WATCH: Scots Trad Music Awards recognised in parliament
The achievement of a folk festival stalwart who has provided years of voluntary service to help run the event has been recognised in parliament. Mhari…
READ FULL STORYThe achievement of a folk festival stalwart who has provided years of voluntary service to help run the event has been recognised in parliament. Mhari…
READ FULL STORYThe council’s convener is today [Sunday] marking the 75th anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. Andrea Manson says she will use the occasion…
READ FULL STORYThe firm behind the organisation of the Tall Ships Races in Lerwick this year has gained special recognition in the Scottish Enterprise Awards. Realta Events…
READ FULL STORYMP’s will debate the planned shutdown of the copper wire telecommunications network which has sparked concern among island communities. Plans are in place for most…
READ FULL STORYNorthLink has again warned of possible disruption due to weather. The freight vessel Hildasay, currently sailing to Aberdeen, is facing a tight turnaround. She is…
READ FULL STORYChristmas cheer has been brought to the Scalloway Youth and Community Centre, with a well-attended lighting up ceremony. Crowds watched as the festive lights were…
READ FULL STORYFishermen have welcomed widespread quota increases next year, which the industry says reflects the health of the seas around the isles. Following scientific advice, government…
READ FULL STORYThe main road north of Tingwall has reopened this evening (Tue) after being closed because of a crash. The A970 was shut in both directions…
READ FULL STORYNorthLink has issued a warning over weather-related delays. The ferry operator says the current forecast indicates the possibility of disruption to services from Thursday through…
READ FULL STORYShetland’s well-known engineering and fabrication contractor has won a prestigious award for the quality of its apprenticeship and training programmes. Malakoff has been awarded the…
READ FULL STORYA crowdfunder has been launched by the Junior Up-Helly-A’ committee to raise funds towards the running costs of the festival. The move comes as the…
READ FULL STORYA West Side walking enthusiast is attempting to climb the equivalent of Mount Everest. Alan Robertson, of Turriefield, Sandness, is making his way up Sandness…
READ FULL STORYTime is running out to vote for Shetland’s nominations in this year’s MG Alba Scots Trad Music Awards. Mhari McLeman is one of four nominees…
READ FULL STORYThe UK government has increased the scope for investment in offshore wind projects, creating scope to provide renewable energy to millions of homes annually. Changes…
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