Polling stations open for Scottish elections
Polling stations across Shetland opened at 7am this morning (Thursday, 6th May) for the Scottish parliamentary elections. Thirty-four polling stations will be open until 10pm…
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Vaccination shuttle bus provided
The council has provided details of a shuttle bus timetable aimed at helping ensure people get to their vaccination appointments. Shuttle buses are scheduled to…
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Food body appeals for photographers to submit ‘best of Shetland’ images
Shetland Food and Drink is on the search for a photograph to appear on the side of its new trailer, and is also encouraging folk…
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Investigation underway after racist graffiti is discovered
Police are appealing for information after racist graffiti was sprayed on the walls of a derelict building in the South Mainland. Swastikas and slogans, including…
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Two councillors lend their support to SNP candidate Tom Wills
As the countdown to polling day continues two high-profile SIC councillors have thrown their weight behind SNP candidate Tom Wills. North Isles member Ryan Thomson…
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TV chef to give live demonstration of isles food
TV chef Phil Vickery will give a live demonstration of the best of Shetland food on ITV’s This Morning today (Wednesday). The programme starts at…
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Polling stations prepared for Scottish elections
The SIC says it has taken steps to make polling stations as safe as possible as final preparations are made for Thursday’s Scottish elections. Across…
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Tourism analysis to begin next week in bid to move on from Covid pandemic
An isles-wide assessment of tourism services is to begin next week, as businesses prepare to welcome visitors once again.
READ FULL STORYCovid vaccine to be given to those under 30
People under 30 are due to receive their first Covid jabs over the next two weeks.
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Highland Amateur Cup off for second year
The most prestigious football trophy in the Highlands and Islands, the Highland Amateur Cup, has been cancelled for a second consecutive year. The Scottish Amateur…
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Inspirational fundraiser crosses finish line to complete Captain Tom challenge
Cancer survivor Lauren Tulloch has completed her gruelling 100 lap Captain Tom Moore challenge, raising more than £11,500 for Teenage Cancer Trust in the process….
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Screenplay set for September return
Shetland Arts annual film festival Screenplay will return at the beginning of September. The event was cancelled last year due to Covid restrictions, but will…
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Hrossey diverts to Scrabster after propeller is fouled
The NorthLink ferry Hrossey fouled a propeller on her way to Aberdeen Harbour on Tuesday morning, which prevented her from being able to dock. Poor…
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‘Dramatic’ changes for transport could see Uber-style buses, bike pools and car sharing, meeting hears
Demand responsive bus services, bike pools and car sharing are some of the ideas being considered for the future of transport in Shetland.
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