20+ hour, 44+ min ago   (506+ words) Shetland birding news was dominated this week by the finding of a mega-rare Egyptian nightjar at Eastshore, Virkie by Roger Riddington last Saturday. This was not only a first record for Shetland, but also a first for Scotland and the…...

4+ day, 16+ hour ago   (755+ words) The curator of Shetland’s annual filmmaking festival has spoken following the screening of over 20 local productions at the weekend. Kathy Hubbard says the Homemade Festival has yet again showcased Shetland’s talent, insisting every one of the short films she saw…...

6+ day, 13+ hour ago   (593+ words) The captain of a famous tall ship taking part in a trans-Atlantic voyage is relishing the prospect of welcoming visitors aboard this week. August Jansson is skipper of the Norwegian heritage ship Sorlandet, which is berthed at Lerwick’s Victoria Pier…...

1+ week, 5+ day ago   (364+ words) The isles police chief has issued a warning to drivers to observe the speed limits on Shetland’s roads. Chief inspector Chris Sewell’s appeal comes after bairns playing on bikes had to take “evasive action” to avoid being run over by…...

1+ week, 6+ day ago   (516+ words) A local singer has brought her voice to an isles-inspired song written as part of the national Finn Moray music project. Lisa Manson’s vocals appear on Muddy Bay (Blood & Bone), a new composition written by David Sheret for the Finn…...

2+ week, 1+ day ago   (650+ words) A beautiful insect, the common blue damselfly is the commonest of the damselflies and is widespread throughout Britain. However, in Shetland, it has only been reported from a handful of sites including the North Mainland, Nesting and Yell. Damselflies have…...

2+ week, 23+ hour ago   (343+ words) A survey has been launched asking businesses about the benefits and drawbacks of cruise tourism. Shetland Islands Council is seeking views as part of a wider socio-economic study about the sector which has grown significantly in recent years. Economic development…...

2+ week, 4+ day ago   (348+ words) The dredging company behind operations at Lerwick Harbour has provided welcome support to the operators behind Shetland’s sail training vessel. The Swan Trust has recently taken delivery of new industry-standard immersion suits, thanks to sponsorship from Boskalis Westminster Ltd. Boskalis…...

2+ week, 4+ day ago   (216+ words) Operators of a cake fridge raising vital funds for Cancer Research UK have made a plea after takings fell short of expectations. The Green Cake Fridge in Cunningsburgh says money raised has failed to match the value of its products…...

2+ week, 5+ day ago   (185+ words) NHS Shetland has issued a warning to consumers amid a salmonella outbreak linked to imported eggs.. The UK Health Security Agency last week declared a national salmonella outbreak after more than 200 cases were confirmed - including six in Scotland. While no…...