Hillswick fire causes devastation to house
Fire took hold of a house in Hillswick shortly after 10pm last night. The single-storey property suffered 100 per cent smoke damage and 40 per cent fire damage, according to the Scottish Fire and...
View ArticleDecision yet to be made on bowls hall
Shetland Recreational Trust boss James Johnston has sought to reassure bowlers that no decisions have yet been taken regarding restructuring works within Clickimin. His comments come after alarm was...
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First picture of red-backed shrike
The first picture of a pair of red-backed shrike, taken by photographer Richard Ashbee, can be seen here. The rare bird has officially been extinct in the British Isles since the last century, but this...
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Visiting acts impressed by first Shetland Reel Festival
The feeling of performing with an old friend at the inaugural Shetland Reel Music Festival was as gratifying as playing in front of thousands in some of the world’s biggest cities. That is according to...
View ArticleWhalsay beat Burra in exciting Parish Cup final
Whalsay emerged victorious against Burra in a nail-biting finish to the Parish Cup, which ended at 2-1 after extra time. Captain of the winning team, Richard Arthur, was presented with the cup by...
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Trikes give new lease of life to delighted boys
Two boys with special needs are the delighted recipients of new trikes which will mean they can play outside and learn new skills – and improve their health at the same time. James Sim from Lerwick and...
View ArticleNew dental practice to open in Lerwick
A new dental practice for Shetland will open by the end of the year, it was announced today. The practice will be in Lerwick’s Market Street and run by Lerwick Dental Practice, which is owned by three...
View ArticleFree flu vaccination on offer for youngsters
Primary school pupils in the isles are being offered the flu vaccine again this year, a repeat of last year. The childhood vaccination programme will get under way for five to 11-year-olds across...
View ArticleFewer pupils receive free school meals despite austerity
The number of school pupils receiving free school meals, clothing grants or education maintenance allowances are in decline – despite all signs indicating a continuing need for help. Figures released...
View ArticleHardly fit for purpose (Erik Young)
For some it may be heartening that our transport minister is taking an interest in our “lifeline service”. I, however, find it ironic that he chose (?) to travel by plane to Shetland to have...
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Skene will stand for SNP in Scottish elections
Danus Skene has been selected as Holyrood candidate for the SNP in next year’s Scottish elections. Mr Skene has described himself as “both humbled and flattered” after he was selected in the SNP...
View ArticleEnergy group to enter liquidation
Trade group Energy North which has several members in the isles has announced it is to go into liquidation. The not for profit organisation existed to promote the interests of members in the oil and...
View ArticleTwo accused of knife crimes
Two people appeared have appeared at Lerwick Sheriff Court charged with knife crimes. Marvin Inkster, 34, of Burra, was released on bail after a private appearance before honorary sheriff Arnold...
View ArticleCouncillors back new Toft pier
Councillors have backed an option to replace the Toft pier with a new structure estimated to cost between £1.5 and £2 million. A lengthy and heated discussion took place in the chamber this afternoon,...
View Article‘Serious’ financial challenge for health service
NHS Shetland will have to make considerable financial savings over the coming years, and staff will be expected to “do things differently”, a meeting of the health board heard this week. Every staff...
View ArticleHrossey captain got turn wrong, MCA director claims
The master of NorthLink ferry Hrossey miscalculated the turn into Kirkwall Bay immediately prior to the recent near-miss incident with the coastguard tug Herakles. That is according to the Maritime and...
View ArticleNew dental practice, Catalina crash and big bannock in this week’s Shetland...
• A new dental practice should be open by the end of the year to reduce the lengthy waiting list. • The master of NorthLink ferry Hrossey miscalculated the turn into Kirkwall Bay immediately before the...
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Talking Sport … with Jim Tait
The 1957 Shetland junior inter-county side. Back (from left): manager Charlie Moar, Alistair Hughson, Campbell Jamieson, Cecil Patterson, Brian Hunter, Mackie Coutts, Colin Jamieson, coach George...
View ArticleNHS Shetland warns of phone scam
NHS Shetland is warning folk of a telephone scam after an elderly woman had money taken from her bank account this week. In a statement the health board said a man phoned the woman and gave the...
View ArticleFunding appeal for Carmichael hearing
A second crowd-funding bid has been launched ahead of next month’s hearing against northern isles MP Alistair Carmichael with the aim to overturn the General Election result in the isles. The team...
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