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Suspected Alderney murder: Family issues statement #LocalToGuernsey #GuerseyLocal #GuernseyNews
Suspected Alderney murder: Family issues statement
The family of a woman who died in Alderney have issued a statement. Hannah Benfield (34), nee Cox, was found dead on Monday morning after an overnight search and rescue operation. A 44-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of murder on Monday and rema...
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October 1, 2026 at 10:45 AM
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parkrun founder celebrates the joy of community in Guernsey #LocalToGuernsey #GuerseyLocal #GuernseyNews
parkrun founder celebrates the joy of community in Guernsey
The man responsible for getting hundreds of people out of bed for a run or walk around L’ancresse Common every Saturday has said one of the best things about parkrun is how it means different things to everyone taking part. Paul Sinton Hewitt was a gue...
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May 6, 2026 at 11:45 AM
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Church offers support after murder arrest #LocalToGuernsey #GuerseyLocal #GuernseyNews
Church offers support after murder arrest
Guernsey Police says a woman was found dead at the bottom of cliffs in Alderney on Sunday evening.
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September 29, 2026 at 12:45 PM
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GALLERY: Jersey comes together for Macmillan Coffee Morning #LocalToGuernsey #GuerseyLocal #GuernseyNews
GALLERY: Jersey comes together for Macmillan Coffee Morning
Islanders came together on Friday for Jersey’s Greatest Coffee Morning, raising funds for local people affected by cancer. From coffee and cake to breakfasts and community gatherings, events were held across the island in support of Macmillan Jersey an...
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September 28, 2026 at 10:45 AM
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Russia and Ukraine exchange missile attacks killing at least one, say officials ##LocalToGuernsey ##GuernseyLocal ##GuernseyNews
Russia and Ukraine exchange missile attacks killing at least one, say officials
Moscow claimed it was in response to a Ukrainian strike on Russian soil using American-made weapons.
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January 14, 2025 at 6:00 PM
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Keir Starmer faces calls to give MPs a vote on Waspi women compensation ##LocalToGuernsey ##GuernseyLocal ##GuernseyNews
Keir Starmer faces calls to give MPs a vote on Waspi women compensation
The Prime Minister insisted taxpayers could not afford the £10.5 billion compensation package.
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January 8, 2025 at 12:45 PM
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Call to make public spaces smoke and vape free #LocalToGuernsey #GuerseyLocal #GuernseyNews
Call to make public spaces smoke and vape free
A local businesswoman calls for a ban on vaping in venues and public places in Guernsey.
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October 1, 2026 at 12:45 PM
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If GST is introduced, States say it can go up to 5% within four years #LocalToGuernsey #GuerseyLocal #GuernseyNews
If GST is introduced, States say it can go up to 5% within four years
If the States back the Tax Reform proposals this week, they’ve already agreed that the mooted 3% rate of GST might only last for two years. An amendment lodged by Forward Guernsey members Deputy Gavin St Pier and Deputy Sally Rochester has been approve...
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October 1, 2026 at 12:30 PM
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Pre-loved fashion show fundraiser for Good Companions Club and Autism Jersey #LocalToGuernsey #GuerseyLocal #GuernseyNews
Pre-loved fashion show fundraiser for Good Companions Club and Autism Jersey
Year 12 students from Jersey College for Girls are preparing to take to the catwalk this week as part of a charity fashion show featuring pre-loved and upcycled clothing. The event, taking place at The Good Companions Club in St Clement on Friday 2 Oct...
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October 1, 2026 at 12:15 PM
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Family allowance could be reviewed under plans #LocalToGuernsey #GuerseyLocal #GuernseyNews
Family allowance could be reviewed under plans
A committee says it needs to make difficult decisions about its priorities due to limited resources.
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October 1, 2026 at 12:00 PM
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Successful amendment puts 5% GST on the table #LocalToGuernsey #GuerseyLocal #GuernseyNews
Successful amendment puts 5% GST on the table
Forward Guernsey's proposals are approved by deputies but could still be defeated at a final vote.
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October 1, 2026 at 11:45 AM
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“Support Local, Stronger Together” #LocalToGuernsey #GuerseyLocal #GuernseyNews
“Support Local, Stronger Together”
As everyone waits for the outcome of this week’s debate on tax reform, some business owners are taking it into their own hands to try and boost the local economy and support each other. Alex Argo of Ideal Furnishings came up with an idea earlier this y...
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October 1, 2026 at 11:15 AM
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New director appointed to lead Savills Guernsey residential sales #LocalToGuernsey #GuerseyLocal #GuernseyNews
New director appointed to lead Savills Guernsey residential sales
Property agent Savills has appointed a new director to lead its residential sales team in Guernsey. James Starkey brings a decade of experience advising buyers and sellers across some of the island’s biggest property transactions. He previously worked ...
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October 1, 2026 at 11:00 AM
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Secret cinema: Guernsey Film Fest returns this weekend with ‘top secret’ theme #LocalToGuernsey #GuerseyLocal #GuernseyNews
Secret cinema: Guernsey Film Fest returns this weekend with ‘top secret’ theme
The Guernsey Film Fest returns this weekend with a theme that’s being kept under wraps. The fifth edition of the festival takes place on 3 and 4 October, and its theme is all about the world of secrets. The festival’s official strapline is ‘HUSH HUSH’,...
