Severe gales prompt weather warning
The Met Office has issued a yellow “be aware” weather warning for Shetland – with severe gales predicted. Warnings are in place across Scotland. The Met Office warning for Orkney and Shetland states:...
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Birders flock in for glimpse of rare visitor
Birders from Shetland and beyond have been flocking to Northmavine this week to catch sight of a rare visitor from overseas. A pine grosbeak, only the 12th to ever be seen in Britain, is currently...
View ArticleWoman in court accused of biting
A woman has appeared at Lerwick Sheriff Court accused of biting a man on the hand. Donna Paton, 47, of the town’s Robertson Crescent was released on bail after appearing from custody on a charge...
View ArticleNew trustees for Shetland Arts
Shetland Arts has announced a trio of new trustees have joined its board. Board chairman Jim Johnston said Shetland Arts had been “inundated” with interest from many different individuals. The...
View ArticlePlanning application fees increased
Planning application fees for all types of development will increase by 20 per cent from 1st April, a meeting of the council’s planning committee heard this week. Chairman Frank Robertson said the...
View ArticleDozens of posts set to go amid ferry service cuts
Thirty one posts look set to go within the council’s ferry service, after proposed cuts totalling £3.1million were agreed by the full council on Monday. Tucked away in an appendix that was not...
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Destructive waves were ‘biggest in living memory’: VIDEO
Click for full image Fair Isle residents say the waves which damaged parts of the wall surrounding the South Lighthouse were the biggest in living memory. The high seas swept around the lighthouse...
View ArticleWeather Outlook for Shetland – Tuesday, 5th February 2013 at 18:43
WEATHER OUTLOOK FOR SHETLAND Tuesday, 5th February 2013 at 18:43 HEADLINES TODAY: Rain then wintry showers and gales.TONIGHT: Wintry showers. Gales.TOMORROW: Wintry showers. Windy.DAYS 3-5: Wintry...
View ArticleIce warning
Motorists and pedestrians are being warned to take care this evening as icy patches are likely on untreated surfaces. The Met Office is urging people to “be aware” as further hail, sleet and snow...
View Article‘Weird and creepy’ man threatened girlfriend, court told
A “weird and creepy” man threatened to blow up his girlfriend and abduct her child. Obsessive boyfriend Kenneth Harper, 31, of Exnaboe, Virkie, made the threat just weeks after their relationship...
View ArticleCautious welcome for fisheries policy reform
The European Parliament has voted strongly in favour of major reforms of the Common Fisheries Policy. It is hoped the move could spell the end for discards at sea and hand control of fishing policy to...
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Designed in Bigton for £8, the Facebook app that went global
When Shetland entrepreneur Andrew Irvine created an experimental social media “app” called Influential Albums, little did he know that it would end up hitting blogs and airwaves on both sides of the...
View ArticleWhat’s On in Shetland – March 2013 + on
These details are subject to change or cancellation without prior notification. Check with organisers if unsure. Useful numbers: Islesburgh Community Centre – 01595 745100; Shetland Amenity Trust (SAT)...
View ArticleWhat’s On in Shetland – February 2013
These details are subject to change or cancellation without prior notification. Check with organisers if unsure. Also see www.shetlandtimes.co.uk for updates. Useful numbers: Islesburgh Community...
View ArticleSCOTTISH CAR AUCTIONS SEARCH
There has never been a better time for bargains, i.e. repossession from all major HP companies plus all our usual disposable vehicles from leasing companies: BT, Post Office, Hydro and Gas Board etc,...
View ArticleUNIVERSITY OF EDINBURGH
Clerical Assistant(Viking Health Study)post based in Shetland A part-time clerical assistant is required to provide high-level support to the Viking Health Study which is running in Shetland. The...
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MICHAEL INKSTER & CO.
Southvoe 2, Papil, Burra Isle,Shetland, ZE2 9LD Semi-detached two-bedroom timber-clad property situated in a scenic coastal location with attractive sea views to the south and east. Completed to a high...
View ArticleSHETLAND CLEANING SERVICES
Relief CleanerMornings – Lerwick7.30am to 11.00am This vacancy is for someone to cover holiday leave and sick leave. Regular work will not be available every week, so the vacancy might suit someone who...
View ArticleTOLL CLOCK SHOPPING CENTRE
Shop Units Available Unit 5M44 sq m with good display facilities Unit 3L65 sq m with storage and back offi ce Both units are in prime locations. Long or short let. Any enquiries welcome. New single...
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