Reappearance of trawler off Shetland coast irks political leaders
The Spanish gillnet trawler Pesorsa Dos has been spotted fishing off the north west coast of Shetland raising the concerns of the isles political figures….
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Stricken crewman taken to Tingwall
An unwell crewman was medevacked from an installation 86 nautical miles southeast of Sumburgh this morning. The Lerwick coastguard team assisted at the landing site…
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Update: In pictures: Prince Philip in Shetland
We look back at two Royal visits the Duke of Edinburgh made to the isles in the 1960s, on the day Buckingham Palace announced his…
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Shetlanders react to the death of Prince Philip
The announcement from Buckingham Palace that Prince Philip the Duke of Edinburgh, has died at the age of 99 has been met with sadness across…
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Weather warning issued for Shetland
A yellow weather warning for wind has been issued for Shetland with gales expected to develop later this afternoon and overnight. The Met Office are…
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Lerwick Lifeboat shop to re-open
Another small step to normality takes place this Saturday as the Lerwick Lifeboat shop opens its doors to customers. The Commercial Street shop will re-…
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Sullom Voe Terminal tug and towage workers to be balloted on industrial action
Unite Scotland has today, Tuesday 6th April, confirmed that dozens of its tug and towage workers based in the isles are to be balloted for…
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A new look for the New Shetlander
A colourful New Shetlander magazine will hit the shops today, Friday 2nd April, with a new look and in a new size format. The first…
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Taste of Shetland release salty video
Taste of Shetland have released the first of four mouthwatering videos showcasing the isles’ natural larder and traditional Shetland diet. The culinary journey begins with…
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Sustainability the goal for new SSF appointee
Scottish Sea Farms has announced the appointment of a dedicated head of sustainability and development.
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Staying safe while sharing Shetland’s roads
SIC’s Roads Safety team has launched a campaign to remind residents to stay safe on the roads.
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Update: Unst nature reserve closure postponed
The Hermaness National Nature Reserve in Unst will be closed to visitors from tomorrow, Wednesday, March 31, for the delivery of walkway materials. It was…
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College lecturers will strike on Thursday
College lecturers will walk out on strike on Thursday after a sudden escalation in their dispute.
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Figures on ferry fuel highlight need for fixed links, MSP insists
New figures have shown nearly 18 million litres of fuel have been used by three ferry services in the isles over the last five years.
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