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Four reports of vandalism at historic sites in last couple of years

FOUR instances of vandalism have been recorded at historic sites in Shetland over the last couple of years. A freedom of information request by Shetland News to Historic Environment Scotland (HES) shows that three of the four incidents took place at the Clickimin Broch. The other was at Fort Charlotte in Lerwick. Read more Shetland News …


New craft shed set to open in South Mainland

A DEDICATED shed showcasing Shetland’s independent crafting creatives is set to open in the South Mainland next month. Da Craft Shed will look to plug the gap left by the closure of The Annex in Gulberwick earlier this year, offering a retail space for small local makers to showcase their wares. Read more Shetland News …





From Unst to Africa – Henderson celebrates 30th birthday with a twist

ADVENTURER Tom Henderson celebrated his 30th birthday in his own unique style – by driving a converted ambulance from Unst to Africa.  Instead of a big party or a meal with friends, Henderson and girlfriend Kiara Casafranca started his third decade by trekking from the northernmost point of Shetland to Morocco. Read more Shetland News …


Car destroyed in fire

A WHITE Range Rover car was extensively damaged in a fire at the Nesting junction on Monday afternoon. A spokesperson for the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service said the vehicle was well alight when fire fighters from Brae attended. They used two sets of breathing apparatus and a hose reel jet to extinguish the blaze. Read more Shetland News …


Sparks flew as teenager took father’s car for joyride

A BRAE teenager with no driving experience who took her father’s car without consent to go on a joyride to Lerwick while twice the legal alcohol limit will be sentenced next month. The young woman, who cannot be named for legal reasons, admitted five charges, including driving dangerously and driving without a valid licence, when […] Shetland News …


Educational boat drifting Shetland’s way after trip across Atlantic

A SMALL boat created by marine scientists in the US could soon land on Shetland’s shores. Conscriptus was launched by students at the Brien McMahon High School in Connecticut in May last year. The unmanned boat has a tracker inside and the aim of the project was to give students experience in marine industry and […] Shetland News …