21/09/2024
Two creative Shetland talents have been nominated for national awards.
TWO creative Shetland talents have been nominated for national awards. Pianist Amy Laurenson is one of 20 acts on the longlist for this year’s Scottish Album...
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21/09/2024
I must confess to being both amused and puzzled by the method in which Shetland Arts is holding its AGM once again this year. This is because their wholly...
21/09/2024
Tucked into Lerwick’s Pitt Lane, Shetland Recovery Hub and Community Network is throwing its arms open to any and everyone dealing with drug and alcohol dependence – either directly or indirectly.
“EVERYBODY’S welcome, and everybody is treated the same.” Tucked into Lerwick’s Pitt Lane, Shetland Recovery Hub and Community Network is throwing...
20/09/2024
Scottish Sea Farms needs a FIRST MATE - Bagheera.
First Mate role is for Utility Vessel Bagheera, providing vital support to marine salmon farms around Shetland. Must have at least 2 years of relevant experience, see http://shet.news/g4rkk, and also for qualifications. 2 week on/off rota system and working times are generally between 7am & 5pm (variable). Must also be able to achieve and retain an ENG1 medical. Closing date 4 October 2024.
20/09/2024
Labour MP Ian Murray said it is not just councillors that have been making the case for a Shetland tariff.
THE UK secretary for Scotland says SSE employees have been among those asking if the Viking Energy wind farm will reduce their energy bills. Labour MP Ian...
20/09/2024
THE AITH Lifeboat was called out on Friday morning to assist a small local fishing boat to safety. The eight metre vessel, working in Papa Sound, suffered...
20/09/2024
DECKHAND required for LK308 Comrades.
Experience in engineroom would be preferable, but not essential. Must have basic certification to go to sea.
For details see https://www.shetnews.co.uk/jobs/
20/09/2024
There will be a community benefit scheme from the Stoura offshore wind farm - but it is too early yet to know what it will look like.
THE DEVELOPER of one of two offshore wind farms proposed to the east of Shetland says it is committed to a community benefit fund scheme. However ESB’s...
20/09/2024
Lerwick's Anderson High School has commemorated a former pupil who served in both the first and second world wars and who was recognised for gallantry.
LERWICK’s Anderson High School has commemorated a former pupil who served in both the first and second world wars and who was recognised for gallantry. The...
20/09/2024
Shetland Women's Aid needs a TRUSTEE.
Trustees play a pivotal role in supporting the service manager, shaping the charity's strategic direction, and overseeing the organisation's good governance. Applicants with a diverse range of skills and experiences sought, see http://shet.news/g4rkk. This is an unpaid position, open to women only under Schedule 9 of the Equality Act 2010. Closing date Monday 28 October 2024.
20/09/2024
Shetland Women's Aid
Contact [email protected] before Monday 7 October 2024
20/09/2024
The consultation event is taking place at Lerwick's town hall tonight (Friday) between 6pm and 9pm.
PEOPLE with a connection to the local fishing industry are being encouraged to attend a consultation event in Lerwick tonight (Friday) on marine protected...
20/09/2024
Da Barn Lerwick
Reposted, with a change to opening days.
20/09/2024
E&H Building Contractors Ltd seeks a BUILDING TECHNICIAN.
Full-time contract and good rates of pay. Must have experience of teamworking and working on own initiative, and dealing with subcontractors, clients, suppliers and general public. Should have good understanding of Microsoft Office package (Word, Excel). See http://shet.news/g4rkk for full details.
20/09/2024
A SALMON farm firm operating in Shetland says it is rolling out a new double-netting system in the isles to help reduce seal-related fish deaths.
A SALMON farm firm operating in Shetland says it is rolling out a new double-netting system in the isles to help reduce seal-related fish deaths. Scottish Sea...
20/09/2024
Offers over £165,000 are requested for this property, which comprises hallways, living room, combined kitchen and dining area, a double bedroom, single bedroom and wet room. The property has a small, low maintenance garden and is close to the shoreline. It has superb, uninterrupted sea views across the voe to the East Isle of Burra.
This detached, two bedroom bungalow is situated in a residential rural area of West Burra with stunning, uninterrupted sea views across the voe to the...
20/09/2024
Three local long-distance runners are preparing to take on the Lisbon marathon next month to raise funds for the Shetland Care Attendant Scheme (SCAS).
THREE local long-distance runners are preparing to take on the Lisbon marathon next month to raise funds for the Shetland Care Attendant Scheme (SCAS)....
20/09/2024
A drunken group of passengers kept an entire pod lounge awake on Tuesday's sailing, with NorthLink staff helpless to stop them.
NorthLink says it has ‘protocols in place’ for dealing with disruptive passengers
20/09/2024
HallMark Scotland seeks a SHELLFISH SAMPLING OFFICER.
Enthusiastic, self-motivated and conscientious person required to join the Shetland shellfish sampling team. Travel all over Shetland, collecting, packaging and posting samples to the laboratory for testing. Experience not essential as full training provided. Early morning starts required, along with a full driving licence and own transport. See http://shet.news/g4rkk for details.