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October 1, 2026 at 10:30 AM
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READER LETTER: “I know what it feels like to choose between food and heating… so I oppose GST” #LocalToGuernsey #GuerseyLocal #GuernseyNews
READER LETTER: “I know what it feels like to choose between food and heating… so I oppose GST”
Hi, My name is Jordan Bowring and I’d like to share my concerns about GST. I am 20 years old, born and educated locally and grew up in a low income household. I am beyond lucky to be where I am through the generosity and support of everyone around me. ...
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October 1, 2026 at 10:15 AM
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READER LETTER: If Deputy Montague understood what a ‘traitor’ was he’d understand why I said it #LocalToGuernsey #GuerseyLocal #GuernseyNews
READER LETTER: If Deputy Montague understood what a ‘traitor’ was he’d understand why I said it
So Paul Montague thinks calling Deputies “traitors” is wrong, as he made clear to me on the steps today. Now, in fairness, I wasn’t the only person shouting it but, despite having toothache, apparently my voice was the one that managed to reach him! Th...
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October 1, 2026 at 10:00 AM
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Jersey businesses set for simpler rules as government targets international growth #LocalToGuernsey #GuerseyLocal #GuernseyNews
Jersey businesses set for simpler rules as government targets international growth
Jersey businesses will face fewer administrative requirements when raising money and marketing themselves overseas under new changes. The reforms form part of the government’s Time To Win plan to strengthen Jersey’s long-term competitiveness as an inte...
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October 1, 2026 at 9:45 AM
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Jersey Post to start Primark collections for local shoppers #LocalToGuernsey #GuerseyLocal #GuernseyNews
Jersey Post to start Primark collections for local shoppers
Jersey shoppers have long hoped for a Primark to appear on the high street to no avail – but a new scheme will now allow islanders to choose from “thousands” of products. As part of a new click and collect initiative launched by Jersey Post’s ship2me s...
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October 1, 2026 at 9:30 AM
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Island Energy did not have sufficient checks and balances, court hears #LocalToGuernsey #GuerseyLocal #GuernseyNews
Island Energy did not have sufficient checks and balances, court hears
Island Energy did suitable and sufficient systems in place to independently check gas work which had been carried out, a UK safety expert has told the Haut du Mont trial. Martin Wayland said the Island Energy workers carrying out work the day before th...
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October 1, 2026 at 9:15 AM
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Jersey Marathon organisers seek course marshals #LocalToGuernsey #GuerseyLocal #GuernseyNews
Jersey Marathon organisers seek course marshals
Organisers of the Standard Chartered Jersey Marathon are making an urgent appeal for volunteers to help marshal this year’s race. The marathon, which is celebrating its 21st edition, will take place on Sunday 4 October. Organisers said the additional c...
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October 1, 2026 at 9:00 AM
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Jersey Cheshire Home’s 2027 Sri Lanka Trek partners with CI Co-op #LocalToGuernsey #GuerseyLocal #GuernseyNews
Jersey Cheshire Home’s 2027 Sri Lanka Trek partners with CI Co-op
A charity trek scheduled to take place across Sri Lanka from 25 November to 3 December 2027 has bagged the Channel Islands Co-op as its first ever principal partner. The supermarket has committed a £10,000 investment to support the Jersey Cheshire Home...
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October 1, 2026 at 8:45 AM
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Jersey invited to come together for Shelter Trust’s 18th Tinathon #LocalToGuernsey #GuerseyLocal #GuernseyNews
Jersey invited to come together for Shelter Trust’s 18th Tinathon
Islanders are being urged to donate tins and other non-perishable food as the Shelter Trust’s annual Tinathon returns to West’s Centre next month. The 18th annual collection will take place on Friday 9 October from 8am to 2.30pm, ahead of World Homeles...
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October 1, 2026 at 8:30 AM
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GUILLOTINE: P&R sends tax alternatives to the chopping block before allowing democratic debate #LocalToGuernsey #GuerseyLocal #GuernseyNews
GUILLOTINE: P&R sends tax alternatives to the chopping block before allowing democratic debate
For months Policy and Resources (P&R) has been calling for deputies opposed to GST to come up with “credible” alternatives. Many believe they have, with at least seven alternative ways forward on the table and many smaller amendments. Now, at the secon...
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October 1, 2026 at 8:15 AM
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Swimmer rescued near Havre des Pas #LocalToGuernsey #GuerseyLocal #GuernseyNews
Swimmer rescued near Havre des Pas
A man was brought to shore near Havre des Pas yesterday after being found nearly 300 metres from land. The Fire and Rescue Service is reminding Islanders and visitors to take appropriate precautions when swimming at sea, after assisting the swimmer off...
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October 1, 2026 at 8:00 AM
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14-hour days and mouldy accommodation: Bus driver takes aim at States #LocalToGuernsey #GuerseyLocal #GuernseyNews
14-hour days and mouldy accommodation: Bus driver takes aim at States
A Stagecoach bus driver has lifted the lid on what he says it is like to work for the company in Guernsey, amid mounting criticism of the island’s bus service. Writing in the Facebook group ‘Guernsey People Have Your Say’, Michael said drivers were wor...
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October 1, 2026 at 7:45 AM