A NEW memorial has been erected in Scalloway to commemorate the people who were killed during the Shetland witchcraft trials in the 17th century. Following the Witchcraft Act in 1563, many people were killed under the accusation of being allegedly witches during the 17th.
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THE ROLE and responsibilities of community councils in Shetland was discussed in the SIC chamber earlier today (Tuesday) – as well as reasons why some people may be discouraged from becoming a member. It comes as Shetland Islands Council gets set to go ahead with a second.
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THE UNUSUAL sight of a fire festival procession in the middle of summer will come to Scalloway this July as Vikings from across Shetland team up for a one-off event. The procession, featuring 2023 jarl squads from Shetland, will be held on Tuesday 25 July as a warm-up for the.