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Jersey athlete, Lily McGarry, appeals for donations for prosthetic limbs
A 23-year-old runner, surfer, swimmer and medical student who lost all her limbs due to meningococcal septicaemia, is looking for advanced prosthetics so she can continue her hobbies.
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Levante Jet makes maiden voyage to Jersey
DFDS' Levante Jet has made its maiden voyage to Jersey from Poole.
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The split between working and non-working Jersey homeless is nearly 50/50
A report into Jersey homelessness in the last quarter of 2024 has revealed that 28% of people were recorded as being employed.
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ArtHouse Jersey launches Liberation 80 exhibition
ArtHouse Jersey's commemorative exhibition will remember Jersey deportees who were sent to a prison camp in a town called Wurzach.
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Carers offered free training sessions for dementia
Jersey carers are being offered a free training programme for looking after islanders with dementia.
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Firefighters save two islanders from serious St Peter car crash
Two islanders have escaped a serious car crash in St Peter's Valley with minor injuries.
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New Channel Islands catamaran tests well in choppy seas
Islands Unlimited has been testing its 316 seater catamaran in moderate to rough seas off Malta.
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Jersey-born artist's work exhibited in the British Museum
A Jersey artist has achieved one of the highest accolades in the art world.
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Jersey Hospice opens new chairty shop out east
The Hospice Shop East, in Grouville, opens this weekend and has attracted a UK creator and second-hand fashion stylist.
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FIRST LOOK: New Parade Gardens playgrounds open two weeks early
The new playgrounds at Parade Gardens are now open for children of all ages to play on.
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Bournemouth on the cards for 2026
It will be easier for islanders to get to Bournemouth in 2026, with direct flights launching next summer.
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Tarifa Jet returns to Jersey
DFDS' Tarifa Jet is returning to Jersey before it reattempts its St Malo route.
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Record low starling sightings in the Channel Islands
Fewer of our common, feathery friends are being spotted in British gardens.
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Jersey among worst OECD countries for drinking alcohol
Jersey is the 13th worst in the world, out of the OECD countries, for alcohol consumption, putting us on par with France and Russia.
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Former Jersey priest found guilty of gross indecency with a child
A former clergy member has been found guilty of gross indecency with a child.
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A 'Tiny Seed' and her Dad raise money for Tiny Seeds
Jersey physiotherapist, Adam, is tackling the London Marathon, and his daughter, Nina, is taking on the '1 in 6' Tiny Seeds challenge.
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Health Minister to be publicly questioned on women's health and wellbeing services
A scrutiny panel will question Health Minister Tom Binet on women's health and wellbeing services, and islanders are also invited to attend and submit their questions and experiences.
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Macmillan Jersey to attempt a World Record with the help of islanders
Macmillan Jersey will hold The Macarenathon - no, that's not a typo - trying to break the Guinness World Record for the most amount of people dancing the Macarena at any one time.
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UPDATE: Clarence Road junction will close for 12-months
The Clarence Road junction in St Helier will be closed to traffic during school drop-off times to make it safer for commuters and children.
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Jersey GP becomes the first to give free appointments to patients
A Jersey medical practice becomes the first in the island to permanently give its patients, and 1,000 new ones, free GP appointments.
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Families affected by terminal illness to have easier access to income support
The Minister for Social Security wants to cut down on bureaucracy, getting people help in a 'much quicker and efficient way'.
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New water therapy based on tai-chi offered by Jersey Health and Care
Ai Chi was first developed in Japan, and borrows elements from martial art Tai Chi. It uses breathing techniques and progressive resistance training in water.
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Islander saved from 'smoke-filled flat' after smoke alarm alerts neighbours
Two firefighters saved a woman from a 'smoke-filled flat' caused by unattended cooking.
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Jersey motorist involved in two crashes near Bonne Nuit
Police are looking for witnesses after a Jersey motorist was involved in a two-vehicle collision and then with a stop sign.
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Jersey Sport performance grants to get islanders to podiums
The Performance Sport Programme for 2025 will support talented athletes that have the potential to reach the top level of their sport.
