Ivan Reid

Consultation on marine protected areas (MPAs) begin

20 August 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.

Council officials not to attend ‘political’ Tunnel Vision meetings

19 August 2024

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A tunnel with red, blue, and green lights.

Action groups make case for tunnels ahead of island meetings this week

19 August 2024

Government to provide clarification on funding in due course amid spending review

19 August 2024

An informational sign detailing local attractions and history lies on the grass beside a paved path.

Clickimin Loch vandalism, cancelled sailings and more…

19 August 2024

•Also in the news

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.

Legion games room change among licence variations approved by councillors

19 August 2024

Fire fighters tackle car on fire

18 August 2024

•Emergency services

Kelp production plans for Yell Sound

16 August 2024

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Dogs Against Drugs manager ‘humbled’ to be picked as local hero

16 August 2024

Off-licence keen for earlier Sunday openings amid rise in cruise ship visitors

16 August 2024

Road closure planned for fibre optic cabling works

16 August 2024

A muddy river flows through a grassy valley with a green hill in the background under a cloudy sky. A small bridge and scattered buildings are visible in the distance.

Weisdale Burn, freediving and more…

16 August 2024

•Also in the news

The Bluemull Sound ferry terminal.

Bluemull Sound ferry down to single vessel after mechanical fault

16 August 2024

Lerwick whisky distillery edging closer to opening

15 August 2024

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Arrival of new Antarctic completes renewal programme of local pelagic fleet

15 August 2024

The back of a police officer's vest.

Updated

Missing man found safe and well

15 August 2024

A Bristows helicopter at Scatsta airport, where job losses are on the cards over the next few months. Photo Shetnews

Agreement reached in helicopter pilot pay dispute

15 August 2024

A green and white fishing vessel named "Antarctic" travels through a body of water with rocky cliffs and hills in the background. The vessel is adorned with international maritime signal flags.

New Antarctic arrives in Lerwick to join local pelagic fleet

14 August 2024

A red and white supply vessel is docked at a port next to a concrete pier, with various equipment and personnel visible on board. The sky is partly cloudy.

Pier incident ‘taints’ arrival of new Antarctic

14 August 2024

A man stands in front of a white van with "Openreach" branding. The van is parked on a gravel area near a large body of water.

‘Irreplaceable’ telecoms engineer hangs up boots after near 50-year career

Kenny Malcolmson is Shetland’s longest-serving telecoms engineer

14 August 2024

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