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Aquasplash to close for 'essential maintenance'
Aquasplash will close for a fortnight, from Monday 30 November, for 'essential maintenance'.
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Jersey property market faces fresh pressure as interest rates rise
Just as the Bank of England has hiked interest rates to 4%, new data about house prices in Jersey is published.
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Stay safe celebrating Bonfire Night
If you're marking November 5th with fireworks and bonfires, here are some tips for staying safe.
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Four rescued from smoke-filled flat during apartment fire
Four people had to be rescued last night from a smoke-filled flat, after a fire in a first-floor apartment in St Clement.
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Bulls player to make history with international call-up
Jersey Bulls player Jarma Mohamed has been called up to the Somalia national team for their upcoming Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifying fixtures against Ghana.
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Goodbye Stena Vinga...
The Stena Vinga has served Jersey for the last time before a change of ownership and a rebrand.
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Government spending less on consultants
Jersey's government says spending on consultants and temporary workers has more than halved in three years.
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Jersey drone havoc: Specialist equipment on-island
Specialist drone detection technology is now in Jersey as the investigation to find those responsible for the weekend's flight disruption continues.
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Neurology patients are 'frightened, frustrated and forgotten' as thousands await appointments
The Sophie Reid Neurological Association has responded to an update from the Health Minister, confirming nearly 4,000 islanders are waiting for neurology appointments.
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'Leave nothing, take nothing' at Jersey's ancient sites
The Société Jersiaise is reminding people not to leave anything - including offerings or debris of spiritual practices - at historic sites.
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1,500 handmade poppies planted in St John
A husband and wife in St John have handmade 1,500 poppies for a Remembrance Day display outside the Parish Hall.
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Simon Calder on drone havoc: 'Deeply troubling that somebody thought this would be a good idea'
Travel journalist Simon Calder has told Channel 103 the illegal use of drones in Jersey airspace over the weekend is 'absolutely dreadful'.
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Roll of Honour unveiled at Charing Cross
Jersey's Roll of Honour has been unveiled at Charing Cross in St Helier.
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Consultation on plans to admit girls into Victoria College sixth form
Islanders' views are wanted on plans from the Board of Governors at Victoria College to admit girls into their sixth form.
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Call for Jersey to break down stigma surrounding fertility struggles
A Jersey charity is calling on the island to break the stigma surrounding fertility struggles, and to encourage more open conversations.
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Airport drones: 'Every available avenue is being pursued'
Jersey's authorities say every available avenue is being pursued to identify those responsible for illegally flying drones near Jersey Airport, causing disruption for hundreds of passengers over the weekend.
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Jersey working with UK and specialist agencies after drones disrupt flights again
Jersey is working with UK authorities and specialist agencies after illegal drone use disrupted flights at Jersey Airport for a second consecutive evening.
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Flights affected by drones for second night running
Drones flying in Jersey Airport airspace have affected flights for a second night in a row.
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Appeal after drone reports near Jersey Airport
A police investigation has been launched after reports of drones being flown near Jersey Airport, which caused disruption to passengers on three incoming flights.
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'Disruption affecting flight movements' at Jersey Airport
Unauthorised drones flying over Jersey Airport airspace has caused three flights to divert away from the island tonight (30 October).
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New 'G-Court' opens at Millennium Park
The newly transformed basketball court at Millennium Town Park, named in memory of a much-loved former player and coach, is now open.
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Island Energy convicted following 2024 St Saviour explosion
It can now be reported that Island Energy was found guilty earlier this year of breaching the health and safety law, following a house explosion in St Saviour in June 2024.
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Haut du Mont: Gas worker to face retrial
A gas worker will face a retrial in connection with the fatal Haut du Mont explosion in 2022.
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Plea after seven red squirrels hit in one day
Seven red squirrels have been hit by vehicles in Jersey today (Friday 30 October), prompting a plea from the JSPCA to keep an extra lookout for the furry creatures.
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Chamber criticises 'lack of progress' on youth rate
Jersey's Chamber of Commerce says its disappointed at what it calls a 'lack of progress' on a dedicated youth rate.
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"There is hope after stroke"
A stroke survivor in Jersey has shared his experience and advice, as local organisations come together to mark World Stroke Day.
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St Saviour's Hill expected to open fully tomorrow evening after gas leak
Island Energy says it expects St Saviour's Hill to open fully tomorrow evening, as work continues to repair a gas leak.
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Jersey's minimum wage set to rise again
Jersey's minimum wage is set to rise again next year, despite concerns raised by businesses across the island.
