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Firefighters called to block of flats after gas BBQ catches fire
Firefighters were called out to a block of flats in St Helier last night, after a gas barbecue caught fire on a balcony.
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Worries over loss of Style Group
There is deep concern about the impact of the closure of a major Jersey construction company.
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Jersey set for another heatwave
Jersey could be set for another heatwave, and what could be the longest hot spell so far this year.
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Jersey students celebrate 'record-breaking' A Level results
Pupils across Jersey are receiving their A Level results and have beaten their UK counterparts this year.
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Chamber concerned by wait for DFDS winter schedule
We're told DFDS is set to publish its winter sailing schedule for Jersey early next week.
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Yoga, ballet and sunset DJ sessions with a bubble backdrop
Free yoga, ballet, art classes, and bubble play will accompany the bubble art coming to St Helier.
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St Brelade children are most active, St Helier kids get the least sleep
For the first time ever, a survey answered by school children across Jersey has been broken down by parish - revealing more about the lives of our young people depending on where they live.
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St Brelade M&S to be converted to Foodhall
M&S in St Brelade is set to become a Foodhall.
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Three swimmers rescued from sea at Green Island
Three people were rescued from the sea at Green Island on Tuesday evening (12 August).
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Trainee minimum wage reintroduced
A trainee minimum wage rate has been reintroduced in Jersey following pressure from local businesses.
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EV charger grants doubled to £700
Jersey's government has doubled the amount available in a grant to install an electric vehicle charger at your home or business.
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Vulnerable Prisoner Unit hit max capacity last year
The unit for vulnerable prisoners at HMP La Moye has had to be extended because it was full at the end of 2024.
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What will Battle of Flowers 2026 look like?
Battle of Flowers organisers are taking on feedback that this year had more of a 'community feel' as they consider the future of the summer parade and start planning for 2026.
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10% increase in violence against women and girls cases in 2024
Jersey Police investigated 58 complaints of rape and serious sexual offences last year, with its annual report showing a 10% rise in incidents involving violence against women and girls.
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Quantum Building Supplies announced as headline sponsors of 2025 Jersey Customer Service Awards
The organisers of the Jersey Customer Service Awards are delighted to welcome Quantum Building Supplies in Jersey as the joint headline sponsors for the 2025 event.
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'Grow Our Park' campaigners rally support
A campaign group is pushing for the Millennium Town Park to be extended, and for people who support them to lobby their local politician.
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Neurodiverse singer Sophie-Maude uses music to share her experiences
A 21-year-old recording artist from New Zealand is working with Autism Jersey and ADHD Jersey to give a voice to people who are neurodiverse.
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Further work planned to stabilise St Catherine's slip and breakwater
Plans are being submitted to stabilise the slipway at St Catherine's breakwater.
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PICTURES: Battle of Flowers weekend
Thousands of people have enjoyed this year’s Battle of Flowers parades in town.
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Car overturned in Sion
A car has flipped on La Grande Route de St Jean.
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Gavin Roberts admits £700k deception
Former restaurateur and convicted rapist Gavin Roberts has admitted fraud and forgery.
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£8 million Oakfield sports centre to open in October
Jersey's new £8 million Oakfield sports facility is set to open in October and is being described as a 'landmark investment in the future of island sport.'
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Some elective medical procedures at risk under Health savings review
Some routine elective medical procedures and treatments in Jersey could be withdrawn as the Health department looks to make more savings.
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Water warning repeated as warm, dry weather continues
As our dry summer continues, and with repeated warnings over reservoir levels, Jersey Water says it's expecting islanders will use 160 million litres during next week's warm weather.
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Lower regulatory limit for PFAS should be set for Jersey, report says
The Government has been told it should set a new, lower regulatory limit for PFAS levels in mains drinking water in Jersey.
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Lily McGarry 'feeling a lot stronger' as she prepares for move to rehab centre
Channel 103 has caught up with Lily McGarry and her friend Julia, who is hosting a concert this evening (7 August) to continue fundraising for Lily's ongoing care.
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Firefighters save spaniel from water at Tesson Mill
A lively Springer Spaniel had to be rescued by firefighters after chasing ducks into the water at Tesson Mill.