20/09/2024
20/09/2024
Continued mechanical problems with the Geira mean the route will run to a Saturday timetable again.
THE BLUEMULL Sound ferry service will be covered by a single vessel for a second consecutive day. Continued mechanical problems with the Geira mean the route...
19/09/2024
Mind Your Head needs TRUSTEES.
Mind Your Head wants Shetland to be a place where mental health is supported positively in the community.
Places are available on the Board of Trustees. Would you like to volunteer?
Details via http://shet.news/g4rkk
19/09/2024
Mind Your Head requires WELLNESS PRACTITIONERS.
Applications required for three groups: Well Dads, Well Youth and Wellbeing 1000. All are part-time (3.5, 24 and 3.5 hrs/week respectively), see http://shet.news/g4rkk for details. Well Youth and Wellbeing 1000 contracted until end March 2025. Well Dads contracted for 6 month initially. Extensions subject to funding. Salaries £24,265 – £26,227 pro rata. Closing date Monday 30 September 2024.
19/09/2024
Bressay fire station was described as the worst station one senior fire brigade union member has seen in 20 years.
Councillor Allison Duncan has called for urgent improvements to be made
19/09/2024
D H Marine (Shetland) Ltd seeks a GENERAL MANAGER.
This is a full-time position, overseeing day-to-day operations, ensuring projects are delivered on time and to the highest quality. Must have proven experience in a senior management role and strong leadership skills. Experience in offshore or remote locations an advantage. Competitive salary and benefits package. Details at http://shet.news/g4rkk. Closing date 18 October 2024.
19/09/2024
Nordri Ltd is looking for an APPRENTICE PLUMBER.
Enthusiastic individual needed for this rewarding, high demand trade, working under supervision to complete tasks while attending block release college. Desirable skills include working at National 5 level preferably with English and Maths, and the knowledge of, and ability to use, basic hand tools. Further details at http://shet.news/g4rkk. Closing date 4 October 2024.
19/09/2024
Alison O'Donnell has spoken about the upcoming ninth series of crime drama Shetland - with the story a personal one for her character Tosh.
Alison O’Donnell was speaking in a new BBC video looks back at her role in the crime drama
19/09/2024
Wednesday of this week marked the 10th anniversary of the independence referendum. Remarkably, Wednesday also marked the SNP voting in Edinburgh with all...
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A short video clip of the The Fiction playing at the Clickimin on Saturday afternoon, part of the Rising North Festival
Here is a video of the Catalina 'flying boat' performing a flyover at Sullom Voe earlier today. Read more: https://www.shetnews.co.uk/2024/07/18/watch-catalina-plane-perform-flyover/
Shetland's ballot boxes have arrived in Kirkwall ready for counting. Follow our live blog at www.shetnews.co.uk
And here's the first ballot box being emptied. More at www.shetnews.co.uk
The first ballot box - from Kirkwall West and Orphir - being brought to the election count in Orkney. Follow the live updates at www.shetnews.co.uk
Shetland Pride, the isles' annual festival celebrating diversity and tolerance kicked off with a parade from Lerwick's Market Cross to the Gilbertson Park on Saturday morning. More to follow ...
Motorists are advised to take extra care when passing horses and horse riders on local roads. Director of safety with the British Horse Society (BHS), Alan Hiscox, is in the isles this week to promote the society’s Dead Slow campaign which aims to increase road safety for horse riders, horses and drivers. Story here: https://shet.news/140cx
The survivors lap kicked off this year's CRUK Relay For Life - Shetland, which is due to run through to midnight.
Sessions are always a big part of the @shetlandfolkfest experience - here's one at Islesburgh at the opening event earlier. #sff #shetlandfolkfestival #music
Kirsten Adamson & The Tanagers also performed at the Shetland Folk Festival opening event earlier at Islesburgh.
Norway's Gangar performing right now at the Shetland Folk Festival launch event at Islesburgh in Lerwick ahead of a busy weekend.
HM Coastguard has released this video from this morning's rescue of fishermen from a sinking vessel off Shetland. Read more here: https://www.shetnews.co.uk/2024/03/24/eight-people-airlifted-safety-fishing/
Delting jarl squad and its youngest member Elena entertain pupils and parents at Lunnasting Primary School on Friday morning
A ceremony was held at the Shetland Bus memorial in Scalloway this morning in front of many visiting Norway naval cadets. Speaking here is local councillor Stephen Leask. Read more at www.shetnews.co.uk
SMUHA under way now: Jarl Thorfinn the Mighty and his hardy southend Vikings visiting Sound Primary School this morning (Friday).
And that's the Cullivoe Up Helly AA galley Lastdragar well alight on Friday evening. All the best to Jarl Brian Spence and his squad of Vikings
It's Up Helly Aa again this weekend as sheepskin clad Vikings descend on Northmavine. All the best to jarl Alan Doull and his squad of warriors and 'princess warriors'.
Lerwick was awash with flames earlier tonight (Tuesday) as the Up Helly Aa procession lit up the town.
There were plenty of guizers taking part in the procession. We'll have more photos and videos on the website later.
The galley going up in flames in front of a sizeable crowd of folk who turned out for tonight's procession.
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