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STRAIGHT TALKING: Author reflects on pros and cons of being named ‘Donald’ – with its ties to a famous duck, a US president and a popular song about ‘troosers’

Posted on February 7, 2026 by sakana1

Author Donald Murray discusses his mixed feelings about his forename.

Ferry finally makes her way up the Tyne towards dry dock after fifth day of delays

Posted on February 7, 2026 by sakana1

NorthLink passenger ferry Hjaltland has finally made her way up the Tyne ahead of a delayed dry dock visit.

LETTER: More Green voices in the council chamber will protect the vulnerable, challenge inequality and ensure ensure community is not left behind

Posted on February 7, 2026 by sakana1

Zara Pennington writes in praise of Shetland Greens councillor Alex Armitage and his recent comments on council tax.

SOUNDING OFF: Up-Helly-Aa livestream inspires Minneapolis protestors with ‘Shetland fire melting ICE’

Posted on February 7, 2026 by sakana1

Broadcaster Tom Morton reflects on the growing international appeal of Up-Helly-Aa

LETTER: More Green voices in the council chamber will protect the vulnerable, challenge inequality and ensure ensure community is not left behind – Shetland Times

Posted on February 7, 2026 by sakana1

LETTER: More Green voices in the council chamber will protect the vulnerable, challenge inequality and ensure ensure community is not left behind  Shetland Times

Ferry finally makes her way up the Tyne towards dry dock after fifth day of delays – Shetland Times

Posted on February 7, 2026 by sakana1

Ferry finally makes her way up the Tyne towards dry dock after fifth day of delays  Shetland Times

Community Redevelopment of Sail Loft looking viable as feasibility study nears end – Shetland News

Posted on February 7, 2026 by sakana1

Community Redevelopment of Sail Loft looking viable as feasibility study nears end  Shetland News

SOUNDING OFF: Up-Helly-Aa livestream inspires Minneapolis protestors with ‘Shetland fire melting ICE’ – Shetland Times

Posted on February 7, 2026 by sakana1

SOUNDING OFF: Up-Helly-Aa livestream inspires Minneapolis protestors with ‘Shetland fire melting ICE’  Shetland Times

TIMES PAST: Van blown off road; angry press release; Gaelic spat; dog saves family from fire; revival of Shetland knitwear and more

Posted on February 7, 2026 by 93cwt9

This week’s Times Past features a look back at the 1976 Nesting and Girlsta Up-Helly-Aa when the Guizer Jarl was Maurice Thompson

Appeal launched to recruit referees ahead of the football season’s return

Posted on February 7, 2026 by 93cwt9

An appeal has been launched to recruit more referees ahead of the new football season.

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