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Electric car confirmed as involved in Craig's Motors fire
It has been confirmed that an electric car was involved in the fire at a Guernsey garage yesterday, but the cause of the blaze has not yet been identified.
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WATCH: RAF helicopter flies into Guernsey
The sound of a Chinook helicopter reverberated along Guernsey's west coast as the RAF practised a medivac airlift.
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WATCH: Fire at garage near Guernsey's Vale Church
A fire broke out at Craig's Motors early on Thursday evening and the emergency services will reassess the scene today, 30 August.
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Guernsey's newest regatta promises free family fun
The Havelet Regatta is into its second year and organisers say entry for virtually all the events will be free.
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Guernsey's lifeboat tows yacht taking on water
Guernsey's maritime emergency services were involved in a multi-agency rescue late on Tuesday night (27 August).
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Guernsey's Maya is Manchester United Captain
After just two years with the club 22 year old Maya Le Tissier becomes its leader.
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Opening of Guernsey's new Critical Care Unit delayed until early 2025
The new Critical Care Unit at Guernsey's Princess Elizabeth Hospital won't be ready until early next year.
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£1.75M upgrade to Trinity Centre approved
St Peter Port's Trinity Church Centre will become a three-storey modern building, taking over neighbouring Henry's Yard, right next door to Island FM's new studios.
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New ATR flies in from Madrid to Guernsey for Aurigny
The 72 seater aircraft has been 'wet leased' by Aurigny to replace the Jump Air aircraft that is no longer being used by Guernsey's airline.
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Investigation opened into 'serious incident' with flight chartered by Aurigny
The body that reviews aviation incidents has opened an investigation into what it terms a "serious incident" with one of the planes chartered by Aurigny earlier this month.
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"Donkeycorn" volunteers needed for Guernsey's Pride Parade
LGBTQ+ Charity Liberate is looking for 50 volunteers to take part in the Channel Islands Pride Parade, that will make it way through St Peter Port in style this September.
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Guernsey police officers to be given one-off £5,000 payment
Home Affairs says they want to reward Guernsey Police who have worked extra overtime, as the force remains understaffed.
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'Harbour Hoover' installed to clean Guernsey marina's waters
A floating bin has been installed in the Victoria Marina to collect rubbish and protect the island’s marine environment.
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Channel Islanders more likely to have cancers linked to alcohol, smoking and the sun
People in Jersey and Guernsey have higher rates of skin cancer and head and throat cancer, which is linked to their lifestyles, than their English counterparts, according to a newly published report.
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Guernsey's airline Aurigny delays and cancels more flights
One day after being told by the States, which entirely owns Aurigny, that its service was unacceptable, a tech issue with its latest ATR causes more problems for passengers.
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Footballers face each other in new British islands womens' tournament
Jersey and Guernsey meet in the inaugural Cherry Godfrey Cup - a new British islands women's football tournament.
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Guernsey students achieve better GCSE results than English pupils
This year's Bailiwick average pass rate is 69.8%, which is slightly higher than the UK's 67.4%.
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Inspection for Alderney airport control tower
Rust debris has begun falling from the structure, meaning passengers are using an alternative entrance to the terminal building.
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Changes recommended to the way Guernsey's States manages big spending projects
In the wake of the multi-million pound PEH cost escalation not being communicated to politicians for many months, a review recommends civil servants are trained to oversee costly projects.
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Sea rescues prompt safety warning from Guernsey Coastguard
Islanders are being advised to be extra careful in the current spring tides and swell, after emergency services attended two incidents along the west coast.
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St Malo port overhaul gets the go head
Work is set to start next year on a 150 million euro revamp of St Malo port.
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Guernsey's airline confident in its staff, management and operation
Aurigny responds to recent delays, cancellations and criticism from passengers, saying 'this is part of the reality of a small island airline'.
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Guernsey Dairy wins Great Taste Awards
Ten Guernsey Dairy products have received global recognition in the 2024 Great Taste Awards.
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Guernsey Airport closes as an Aurigny flight is moments away from landing
A screen grab of Flight Radar 24 shows the States-owned aircraft approaching the States-owned airport before having to climb and divert back to Exeter.
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Jersey's mail plane ceased one year ago and now Guernsey is in danger of losing its link
Guernsey Post is in talks with its two big customers, Funky Pigeon and Moonpig, to try to keep the mail plane.
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Stones rock Guernsey 60th anniversary
Evergreen pop band the Rolling Stones played three gigs in Guernsey exactly six decades ago.
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Deputies in Guernsey to decide on Sure buying Airtel
The States Assembly will be asked to approve to a 'specific and time limited exemption' to Guernsey's competition law to enable the purchase to go ahead.
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Guernsey petrol forecourt to close permanently
The Rubis station at the M&S in St Martin's will close at the end of August.
