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Jersey families invited to claim up to £150 school support payment
A new financial support scheme is now open for Jersey households to help cover the rising cost of preparing children for the upcoming school year.
Jun 171 min read
St Ouen’s Bay golf club hits market with £9.95m price tag after six decades of family ownership
A long-established coastal golf and country club in Jersey has been placed on the market with an asking price of £9.95 million.
Jun 161 min read
Jersey Children’s Commissioner Questions UK Under-16 Social Media Ban
The UK government’s plan to ban social media use for under-16s has been criticised as “disappointing” by the Office of the Children’s Commissioner for Jersey (OCCJ), which argues the move will not effectively shield children from online harm.
Jun 162 min read
Jersey Hospital Operations Resume After Heatwave Air Conditioning Failures
Operations have returned to normal at Jersey Hospital after record-breaking May temperatures caused failures in parts of the facility’s air conditioning system.
Jun 151 min read
Jersey Zoo welcomes two adorable new capybara arrivals
Visitors at Jersey Zoo have two new reasons to celebrate after the arrival of a pair of baby capybaras.
Jun 151 min read
Fireman Sam-inspired number plate J999 sells for £39,500 at Jersey auction
A Jersey vehicle registration plate linked to the popular children’s TV show Fireman Sam has sold at auction for £39,500.
Jun 151 min read
New Exhibition Brings Jersey’s Farming Heritage from Field to Fork
A new exhibition exploring Jersey’s long connection with farming, food production and rural traditions is opening to the public this weekend.
Jun 131 min read
Jersey’s new States Assembly members set for official swearing-in ceremony
Jersey’s newly elected members of the States Assembly are preparing to formally take up their positions following Sunday’s election results. Those who secured seats in the poll have been instructed to report to the Royal Court at 09:30 BST, where each will be required to swear an oath of office as part of the official inauguration process. At the same time, outgoing members who were not re-elected will formally step down, marking the end of their tenure in the island’s parlia
Jun 121 min read
Jersey Set for Spectacular Weekend of Endurance Sport
Jersey is set to welcome athletes and visitors from around the world this September as three major endurance events come together for a packed weekend of sport across the island.
Jun 113 min read
Jersey woman, 78, named after fatal St Brelade road crash
A 78-year-old woman who died following a collision in Jersey has been named locally as Linda O’Brien, who was known as Margaret.
Jun 111 min read
Jersey Zoo welcomes new gorilla after 15 years in boost for breeding programme
Jersey Zoo has welcomed its first new gorilla in 15 years following the opening of its newly built gorilla house, marking a significant moment for the island’s wildlife conservation efforts.
Jun 112 min read
Jersey comes alive with Portuguese culture as Portugal Day draws crowds
Crowds gathered in Jersey to mark Portugal Day, with a vibrant celebration featuring traditional food, music and dancing. The event was organised by Project Luso, a research and community group dedicated to promoting Portuguese culture and sharing it more widely across the island. According to the 2021 census, around one in ten people in Jersey have Portuguese or Madeiran heritage, highlighting the strong cultural ties reflected in the celebration. Held on Wednesday at Cyril
Jun 112 min read
Jersey Donors Give £1m Boost to Groundbreaking Medical Research Centre
A Jersey couple have made a £1 million donation towards the creation of a pioneering medical research institute aimed at accelerating the development of treatments for some of the world's most serious diseases.
Jun 112 min read
Authorities Urge Domestic Abuse Victims to Seek Support During World Cup
Police and support organisations in Jersey and Guernsey are encouraging anyone affected by domestic abuse to seek help during this summer's FIFA World Cup, amid concerns that major sporting events can coincide with an increase in incidents. The States of Jersey Police said officers would work closely with Jersey Domestic Abuse Support (JDAS) throughout the tournament, which begins on 11 June and concludes on 19 July across the United States, Mexico and Canada. The force said
Jun 112 min read
Delay Continues Over Transfer of Gorey Seafront Play Park
An apology has been issued to islanders as the process of transferring ownership of a popular seafront play park in Gorey continues to face delays.
Jun 102 min read
Fire crews turn closed Fort Regent play zone into training ground
Firefighters in Jersey have been sharpening their rescue techniques in an unexpected setting — the former children’s soft play centre at Fort Regent.
Jun 101 min read
Community Projects Awarded Funding Through CI Coop Impact Scheme
A range of environmental, accessibility and heritage initiatives across Jersey and Guernsey have secured financial backing through the Channel Islands Coop's Community Impact Fund.
Jun 102 min read
Victoria College considers admitting girls to sixth form in co-education move
An all-boys school in Jersey is consulting parents on proposals that could see girls admitted to its sixth form in a move aimed at creating what leaders describe as a “more representative social environment”.
Jun 102 min read
Safety concerns raised over absence of lifeguards at Havre des Pas bathing pool
Concerns are mounting within Jersey’s swimming community after it emerged that no dedicated lifeguard provision is included in the new operating lease for the Havre des Pas bathing pool.
Jun 92 min read
Plans Submitted to Expand St Peter M&S Store and Improve Local Amenities
The M&S Simply Food store in St Peter could nearly double its retail space under new plans submitted for approval.
Jun 91 min read
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