Author Ann Cleeves says crime fiction is ‘reassuring’ in an age of chaos
Prolific writer Ann Cleeves has said the murder-and-punishment structure of crime fiction is reassuring in a time of political chaos.
Shetland
‘Unacceptable’ delay on answers for fatal Shetland helicopter crash
An MP has condemned as “unacceptable” the delay as victims’ families await answers about a fatal helicopter crash in Shetland more than five years ago.
Number of people who die at work in Scotland ‘a cause for concern’
The number of people killed while at work in Scotland has been branded “a source of concern” by the Health and Safety Executive (HSE).
Shetland and Cornwall firms join forces to further UK space activity
Two UK space companies have joined forces to develop rocket launch technology.
Earnings more than double at ‘reliable’ BP as major projects come alive
Better “reliability” and the start-up of several major projects helped oil giant BP more than doubled its earnings last year.
Hopes that 2019 will be the first year no seals are shot in Shetland
Salmon producers in the northern isles say they are confident 2019 could be the first year in the industry’s 40-year history that no seals will be shot in Shetland as multi-million pound investments into anti-predator nets begin to show positive results.
Dozens of communication failures on island air routes
Dozens of communications failures between aircraft and air traffic control on island routes have occurred in the last five years, it can be revealed.
Emergency services called to early morning crash in Shetland
Emergency services were called to a crash in Shetland this morning.
Two people charged for using drones at Up Helly Aa festival
Police have charged two men for using drones at this year's Up Helly Aa celebrations in Lerwick.
Alistair Carmichael concerned about impact of slow internet on Northern Isles benefit claimants
Orkney and Shetland MP Alistair Carmichael has challenged the UK Government about the increasing amount of online form-filling required to claim Universal Credit.
Shetland’s Up Helly Aa party continues the day after spectacular fire display
Celebrations for Shetland’s Up Helly Aa fire festival continued long after the embers from the burning galley had faded.
Heart attack death rate has increased in Highland, Western Isles and Shetland council areas
The heart attack death rate in the Highland, Western Isles and Shetland council areas has gone up over the last decade, official data has shown.
Fire triumphs over snow for spectacular climax to Up Helly Aa
The passion of nearly 1,000 Shetlanders for their Viking heritage burned bright last night for the spectacular climax to Up Helly Aa.
In Pictures: Viking fire festival lights up Shetland
Crowds gathered in Shetland on Tuesday for the world-famous Up Helly Aa fire festival.
Thousands line Shetland streets for Up Helly Aa fire festival
Thousands of people gathered for Up Helly Aa as the world-famous fire festival was held in Lerwick.
Shetlanders celebrate their Viking ancestry in this year’s Up Helly Aa
Thousands of people packed the centre of Lerwick to marvel at the atmospheric procession of torches ablaze with fire.
Finishing touches ready boat for ‘hoop’ Helly Aa
A fearsome beast with emerald green eyes is ready to take centre stage today at Up Helly Aa.
IN PICTURES: Celebrating Up Helly Aa over the years
As Lerwick prepares to welcome visitors from across the globe ahead of Up Helly Aa, we take a look back at the best pictures captured at the event. Showcasing traditional features of the festival – from costumed warriors to the burning of the galley – they’ll be sure to make you want to visit.
Thousands on Shetland for Up Helly Aa fire festival
Thousands of people are due to gather for the world-famous Up Helly Aa fire festival on Shetland.
Viking passion for football on display ahead of Up Helly Aa festival
The Vikings were clearly football fans, if the centrepiece of this year’s famous Up Helly Aa festival on Shetland is anything to go by.
LIVE FROM LERWICK: The P&J at Up Helly Aa 2019
Excitement is building in Lerwick as Shetland once again hosts the spectacular Up Helly Aa festival.
Up Helly Aa: Shetland man takes up mantle of Guizer Jarl 40 years after his father
It's one of Scotland's most famous festivals.
Decline in butcher shops across north and north-east as customers favour supermarkets
The number of butcher shops across the north and north-east has been chopped in recent years as customers favour supermarkets over the traditional outlets.
Michelle serves UK’s most remote postal route
She is a welcome sight on one of the most remote postal routes in the country.
Orkney is best place to live in the UK
Orkney has beaten dramatic Eden and the picturesque Cotswolds to be crowned the best place to live in the UK.
Shetland wildlife sanctuary in line for a £500,000 upgrade
A Shetland wildlife charity is celebrating after the final piece in a complex funding jigsaw fell into place late this week to allow the organisation to go ahead with a £500,000 upgrade to its animal care facilities.
Impromptu Shetland wedding for Australian couple
Surprise weddings are one thing - but what about tying the knot on the other side of the world in the middle of a Shetland winter?
Huge swathes of the north and north-east are lagging behind in the UK’s broadband slow lane
Orkney, Shetland, Moray and Aberdeenshire have some of the worst broadband connections in the UK, according to new research.
Cash ultimatum issued to Scottish Government to keep Orkney’s inter-island ferry service running
Orkney Islands Council has issued the Scottish Government with the ultimatum that it must pay £6.8million for its inter-island ferry service - or they will stop running it.
Shetland woman dropped off kids at school while five and a half times the drink driving limit
A woman who dropped off passengers at Sandwick Junior High School while five-and-a-half times the drink driving limit received a hefty driving ban and fine at Lerwick Sheriff Court on Wednesday.
Artist comes face to face with his own design during visit to Lerwick Tourist Office
A Shetland cartoonist came face to face with his own creation following a visit to Lerwick Tourist Office.
Line up for 39th instalment of the Shetland Folk Festival revealed
Musicians from an array of genres and hailing from more than ten countries will flock to Shetland this summer as the 39th instalment of the Shetland Folk Festival opens on May 2.