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Tech and weather issues for Guernsey's airline, Aurigny
A combination of mechanical problems with two regional aircraft and a spate of fog and poor visibility cancel or delay flights.
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Guernsey's A-Level students achieve 'high' pass rates
The Bailiwick's A-Level students have pipped English pupils to the post in their A level results.
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CI Ferry tender 'on schedule'
We're told the process for awarding a new contract 'remains on schedule', as news of a third bidder has emerged.
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Services for Guernsey youngsters with autism face funding shortfall
Autism Guernsey has failed to secure a Children in Need grant for 2025 and it relies on this to provide services for 130 island youngsters and their families.
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Guernsey people asked how to prevent age discrimination
Social Security says it plans to have a policy letter that outlaws age discrimination before the Assembly ahead of the next election.
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40km charity swim from Guernsey to Alderney
Jacques McEneaney is rasing money for a local healthcare provider, by taking on his most extreme sea swimming challenge yet.
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Spitfire flypast over Alderney
A Spitfire performed a flypast over Alderney to mark 80 years since a German gun battery was shelled by a British battleship.
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Northern Lights and meteor shower dazzle Channel Island sky-gazers
There was a treat for star-gazers overnight, as the Northern Lights were visible in our skies for the second time this year.
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Aurigny warns Guernsey passengers of the potential for more delays
Aurigny says two leased aircraft are undergoing maintenance following recent tech issues.
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Guernsey biker sustains 'life-changing injuries' in Cornwall crash
A Guernsey man and woman are receiving hospital treatment after a crash at Trelill, Bodmin.
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Royal visitor for crews taking part in Guernsey to Poole yacht race
The Duchess of Edinburgh is patron of the Association of Sailing Training Organisations, whose vessels are moored in St Peter Port.
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More listeners, listening for longer: Island FM sees big jumps in new RAJAR figures
The latest radio listening figures show Guernsey’s Island FM grow average listening hours by a huge 46% compared to last quarter.
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Island Games Road Closures Publicised
Island Games volunteers will hand out leaflets to residents who live on the cycling and triathlon routes to help them plan ahead to July.
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P&R To Ask Approval for £500M Loan
Policy & Resources seeks support for plan to fund the financial response to the coronavirus economic impact.
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Deputy Graham issues response to letter from concerned parents
Deputy Richard Graham has responded to an open letter written by two parents concerned with the future of Guernsey's education system.
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Advice To Boatowners To Be Prepared
The Guernsey Coastguard has issued advice to all boatowners after two incidents yesterday.
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Three Amendments To Transforming Education
The Policy and Resources Committee has released three amendments to the 'Transforming Education' letter from ESC.
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Le Grand Bouet closing for 5 weeks
Le Grand Bouet is due to shut for 5 weeks from September 3rd.
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Child sex crimes rise in Guernsey
An investigation by the NSPCC has found the number of sex crimes against children in Guernsey has risen in the last year.
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New school, new name, new uniform
Education, Sport, and Culture have announced the name of the new school, its colleges, and its uniform.
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Former Home Affairs deputies open fire on controversial report
Two deputies who stood down from the Home Affairs committee in the wake of a critical report have responded robustly in the States.
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New Inshore Lifeboat For Guernsey
A new inshore lifeboat is now operating in Guernsey.
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Top Four Finish For Guernsey At Island Games
Guernsey's finished fourth at this year's Island Games in Gibraltar.
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ESC publish draft policy letter on future of education
The Committee for Education, Sport, and Culture have released a draft policy letter relating to the future school plans.
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Security incident at Guernsey Airport delays flights
Guernsey Airport felt the effects of a low level security incident on Tuesday evening, which saw six flights delayed and the departure lounge emptied and re-screened.
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Registration opens for 2019 Skipton Swimarathon
Registration is now open for the 2019 Skipton Swimarathon.
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Premier Inn coming to Guernsey
Plans have been announced for a new Premier Inn hotel at Admiral Park.
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Les Mis composer to give masterclass
Les Misérables composer Claude-Michel Schönberg will host a masterclass for local students on 28th June during his visit to Guernsey.
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Asian Hornets ‘Here To Stay’
The States’ strategy to counter the threat of Asian Hornets in the Bailiwick will be that of ‘containment’ according to a leading expert.
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Airport security delays 'completely unacceptable' says Deputy Peter Ferbrache
Deputy Peter Ferbrache has been explaining why there have been long queues for people going through security at Guernsey Airport.
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Update In Trial Of Man Accused Of Murdering Sarah Groves
The Sarah Groves murder trial recommenced yesterday.
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IOD June Breakfast Features Guernsey Chief Exec
The IoD’s June breakfast this week will feature Paul Whitfield, the Chief Executive of the States of Guernsey.