UPDATED: Whalsay and Yell both down to single vessels
Whalsay’s ferry service was down to a single vessel due to the breakdown of the Hendra. The 42-year old vessel, which is the oldest of…
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Whalsay woman beats Shetland 10km record
Michelle Sandison, from Whalsay, was left “over the moon” after she beat the Shetland 10km record yesterday (Sunday).
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No budget in place to reopen mothballed schools
Director of children’s services Helen Budge confirmed there is no budget in place to reopen mothballed schools.
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Talk to highlight genetic risk in Shetland
Viking Genes are set to hold at a talk to explain genetic changes that have become more “common” in Shetland and the medical conditions associated
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UPDATE: Power restored in Whalsay
More than 80 homes in Whalsay were currently without power this afternoon (Friday). SSEN said they were aware of 82 homes affected by the “unplanned…
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Whalsay woman to compete in Ness Factor
A Whalsay woman is set to take part in Inverness’ version of The X Factor after grief gave her a new perspective. Kay-Lisa Davidson, originally…
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Whalsay ferry to be out of service for two weeks
Whalsay ferry Linga will be out of service for two weeks as installation works get underway.
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Shortage of water in Whalsay as main bursts
Scottish Water have confirmed its attending a burst on a water main in Whalsay.
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Whalsay skipper becomes pelagic chairman for Scotland
Richard Williamson from Whalsay has been appointed as the new chairman of the Scottish Pelagic Fishermen’s Association.
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WATCH: Whalsay buttercups in the breeze
Wildflowers are in full bloom across Whalsay including a large volume of buttercups at Boothpark. The bright yellow flowers also complimented nearby pelagic vessel Charisma…
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Filla to return to service on Tuesday
The inter-island ferry Filla is expected to be back in service next week following crucial engine repairs. Shetland Islands Council has confirmed the vessel will…
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Folk with Whalsay ancestry at higher cancer risk
People with Whalsay ancestry are at a significantly higher risk of getting cancer, a major new study has revealed.
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Whalsay win Manson Cup
Whalsay has won the Northwards Manson Cup final this afternoon 2-1 against Whitedale. The game at the Gilbertson Park in Lerwick ended 1-1 at half-time,…
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Whalsay down to a single vessel after ‘damage’ to the Hendra’s main engine
Bookings have been suspended to Whalsay’s ferry service after the Hendra suffered “damage” to its main engine.
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