Jersey Fire and Rescue say they've brought a field fire under control in St Peter.
Jersey Fire and Rescue attended the scene just after 5pm after smoke was seen billowing across the western parishes.
15 firefighters and three fire trucks are still on scene to dampen down the area and make it safe. There were concerns that it could spread to nearby properties.
Rue du Craslin is still closed and islanders are asked to avoid the area to maintain social distancing.
Political candidates asked to commit to 20 pledges for island sport
The Jersey Sports Council is asking political candidates to commit to a 'Manifesto For Sport.'
The Channel Islands are officially in meteorological drought
Just over halfway through the spring, no rain has fallen on the islands for 20 days.
Tourism rule changes remove red tape for hotels and other accommodation
Outdated rules for Jersey hotels, guest houses and campsites have been replaced to give accommodation providers more freedom to modernise.
Heroin importer jailed
A man from Birmingham has been sentenced today (23 April) in Jersey's Royal Court to four and a half years in prison for the importation of heroin with a street value of £9,000.
Extra Portsmouth sailings to clear backlog of stranded passengers
There is relief for people trying to get to the UK by boat, with a first sailing to Portsmouth since Sunday night expected to leave tonight (23 April).
Islanders asked for views on body image and masculinity
Surveys are asking about attitudes in the Channel Islands toward masculinity, gender discrimination and body image.
DFDS adds Poole sailing to get stranded islanders to Jersey
The sailing from Poole tomorrow will be the first UK passenger sailing this week.
Long-term lease secures Blue Note's future for Jersey's live music scene
Blue Note has reopened following its refurbishment as the tenants sign a new long‑term lease.
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