Men told to stay away from isles after assaults
Four Fraserburgh men have been warned to stay away from the isles after admitting assault charges at the Thule Bar in Lerwick. Douglas McCulloch, 25, of the town’s Buchan Road, Clint Cassie, 44, of...
View ArticleHomes still without power
About 150 to 200 homes were still without power in the North Isles this morning after yesterday’s high winds. Police inspector Eddie Graham said engineers were working hard to get the majority of homes...
View ArticleBook of condolences opened for Mandela
A book of condolences has been opened so people can pay their respects to Nelson Mandela who died on Thursday night. The book will be located inside the main door at Lerwick Town Hall and will be...
View ArticleHaulage firm faces trial over driver’s death
A jury trial has begun at Lerwick Sheriff Court against haulage firm R.S. Henderson of Cullivoe in Yell following the death of a man who worked for the company. Geoffrey Davies, of Scraefield,...
View ArticleNo bail for man facing dangerous driving charges
A banned driver is facing trial after being accused of speeding away from a chasing police car while unfit to drive through drink or drugs. Peter Henderson, 32, of Kalliness was held in remand when he...
View ArticleWhy not restrict salaries? (Ron and Jane Willey)
We write with reference to the SIC’s tenant rent consultation letter regarding their proposed increases in tenants’ rents to help pay for the SIC’s 40-year-old housing debt. The increases proposed by...
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Review: Springsteen Sessions give it their all
Guitar-touting rock and roll was just the tonic for Springsteen fans at Mareel on Saturday. Delighted punters pulled on their dancing shoes and left their wellies at home – shaking off the weather...
View ArticleGremista power cut
About 60 properties were left without power in Gremista this morning following a power cut. A spokesman for Scottish and Southern Electric (SSE) said 64 customers were affected following a fault at...
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Community cash available
Shetland groups are being encouraged to apply for a “Heart of the Community Trust” award. Thousands of pounds worth of help is available for deserving causes and Scottish Sea Farms is appealing for...
View ArticleCasting vote sees committee back Skerries closure
Members of Shetland Islands Council’s education and families committee have backed recommendations to close the Skerries secondary department on the casting vote of chairwoman Vaila Wishart. North...
View ArticleHelp to block nuisance calls
The publication of information by communications regulator Ofcom which can help customers protect themselves against nuisance calls and compare charges has been welcomed by Northern Isles MP Alistair...
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Seafield motion unanimously backed
The hockey pitch at Seafield should be reserved for the new Eric Gray Centre, it was unanimously agreed at a meeting of the full council today. Cecil Smith’s motion to reserve the Seafield hockey pitch...
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Council votes to close Skerries secondary
Skerries residents object to proposals to close the island’s secondary department. Outside the town hall are (from left): John Weston, Alice Arthur, Brenda Hay, Valerie McMillan, Mellany Gorman and...
View Article6050 Taxis
Looking for drivers. Must be over 25 years with SIC taxi licence and a clean driving licence. TEL. 696050
View ArticleG4S Secure Solutions (UK) LtdSite Contract Manager – Shetland Gas Plant
Protecting the future prosperity of the Shetland Islands Reward Package: Competitive salary plus bonus scheme, pension scheme, plus other benefits. Total E&P UK Ltd, along with its project partner...
View ArticleHillswick Shop – Part-time shop assistant
Would you like to be part of an exciting community-led social enterprise? Hillswick Shop Ltd requires a part-time staff member to join our team and help deliver a friendly, well-run service for...
View ArticleHjaltland Housing Association
HAS AVAILABLE TO REGISTERED APPLICANTS ● One Bedroom House in Stucca, Hillswick We have a one bedroom, one person, mid-terraced house available to rent. This property is available to all Shetland...
View ArticleNight Hygiene Cleaner – Scottish Sea Farms
Scalloway Scottish Sea Farms Ltd is a leading supplier of farmed Atlantic Salmon operating in Shetland, Orkney and Mainland Scotland. We are seeking a ‘’hands-on’’, committed, and self-motivated person...
View ArticleHGV/Plant Mechanic – Garriock Bros Ltd Brae Depot
HGV/Plant Mechanic Please apply in writing only to: Robin Leslie,Garriock Bros. Ltd.,Brae Depot,Moorfield, Brae, ShetlandZE2 9QG info.brae@garriock.co.uk
View ArticleSwan will head to Greenwich as part of a busy season next year
Next year will be another busy season for Shetland’s restored Fifie class herring drifter the Swan. The Swan Trust has published its programme of cruises for the coming year, including a 30-night...
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