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Secret allied plans to liberate Channel Islands to be auctioned
The blueprint for 'Operation Nestegg' was found in a cardboard box at a UK auctioneers.
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Termination of Daisy Bus contract 'will not impact Jersey patients'
The termination of a contract for a bus service which transfers Channel Island cancer patients to Southampton Hospital ‘will not impact Jersey patients’, Health and Care Jersey has said.
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Fore a good cause! Golf every course, then lose the hair
Mark Tostevin will tee off at 4am on Friday 6 September, and will play ever golf course on the island in a single day.
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Future Battle of Flowers grants to be reduced
Funding for future Battle of Flowers parades will be reduced after Jersey's government covered last year's debts.
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Plans for hotel, spa and conference centre at Strive in St Peter
Plans have been submitted for a 179-room hotel with a spa, pool and conference centre in St Peter, near Jersey airport.
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Food law changes include licensing and allergen labelling rules
The government is asking for feedback on planned updates to Jersey's food safety rules to match UK and EU standards.
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'Borrow a bucket' toys not being returned, but Jersey gets behind plea to restock boxes
'Borrow a bucket' - which provides free-to-use beach toys for islanders and holidaymakers on an honesty basis - has found stocks depleted this summer.
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Direct flights from Channel Islands to Belgium this Christmas
Islanders can hop on a flight to Ostend and then a coach to Bruges this December.
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Four-fold increase in number of Asian hornet nests found in Jersey
Asian hornet tracking groups say they feel under strain as the number of nests found in Jersey has more than quadrupled on this time 12 months ago.
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One person dead in St Helier fire
A man in his sixties has died in a house fire in St Helier.
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£80m per year plan to invest in Jersey's infrastructure
Major investments are to come in the supply of affordable homes, the relocation of Highlands College, PFAS treatment, and preparing for the 2035 Island Games.
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Grenfell Tower guidance included in Jersey's new fire safety regulations for flats
Jersey's government wants to adopt some of the recommendations made in the Grenfell Tower Phase One report to improve the fire safety of tall blocks of flats.
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Man taken to hospital with serious injuries after assault in St Helier
Police are re-appealing for information regarding an assault in St Helier on the night of Thursday 31 July.
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You 'otter' have a look at Jersey's Zoo's new residents!
Jersey Zoo have welcomed two new arrivals this week; giant otters Alexandra and Fia.
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Multi-agency rope rescue at Grosnez
Jersey Fire and Rescue were called to an incident at Grosnez, after someone became stuck on the rocks near the headland.
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Jersey businessman sentenced for importing more than 5,500 Class A pills
A man has been arrested after more than 5,500 ecstasy and psychedelic pills were discovered in a parcel from Germany, with a street value of £167,000.
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Police seek witnesses of alleged attack that left victim with concussion
The victim is believed to have suffered a concussion as a result of punches to the head.
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Firefighters called to blaze near Holme Grown
Jersey Fire and Rescue is dealing with a fire in Grouville near Holme Grown.
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Jersey to turn pink for breast cancer awareness
This October, ABC Jersey is inviting Islanders and local businesses to join in the Pink Window Parade.
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University College Jersey opens first Masters Degree
University College Jersey has announced its first ever masters degree programme - the Master of Research (MRes) in Island Studies.
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The Butterfly Cafe to close its doors
An abuse support organisation in Jersey is closing its cafe.
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Birthday party at Rhona's to celebrate 20 years and £50,000 raised for charities
The much loved Rhona's in Gorey is celebrating its 20th birthday.
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Jersey Sport Performance Pathway athletes have success in Orkney and beyond
Podiums at the Island Games, and Commonwealth Games hopes - Channel 103 caught up with recipients of the Jersey Sport Performance Grant 2025.
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La Folie site to undergo development
One of Jersey’s most iconic harbour buildings, dating back to the 18th Century, will undergo development.
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Cimandis to pull food wholesale operation from the Channel Islands
The Channel Islands' largest food wholesaler is pulling out of both Jersey and the Bailiwick of Guernsey.
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And it's a .......! Sex of baby sloth at Jersey Zoo revealed
It's not often babies need to do a DNA test to determine their gender, but it's not easy when it comes to the Linne's two-toed sloth!