Three more Islanders Association members quit committee
Chris Quevatre
BBC News Online
Three senior members of Guernsey's only political association have resigned from its executive committee.
A statement from the Islanders Association said that Deputies Peter Ferbrache and Joe Mooney had left the committee, as well as the chairman, Harvey Marshall.
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Deputy Peter Ferbrache has quit the committee despite being a founder of the associationImage caption: Deputy Peter Ferbrache has quit the committee despite being a founder of the association
It follows the earlier resignations of Jeff Whitaker and Anne Ewing.
The statement says the resignations relate to "differences of administrative style", which are "irreconcilable".
The remaining committee members are Deputy Carl Meerveld and Marc Leadbeater.
The Islanders Association was formed earlier this year to "develop the decisive, effective and efficient government that our Bailiwick needs and deserves", and recently saw success in leading the winning campaign in Guernsey's first ever referendum.
Shark caught on film between islands
Rob Byrne
BBC News Online
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Video caption: Porbeagle shark spotted off GuernseyPorbeagle shark spotted off Guernsey
This was the moment an inquisitive porbeagle shark surprised some fishermen in Guernsey waters.
Lee Crocker filmed this on Saturday while bream fishing in the Big Roussel, a stretch of water between Sark and Herm.
Prior to the footage, Mr Crocker says the shark ate a fish he was reeling in.
It has been identified as a porbeagle, a member of the great white family that mainly eats mackerel, squid and herring.
It was an estimated 6ft (1.8m) long and 200lb (90kg) in weight.
Red Arrows unavailable for Guernsey Air Display
Chris Quevatre
BBC News Online
The Red Arrows will not display at Guernsey's Air Display next September, but will appear in June for D-Day commemorations.
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The Royal Air Force Acrobatic Team are unavailable for the scheduled event on 12 September 2019 because they'll be taking part in their first major tour of the US and Canada in more than 25 years.
Instead the Red Arrows will display over Guernsey on 6 June, to mark the 75th anniversary of the D-Day Normandy landings.
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Guernsey mental health unit death: Pair appear in court
John Fernandez
BBC Radio Guernsey
Two people have appeared at Guernsey Magistrates' Court charged with the unlawful killing by gross negligence of a 22-year-old woman.
Rory McDermott, 31, and Naomi Prestidge, 30, appeared only to give their names and addresses.
Lauren Ellis died on 12 October 2017 in a mental health unit at Guernsey's Princess Elizabeth Hospital.
She was a mental health campaigner and had set up an online support group.
The next hearing in this case will be held on 9 January.
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Lauren Ellis died at the Oberlands Centre at Guernsey's Princess Elizabeth HospitalImage caption: Lauren Ellis died at the Oberlands Centre at Guernsey's Princess Elizabeth Hospital
'Stay safe online' campaign launched by government
BBC Radio Jersey
Jersey's government is launching a major campaign aimed at ensuring teachers, parents and school children know how to stay safe online.
Research by Ofcom has revealed more than half of three and four year olds spend at least eight hours a week on the internet.
About 100 teachers and government officials are expected at a children's safeguarding conference in St Helier later to listen to speeches from a number of local and UK experts.
Throughout the week, most of the island's 10 and 11 year olds will also watch a play addressing issues including sexting, grooming and underage gaming.
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Quote Message: We must do everything in our power to arm our children with the knowledge and tools to identify the risks they may face when online, and to manage their time in front of screens. Much of this work must start in the home with parents but we recognise that this can be a daunting task, especially when the so called "expertise" lies in the hands of our children, who have been born into a world of digital technologies. from Senator Tracey Vallois Education Minister
We must do everything in our power to arm our children with the knowledge and tools to identify the risks they may face when online, and to manage their time in front of screens. Much of this work must start in the home with parents but we recognise that this can be a daunting task, especially when the so called "expertise" lies in the hands of our children, who have been born into a world of digital technologies.
Scratch card sales brought in £1m extra revenue in 2017
Guernsey Press
Revenue generated by scratch cards rose by more than £1m last year, with 2.3m cards sold in the island. But the majority of a £15,000 grant to help gambling addicts is still yet to be put to use.
St Peter progress in Kent Senior Cup
Brent Pilnick
BBC Sport
Jersey club St Peter are through to the second round of the Kent Senior Trophy after a 2-1 win at Welling Town.
Sol Solomon and Darly Wilson were on target for the Jersey side, who are making their debut in the comeptiton.
Saints are hoping to follow up last season's win in the Kent Intermediate Challenge Shield.
Armed police were called to St Helier, Jersey after a man was attacked outside a church.
Police said the man was assaulted outside St Thomas Church at about 05:30 BST on Sunday.
The area was cordoned off and armed officers patrolled the area in the nearby Windsor Road.
