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Whale sighting causes a stir
There was a completely unexpected moment for one whale watcher when this amazing thing happened. Luckily, camera was on hand to capture the very memorable…
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NorthLink warns of potential delays
NorthLink are warning of delays on sailings as a result of the windy weather. Saturday night’s northbound sailing of the Hrossey may face delays of…
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In this week’s Shetland Times
Viking is warned by council after Sandwater loch incident. A Sandwick woman tells of her lifelong friendship with a pen pal – with links to…
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Tesco limiting certain products after panic-buying fears
Tesco is limiting the number of essential items that customers can buy amid fears of bulk buying across the UK. Customers at the Tesco supermarket…
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Scotland records most cases in a single day
Scotland recorded 486 coronavirus cases yesterday – the most in a single day since the pandemic began. First Minister Nicola Sturgeon added the caveat that…
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Council investigating reports of run-offs from Viking work into Sandwater loch
The council say they are “investigating further” after images were shared on social media of alleged run-offs from Viking Energy construction work running into the…
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Bin collections delayed after breakdown
An SIC essy kert has broken down meaning Tuesday’s collections in the South Mainland will be delayed by several hours. The council said the vehicle…
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MSP wants Shetlanders to give views on short-term lets
A regional MSP is uring people in Shetland to give their views on short-term lets, which she says have priced locals out housing markets in…
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Windfarm benefit fund to donate to MRI appeal
The Shetland Community Benefit Fund will donate £200,000 to the MRI scanner appeal. The directors of the fund, set up to redirect money from the…
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Man is fined and ordered to stay away from woman after breaking window
A man has been handed his second non harassment order after he admitted breaking a window at his partner’s address.
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Brae firefighters self-isolating after coronavirus case
Firefighters from the Brae fire station are having to self-isolate after one member tested positive for Covid. Scottish Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS) has not…
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More restrictions to be put in place within days, First Minister says
New coronavirus restrictions will “almost certainly” be introduced in the next few days, First Minister Nicola Sturgeon has said. At the government’s daily briefing, Ms…
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In this week’s Shetland Times
A councillor resigns from several committees. Sandwick musician racks up millions of streams. Businesses ‘bucking the trend’ compared to gloomy national outlook. Campaigner found guilty…
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Man is placed on sex offenders register
A man who pulled his trousers and underwear down before two female police officers has been placed on the sex offenders register. Marcin Olejniczak, 42,…
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