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The Channel Islands has recorded its hottest May day for the third consecutive day, with temperatures continuing to climb across Jersey and Guernsey.

Jersey is preparing for a burst of summer heat over the late May bank holiday weekend, with forecasters predicting temperatures could climb into the low 30s.

The newly revived version of Bergerac is heading to BBC screens this summer, with viewers also able to revisit episodes of the original classic series. The updated drama, produced by UKTV, reimagines the much-loved detective show that was filmed in Jersey and originally aired for nine seasons from 1981 to 1991. Actor Damien Molony has stepped into the lead role made famous in the original series. The second season of the reboot premiered in April, and speaking at the launch,

Islanders are being urged to take greater care when disposing of disposable barbecues after a bin fire broke out in St Ouen last weekend. The States of Jersey Fire and Rescue Service (SJFRS) says incidents like this occur every year, often caused by barbecues that are still hot being left on beaches or thrown into bins. Officials stressed that such fires are entirely preventable but continue to pose risks to people, property, and the environment. Firefighters are now remindin

A major redevelopment of Fort Regent could see a new multi-use arena, bowling alley and six-screen cinema open by 2029, subject to planning approval and funding, government officials have confirmed.

Travellers from Jersey will be able to visit Bordeaux - often dubbed “The Sleeping Beauty” thanks to new direct summer flights launching in June.

Plans to transform Coronation Park Playing Fields have been approved, with work expected to be completed this summer.

Islanders are being invited to view revised proposals for the future of Fort Regent at a public exhibition later this month. The Government of Jersey, alongside the States of Jersey Development Company (SoJDC), will present the updated designs at the Pomme d'Or Hotel on 14 April at 17:30. The latest plans follow extensive public consultation. An independent survey in 2021 gathered feedback from more than 2,500 people, while a further consultation last year attracted responses