Teenager in 'critical' condition after crash
Church raises funds for Ana Rebelo's body to be taken home
Dean of Jersey appointed
Driving test for over 70s 'not practical' in Jersey
Condor apologises for Easter delays
Vehicle damage in Guernsey prompts police investigation
Jersey Post to support island cricket until 2019
Updates on 18 April 2017
Rob England
BBC News Online
Tickets are now available for the 72nd anniversary of Liberation Day on Tuesday 9 May, the Bailiff's Chamber has said.
A limited number of free tickets are available from the States building in Royal Square.
The event will begin at 09:35, and a spokesperson has advised seats must be taken by no later than 10:30.
Jersey Evening Post
Tributes have been paid to former States member Harry Baudains, who has died at the age of 83., external
Rob England
BBC News Online
Jersey Trading Standards has recalled a batch of Kit-Kat original milk chocolate bites due to a packaging error, a spokesperson has said.
They say bites were "mispacked" with the peanut butter bites, meaning the peanuts and nuts were not declared on the label.
"This means the product is a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy to nuts and/or peanuts", the spokesperson added.
Nestle UK has been approached for a comment.
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Jersey Evening Post
The ice skating rink is to return to Fort Regent next Christmas, Economic Development has announced., external
Rob England
BBC News Online
Updates on four teenagers injured in a "serious crash" have been released by the States of Jersey.
The 18-year-old driver, who was transferred by air to Southampton's intensive care unit on Monday, is reported to be in a "critical but stable condition".
An 18-year-old passenger, previous described as in a critical condition at Jersey General Hospital, is currently in a "stable and comfortable condition".
The two other passengers, a 17-year-old and an 18-year-old were discharged yesterday.
Chris Stone
BBC Radio Jersey
Senator Alan Maclean has won a debate in a sitting at the States Assembly to delay the debate on how to secure the £466m needed to build a new hospital in Jersey.
The treasury minister told states members he had been in discussion over the weekend about whether having the debate today was advisable.
Mr Maclean said he did not think other members would have had time to read the recent scrutiny review into the question of whether it would be better to pay for the hospital with a loan, or outright from the rainy day fund.
The debate will be held in two weeks time.
Tim Pryor
BBC Sport
A Director of Guernsey FC has thanked fans for their support this season.
More than 800 islanders watched Guernsey FC lose their final home game of the season 4-2 to Dorking Wanderers yesterday.
Despite the loss, they're still guaranteed safety in the 8th tier of English football.
GFC Director Nic Legg has urged fans to continue to voice their support for the side.
Quote MessageYesterday the fans were being realistic. We were playing a team, second in the league, they didn't expect us to win. But they were supportive and stayed in their numbers at the end to show the boys their appreciation.
Nic Legg, Director, Guernsey Football Club
Rob England
BBC News Online
A mother who started an online petition asking shops in Jersey to introduce new trolleys designed to accommodate children with special needs has said she is "delighted" to see them introduced.
Jane Renouf's son is autistic, and she says the trolleys are a "godsend".
Co-operative announced today they had been introduced at Grand Marché, St Helier.
Quote MessageWe’ve already used the new trolleys and we have found them to be a godsend. I’m delighted that The Channel Islands’ Co-operative Society is helping families in this way. The feedback from other parents has also been very positive. These trolleys will benefit children with all sorts of special needs."
Jane Renouf
Jersey Evening Post
Jersey is expected to be in an 'absolute drought' by Thursday morning, Jersey Met Office has confirmed., external
BBC Politics
Theresa May calls for a general election
UK Prime Minister Theresa May has announced plans to call a snap general election on 8 June.
She said Britain needed certainty, stability and strong leadership following the EU referendum.
Explaining the decision, Mrs May said: "The country is coming together but Westminster is not."
There will be a Commons vote on the proposed election on Wednesday - Labour have said they will vote with the government.
Tim Pryor
BBC Sport
Jersey Post has announced it will be supporting island cricket until 2019.
It will see the postal service as the main sponsor of the sport at all major matches locally, and overseas, a spokesperson said.
Image source, BBC SportQuote MessageThe support we are offering Jersey cricket fits perfectly with our desire to support local sport both on and off-island and provides stability for local cricketers pursuing their desires for sporting success. Moreover, it provides on-island residents with a chance to get behind, and show support for our local sportsmen and women as they take their talent, and our island, overseas."
Tim Brown, Chief Executive, Jersey Post
BBC Radio Guernsey
Image source, Getty ImagesThe body representing Guernsey's construction sector is looking to simplify the way it operates in the future.
The industry declined by 6% in 2015, more than any other Guernsey sector.
The Construction Industry Forum is planning to start a voluntary committee following the retirement of its chairman Eric Legg at the end of last year.
Mark Palfrey, a member of another group, the Guernsey Building Trades Employers Association, said the construction sector could do more to speak with a "single voice".
BBC News Channel
UK PM Theresa May announces plan to call snap general election on 8 June.
Rob England
BBC News Online
Shopping trolleys for children with special needs have arrived, a Co-operative spokesperson has said.
The trolleys will be coming to Grand Marché St Helier first, with more on order for Grand Marché St Peter.
Mark Cox, chief operating officer for the island, said the trolleys were ordered to help parents and families when out shopping.
Previously, Jersey mum Jane Renouf, whose son Jayden has autism, started an online campaign, external asking local supermarkets to introduce them.
Image source, Co-operativeNaomi Dunning
BBC Radio Jersey, Reporter
A retired States member says Jersey's government should look for builders outside the UK for the new hospital.
How the hospital will be funded is a topic of discussion at today's States Assembly meeting.
Quote MessageWe know the Germans are very good engineers and builders. Do we a need a Rolls-Royce hospital, or a general purpose hospital of good quality?There's a very big difference.
Phil Rondel, Former States member
In December, after more than three years and a £5m search it was confirmed Jersey's new hospital will be rebuilt on its existing site.
BBC Radio Jersey
St Thomas' Church in Jersey has raised more than £2,000 for the Rebelo family to help them pay to transport Ana Rebelo's body back to Portugal.
The family said it would cost about £6,000.
Ana Reblo was found dead at her home in St Helier earlier this month.
Quote MessageHer mother in the village where she lives is not used to the idea of cremation, and she wanted to have the body of her daughter brought back to the village, and to her care. We understood that and we said we would try to raise the money.
Monsignor Nicholas France, Catholic Dean, Jersey
BBC Radio Guernsey
Changing environmental conditions in Spain may explain a decline in Guernsey's cuckoo population, conservationists say.
The cuckoos are still returning to the island but the numbers have reduced, according to bird expert Jamie Hooper.
He said there has only been a couple of sightings so far this spring.
The birds migrate south in the winter months, but generally come back to Guernsey in March and April.
Mr Hooper said drier conditions on the migratory route through Spain are preventing the birds from refueling in order to make the return journey from their wintering grounds.
Image source, Getty ImagesRob England
BBC News Online
The Reverend Mike Keirle has been named as the new Dean of Jersey.
A spokesperson from the Diocese of Canterbury said: "It is hoped he will take up the position in the coming months."
Jersey Evening Post
The island’s largest ever capital project could take a major step forward this week as politicians meet to debate proposals for funding the new £466m hospital., external