Election was well fought (Gerry McGarvey)
I would like to congratulate Alistair Carmichael on winning last week’s General Election. The election was fought on very fair terms and my commiserations go to all the other candidates. Thanks also to...
View ArticleLifeboat call-outs
The Lerwick lifeboat was called out at 1.07am on Tuesday to assist the 36-foot Norwegian yacht Maxibell with three crew onboard after she reported problems with her engine mountings. The yacht was 32...
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Mountain bikers want to develop trail
The Shetland Mountain Biking Working Group is holding an open meeting for anyone interested in the continuing development of mountain bike trails in Shetland. There will be an opportunity to be part of...
View ArticleScott renews calls for ferry contract decision to be scrutinised
Isles MSP Tavish Scott has renewed his call for Audit Scotland to scrutinise the tender process which led to Serco being awarded the lifeline Northern Isles ferry contract. Together with his Orkney...
View ArticleMan admits brandishing knife
A man has been released on bail after he admitted brandishing a knife. Paul Lewis, 22, of Stucca, Hillswick, has been ordered to stay clear of his wife after he spoiled a night out. Lewis admitted...
View ArticlePatrols to target dog fouling
Environmental health officials will increase patrols in a bid to target dog walkers who fail to scoop up their pet’s mess. Environmental health team leader Patti Dinsdale said the issue of dog fouling...
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Councils to meet new government on islands campaign
Shetland, Orkney and the Western Isles councils are seeking meetings with the new UK government to discuss the future of the Our Islands Our Future (OIOF) campaign. Scottish secretary David Mundell....
View ArticleScott presses ambulance chief over isles service
The chairman of the Scottish Ambulance Service has been told of the concerns from ambulance staff about training and the need for more cover in the isles. On Tuesday Shetland MSP Tavish Scott met...
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Morton retires from the airwaves
He has been in broadcasting for more than 20 years, but radio presenter Tom Morton is giving up the airwaves following a health scare. Mr Morton, from Hillswick, is well known on air for his Morton...
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‘Edge of the world’ base jump for thrillseekers
Daredevil Simon Brentford has described the moment he stood at the top of a 930-foot cliff in Foula – and leapt off. “You have a feeling that you are at the edge of the world,” he said after looking...
View ArticleScott welcomes backing for devolution of Crown Estate powers
A Scottish Parliamentary committee has made a strong recommendation that full ownership and control over the seabed should be handed to the islands. MSP Tavish Scott, who is a member of the Devolution...
View ArticleIn this week’s Shetland Times
In this week’s Shetland Times: •A Scottish parliamentary committee has recommended full ownership over the seabed should be given to the islands without delay. •Alistair Carmichael has insisted the...
View ArticleTHE SHETLAND HOTEL
STUDENTS FOR SUMMER JOB We are looking for 2 students to help our permanent staff on waiting duties at the Waterfront Bar and Grill at the Shetland Hotel. This is full time, seasonal only, but to start...
View ArticleMan admits causing death by dangerous driving
A man who knocked down and killed a father as he walked home from a party has admitted causing death by dangerous driving. John Pottinger, known as Jamie, was described as “pretty drunk” before he got...
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Masonic lodge targeted by graffiti vandal
Political graffiti has been sprayed over the masonic hall in Lerwick in an overnight incident. Graffit was sprayed on the masonic hall overnight. Photo: Dave Donaldson Slogans in large blue lettering,...
View ArticleUrquhart backs local papers
Independent Highlands and Islands MSP Jean Urquhart has called for greater diversity and accountability of the national media, and stressed the importance of well-supported local newspapers. Ms...
View ArticleMan injured in Church Road crash
A man was taken to hospital by ambulance after a collision involving a car and motorcycle in Church Road this morning. Police said that the incident occurred at 10.10am about half way up Church Road...
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Robinson pleased with cross-party report on devolution
SIC political leader Gary Robinson has welcomed a Scottish Parliament committee report calling for devolution of seabed tax raising powers as a priority. Mr Robertson said that a commitment to devolve...
View ArticleCollision in Voe
Firefighters were called to a two vehicle RTC in Voe last night. Two fire engines from Brae and one from Lerwick were called to the incident in Bankhaven at around 8.40pm. The fire service said...
View ArticleAppeal for new fire service recruits
The fire service in Shetland is seeking to recruit retained firefighters throughout the isles and for the first time is making recruit training available locally. Recruits are being sought from Unst to...
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