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St Saviour's hill closed due to gas leak
Routes up and down St. Saviour's Hill will be closed until around Monday, Island Energy says, as teams investigate a reported gas leak.
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VAWG: Call for more investment in prevention
The CEO of Freeda is calling for more attention and investment on prevention, as part of ongoing efforts to tackle violence against women and girls in Jersey.
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JLA inshore lifeboat called out to reports of upturned vessel
Jersey's inshore lifeboat was called out after reports of an upturned vessel east of Gorey.
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'Barriers to Voting' survey launched
Islanders are being asked to share their experiences of voting in Jersey through a short survey.
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"Environmental protection remains a key priority"
The government insists that environmental protection remains a key priority, despite not including it in its published Common Strategic Policy (CSP).
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WATCH: Durrell helps to uncover new species of trapdoor spider
Durrell has helped to uncover a new species of spider in Mauritius!
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First law in Violence Against Women and Girls package to come into force
The first law in the Government's work to directly tackle Violence Against Women and Girls will come into force on 1 December.
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Firearms and dangerous weapons amnesty during November
An island-wide firearm and dangerous weapons amnesty is being held in Jersey throughout November.
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Jersey run clubs unite for 'Let's Lift The Curfew'
With the clocks changing and the nights getting darker, Jersey running clubs are again uniting to support Let’s Lift The Curfew.
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Call for strategy to encourage young islanders back after university
The government is being asked to develop a strategy for young islanders who want to return to Jersey after university.
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Nearly 200 nursery children to get dedicated one-to-one story time
Every child in three Jersey school nurseries will now get dedicated one-to-one story time with an adult every week.
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205 freight trailers arrive following Storm Austen
Stock levels at Jersey's supermarkets should be getting back to normal after Storm Austen affected supplies arriving on-island late last week.
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Stalking law set to come into force 'early next year'
Jersey's Home Affairs Minister says the island's new stalking law should come into force 'early next year'.
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First Jersey oyster shipment arrives through Granville facility
Jersey oysters have been exported through a new inspection facility in Granville for the first time.
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Storm Austen: Clean-up continues
Work continues to clean up the damage caused by Storm Austen.
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Storm Austen: All you need to know
Winds reached Gale F8 to Severe Gale F9 overnight, with highs of 82 mph, and reached Storm F10 this morning, with gusts of 70 to 85mph.
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Haut Du Mont: Jury fails to reach verdict on third gas worker
A jury has failed to reach a verdict on a third gas worker accused of unlawfully killing ten people following the explosion at Haut du Mont nearly four years ago.
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Storm Austen: Government schools to close on Friday
All Government of Jersey schools will close on Friday (23 October) because of Storm Austen.
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Campaign encourages potential child sex offenders to seek help
An international campaign is coming to Jersey aimed at preventing child sexual abuse online by targeting offenders and potential offenders.
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Electric car charger grant to end in December
Applications for a government grant towards the cost of installing an Electric Vehicle charging point will close in December.
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Consultation launched on hate crime legislation
Islanders and community groups are invited to have their say on potential hate crime legislation in Jersey.
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Plans for Fort Regent transformation fall behind
The redevelopment of Fort Regent is at least eight months behind schedule, just over a year on since it closed its doors.
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Islanders wanted for 'Humans' project
A Jersey photographer is looking for people to reflect the island's diverse and multicultural community.
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Extra DFDS sailings planned with bad weather forecast
DFDS is planning to put on more sailings, with forecast bad weather set to cause disruption over the October half-term holidays.
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£100,000 available in 2027 Performance Sport Programme
Applications are now open for Jersey's Sport's 2027 Performance Sport Programme.
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Public meeting to mark 75 years of Alcoholics Anonymous in Jersey
Alcoholics Anonymous in Jersey is marking its 75th anniversary by opening its doors to the island.
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Four jailed for drug trafficking and money laundering offences
A man who tried to supply £60,000 worth of cocaine in Jersey has been jailed for more than 11 years.
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Frank Bruno visits Victoria College
Frank Bruno has visited Victoria College to talk to sixth-form students about mental health.
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Public Health launches Diabetes prevention programme
A new programme has been launched to help up to 500 islanders reduce their risk of developing type 2 diabetes over the next two years.
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Dog hit by motorcycle near Portelet
A dog needed surgery after being hit by a motorbike near Portelet.
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Islanders asked about diesel and petrol car phase out
Jersey's government wants islanders' input on the plans to phase out petrol and diesel cars.
