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‘It is in our hands to decide’  Shetland News

Historic hostel redevelopment plan ramps up with publication of two new contract notices  Shetland Times

Police have paused the expansion of drug wipe testing – but Shetland’s most senior officer has insisted his team would be unaffected by the cutbacks.

Police in Shetland will continue to use drug wipe tests on drivers despite cutbacks to the scheme  Shetland Times

In this week’s Nature column, Joyce J M Garden takes a look at the great spotted woodpecker whose powerful beak hammers holes into tree bark.

Winnie Johnston, 15, took the highly coveted prize after the 44th annual competition was held in Mareel on Saturday night.

A group of London Marathon runners has raised more than £90,000 for the fight against cancer.

NATURE: Great spotted woodpeckers have shock-absorbing mechanism to prevent concussion when they ‘drum’ by rapidly pecking at tree trunks  Shetland Times

Talented teen crowned young fiddler of the year will get the chance to perform alongside acclaimed international artists  Shetland Times

Arts Musical talent shines at young fiddler of the year competition  Shetland News