Jersey News

Islanders are being asked to avoid A&E if it's not necessary, with the hot weather placing extra strain on the hospital.

A former Jersey Chamber of Commerce president has returned to the role temporarily after Lee Madden stepped down following a backlash to a donation he made to a political movement.

Football clubs across Jersey are being given sensory bags to support people with autism.

Her Royal Highness Sophie, Duchess of Edinburgh, made history today (23 June) by being the first member of the Royal Family to visit The Écréhous.

Jersey has had its second-hottest day since records began in 1894!

"I said to the children in Assembly, the important thing today is to stay cool. Cool in temperature, cool in attitude, and let's get through this together."

A man needed hospital treatment after allegedly being punched and kicked in an assault outside a St Helier pub.

75-year-old Ed Wilson crossed the finish line at 7.38 pm, completing the 48 mile route in 16 hours and 37 minutes.

The June heat record in Jersey wasn't broken today, but it almost certainly will fall tomorrow.

Jersey's Chief Minister has given his thanks to Sir Keir Starmer, following his resignation as Prime Minister.

We've been getting the latest from Jersey Met on this week's extreme temperatures...

Public Health is offering Meningitis B vaccination clinics this summer for students preparing to start university or move into halls of residence for the first time this autumn.

Frustration is growing among motorists as the wait for Rouge Bouillon to reopen fully continues.

Forecasters are now predicting highs of 37°C for Tuesday and Wednesday (23 & 24 June).

A 22 year old man has been arrested following a fire at La Coie flats at Springfield.

A record number of people set off from Elizabeth Harbour at 3am, watched the sun rise over Jersey, and are still walking.

Executives from Andium Homes meet with members of Guernsey's Committee for Housing.

Ex-Reform Jersey leader Sam Mézec has given his first interview since losing the election.

Another blast of very hot weather is on the way for the Channel Islands.

Lyndon Farnham has been appointed Jersey's Chief Minister and set out his vision for the island.

Advocate Victoria Bell has become the second female Solicitor General of Jersey.

Traffic is expected to start moving slowly through the tunnel again, after a road accident caused significant queues through town.

This year's '30 bays' event has a new name for its tenth anniversary!

Fuel duty will be cut by ten pence a litre in Jersey for the rest of the year, if the States Assembly agrees.

Plans have been submitted for a new duty-free at Elizabeth Terminal.

A mental health awareness initiative called "We See You" is launching the in Channel Islands.

A man found with more than £30,000 worth of hard drugs at his Jersey home has been jailed.

The World Cup excitement is going up a notch in the Channel Islands today, as England and Portugal play for the first time.

A Russian frigate fired small arms warning shots at the private yacht as they passed north east of Alderney.

St Clement Parish Hall has had an energy-efficiency overhaul.

Three people were taken to hospital after a fire in a basement home in St Helier.

Three people have been banned from Jersey and Guernsey FA matches following violence at last month's Muratti.

Jersey's Les Mielles Golf and Country Club has been put up for sale for nearly £10 million.

Gabriel Raimondo, the youngest person to ever be elected to Jersey's parliament, has been chatting to Channel 103's Peter Mac...

Jersey's next Children's Minister is being urged to tackle the subject of whether to introduce a ban on social media for under-16s 'on day one'.

A teenage guitarist is celebrating winning the Jersey Contemporary Musician competition.

A Jersey childhood advocate and play champion says the UK banning under-16s from major social media apps will protect children and prolong their childhood.

An issue with air conditioning at Jersey's General Hospital, which meant some operating theatres had to close, has been fixed.

Meet the latest animal additions to Jersey Zoo...

Sandy Park is now officially the responsibility of the Parish of Grouville.

Jason Wyse and Mike Haden have been recognised in the 2026 King's Birthday Honours List.

Less than a third of people who are registered to vote in Jersey turned out for last week's election.

Jersey's Chief Minister has spoken to Channel 103 about forming his new team, after newly-elected States Members were sworn in to office at the Royal Court.

A 36 year old man has been found guilty of sexually abusing a young child.

Healthcare campaigners were in Jersey's Royal Square to highlight to new States Members the shortcomings in local services.

A UK Government programme to offer the meningitis B vaccine to Year 13 pupils, and those under 25 starting university this autumn, will be extended to Jersey.

Lyndon Farnham will remain Jersey’s Chief Minister, after being the only candidate to put themselves forward.

Traffic has been brought to a standstill in central St Helier because of emergency roadworks on Stopford Road.

The 78-year-old woman who died after a crash in St Brelade has been named by police.

It's hoped Sandy Park in Grouville will be under parish control and reopen by the start of the school summer holidays.

A new gorilla has moved into Jersey Zoo, the first to join the existing troop in 15 years.

A Jersey couple has donated £1 million toward a campaign to build a pioneering medical research centre in Southampton.

Police and support services are working together to raise awareness and help victims of domestic abuse during the World Cup.

Money that was sitting unclaimed in dormant Co-op share accounts is being given to community projects in the Channel Islands.

Jersey has come together to try and save a woman's wedding, after three of her bridesmaids dresses were destroyed in a fire.

All-boys schools Victoria College might start taking girls at sixth form/

Jersey's firefighters have been testing their rescue skills in an unusual place... the old soft play area at Fort Regent.

The island has elected 22 women to the States Assembly, more than ever before.

The election recount for deputies in St Helier is complete - and the results stay the same.

Guernsey taxpayers have given inter-islands ferry service Islands Unlimited a £75,000 grant

There's a warning that 'insults and inflammatory remarks' seen in this year's election campaign could deter people from standing in future elections.

Talks have begun in earnest behind the scenes, to decide Jersey's next Chief Minister.

Four people were led to safety from flats above a shop fire on Beresford Street.

A shark has died after twice washing up at Greve D'Azette beach.

A 78 year old woman has died following a road collision in St Brelade.

Channel 103 has been digesting the election results, and getting reaction. Here's our summary so far.

After 12 years, Sam Mézec has lost his seat in the States Assembly - losing out on a role as Senator.

Jersey's senators and Constables have been elected. Most deputies have been chosen too...

Election day has arrived in Jersey, with polling stations open across the island until 8pm.

Jersey Bulls has confirmed that Springfield Stadium will host two pre-season friendlies this summer, despite ongoing work to redevelop the stadium.

The government says the contract has been signed to start building the new hospital at Overdale.

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Jersey born actor James Wilkinson, who fell in love with drama in a school play and amateur productions at the Arts Centre and Opera House, is now staring in a Hollywood blockbuster.

A weekend of celebrations is being held to mark 50 years of St Lawrence Youth Club!

More people have voted early in person than in the 2022 election, but there have been fewer advance ballots cast overall.

Lottery funding will pay for a 'fix the defibs' project, to map and maintain Jersey's life-saving heart-starting machines.

A Jersey school for secondary-aged children with special education needs has been rebranded.

The President of Jersey's Chamber of Commerce says he's decided to step down, amid backlash over a personal donation he made 18 months ago.

Islanders are being warned that sharing misleading or attacking information about election candidates, groups or parties could mean a referral to the police, or a civil law case.

The ‘Automated Medication Dispensers Project' is backed by funding from Impact Jersey.

Jersey's government wants islanders' input on the plans to phase out petrol and diesel cars.