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Progress is being made on Europe's 'most modern' gorilla house
Jersey Zoo is set to be home to Europe's most modern gorilla house, with Durrell showing off the latest progress.
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Channel Islands allergy campaigner joins UK food safety group
Dominic Jones has joined a strategy group to help inform the UK Government on challenges faced by people suffering from food allergies.
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Jersey girls bring home gold in gymnastics
Six young gymnasts have secured a whopping 14 medals, competing against clubs from across the UK.
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Jersey gives £300,000 to Myanmar's earthquake relief efforts
Jersey Overseas Aid is giving £100,000 to three charities that are helping with relief efforts in Myanmar.
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Artwork revealed made from the wishes of over 200 islanders
Two Jersey artists have created new public artwork inspired by childhood memories of throwing a coin in the fountain and making a wish.
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Civil Service recruitment freeze extended
The recruitment freeze in Jersey's civil service has been widened, lasting for longer and covering more roles.
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Industry rumours of Bergerac second series
It seems talk of a second series of Bergerac is premature, with UKTV telling Channel 103 there is no news yet on the show's recommissioning.
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DFDS brings in replacement ship for Portsmouth sailings
DFDS has brought in a replacement vessel on the Jersey-Portsmouth route, the Cote D'Albatre.
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100 days until Orkney Island Games begin
Athletes from Jersey, Guernsey, Alderney and Sark will be among 2,000 heading to Orkney this July for the 2025 Island Games.
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£200k padel facility coming to Les Ormes in May
Padel courts will open at Les Ormes this summer, part-funded by public money from government grants to boost economic growth.
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Two islanders trapped in a lift rescued from sixth-floor fire on the Esplanade
Two islanders have been saved after being trapped in a lift during a sixth-floor office building fire at 37 Esplanade.
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Jersey Opera House opening show announced
Liberation Day concerts will be the first performances in more than five years at the newly-refurbished Jersey Opera House.
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Rooftop bar, climbing wall and concert hall in £110m Fort Regent plans
Ambitious £110 million plans have been unveiled to transform Fort Regent into all-weather family leisure and entertainment venue by the end of 2028.
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European visitors now need permit for UK entry
European nationals now have to get an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) if they want to visit the UK or are travelling on to the Channel Islands via the UK.
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3m tall substation and bin store proposed for Gorey promenade
An almost three metre tall and 11 metre wide shed could be built along the promenade at Gorey to house an electrical substation and bin store.
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Islanders can catch some winter sun with direct flights from Jersey to Tenerife
Islanders can now buy direct winter flights from Jersey to the Canary Islands.
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Islands share De Putron Challenge glory
There were winners from both Jersey and Guernsey in the finals of the 2025 de Putron Challenge.
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Jersey's next general election will be held on a Sunday
Jersey's next general election will be held on Sunday 7 June 2026.
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More schedule changes for Jersey to St Malo ferries
DFDS has made more changes to its sailings as the Easter getaway begins, because its fast ferry Tarifa Jet is still not ready for service.
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Indefinite treatment order for man who stabbed shop manager
A shop worker in Jersey who repeatedly stabbed his manager in a ‘shocking and unprovoked’ attack will be detained indefinitely under a mental health treatment order.
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55 week wait for child autism and ADHD assessments
An increase in demand for ADHD and autism assessments pushed the average waiting time to over a year in 2024.
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Lifeguards return to Jersey beaches ready for summer
As the Easter school holidays approach, and more fine weather is forecast, RNLI lifesavers prepare for a busy period.
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Workers in Jersey must be paid at least £13 an hour
Jersey's minimum wage has risen to £13 an hour from today (1 April).
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Pubs and nightclubs open later for Liberation 80
The Bailiff is allowing pubs, bars and nightclubs to stay open longer on 9 May to celebrate Liberation 80.
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Jersey teen with autism and epilepsy to tackle 150 miles for charity
Ocean Brown, who lives with autism and epilepsy, is challenging herself to run and walk 150 miles in April to raise £500 for charity.
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Jersey company keen to exploit CI wind potential
Dyna Energy is eyeing with interest the moves by Guernsey and Jersey to develop offshore wind farms.