The injured man was taken to Jersey General Hospital but was later released, Jersey Police said.
Officers are appealing for witnesses to the attack to come forward.
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Road bike stolen from St Peter Port
BBC Radio Guernsey
A road bike has been stolen from Les Canishers in St Peter Port, police have said.
The bike, which had some Guernsey Bicycle Group stickers on it, was taken some time between 22:00 on Friday and 07:00 on Saturday.
Anyone with information is asked to contact Guernsey Police.
Jersey vet warns of dog mess dangers
BBC Radio Jersey
A Jersey vet is urging islanders to pick up their dog mess when out in the countryside as it can carry a parasite which she says is "very dangerous" for cows.
It comes after farmer, Tom Perchard found a bag of dog waste hanging from a fence on his private land in St Martin.
Vet Kate Williams says some dogs carry a parasite called neospora - which can cause abortions in cattle and paralysis in companion animals.
She explains what can happen if this then ends up on grass eaten by a pregnant cow...
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Video caption: It comes after a farmer found a bag of dog mess hanging from a fence on his private landIt comes after a farmer found a bag of dog mess hanging from a fence on his private land
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The Parish wants to convert the school into a supermarket, pharmacy and doctor's surgery.
It's hoped the "essential amenities" would reduce travel times for parishioners - particularly the elderly.
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Read moreThree more Islanders Association members quit committee
Chris Quevatre
BBC News Online
Three senior members of Guernsey's only political association have resigned from its executive committee.
A statement from the Islanders Association said that Deputies Peter Ferbrache and Joe Mooney had left the committee, as well as the chairman, Harvey Marshall.
It follows the earlier resignations of Jeff Whitaker and Anne Ewing.
The statement says the resignations relate to "differences of administrative style", which are "irreconcilable".
The remaining committee members are Deputy Carl Meerveld and Marc Leadbeater.
The Islanders Association was formed earlier this year to "develop the decisive, effective and efficient government that our Bailiwick needs and deserves", and recently saw success in leading the winning campaign in Guernsey's first ever referendum.
Shark caught on film between islands
Rob Byrne
BBC News Online
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This was the moment an inquisitive porbeagle shark surprised some fishermen in Guernsey waters.
Lee Crocker filmed this on Saturday while bream fishing in the Big Roussel, a stretch of water between Sark and Herm.
Prior to the footage, Mr Crocker says the shark ate a fish he was reeling in.
It has been identified as a porbeagle, a member of the great white family that mainly eats mackerel, squid and herring.
It was an estimated 6ft (1.8m) long and 200lb (90kg) in weight.
Red Arrows unavailable for Guernsey Air Display
Chris Quevatre
BBC News Online
The Red Arrows will not display at Guernsey's Air Display next September, but will appear in June for D-Day commemorations.
The Royal Air Force Acrobatic Team are unavailable for the scheduled event on 12 September 2019 because they'll be taking part in their first major tour of the US and Canada in more than 25 years.
Instead the Red Arrows will display over Guernsey on 6 June, to mark the 75th anniversary of the D-Day Normandy landings.
Guernsey mental health unit death: Pair appear in court
John Fernandez
BBC Radio Guernsey
Two people have appeared at Guernsey Magistrates' Court charged with the unlawful killing by gross negligence of a 22-year-old woman.
Rory McDermott, 31, and Naomi Prestidge, 30, appeared only to give their names and addresses.
Lauren Ellis died on 12 October 2017 in a mental health unit at Guernsey's Princess Elizabeth Hospital.
She was a mental health campaigner and had set up an online support group.
The next hearing in this case will be held on 9 January.
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The move is part of Chief Executive of the States, Charlie Parker's plan for a more streamlined government - by having staff work in fewer buildings.
'Stay safe online' campaign launched by government
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Jersey's government is launching a major campaign aimed at ensuring teachers, parents and school children know how to stay safe online.
Research by Ofcom has revealed more than half of three and four year olds spend at least eight hours a week on the internet.
About 100 teachers and government officials are expected at a children's safeguarding conference in St Helier later to listen to speeches from a number of local and UK experts.
Throughout the week, most of the island's 10 and 11 year olds will also watch a play addressing issues including sexting, grooming and underage gaming.
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Armed police were called to St Helier, Jersey after a man was attacked outside a church.
Police said the man was assaulted outside St Thomas Church at about 05:30 BST on Sunday.
The area was cordoned off and armed officers patrolled the area in the nearby Windsor Road.
The injured man was taken to Jersey General Hospital but was later released, Jersey Police said.
Officers are appealing for witnesses to the attack to come forward.
Road bike stolen from St Peter Port
BBC Radio Guernsey
A road bike has been stolen from Les Canishers in St Peter Port, police have said.
The bike, which had some Guernsey Bicycle Group stickers on it, was taken some time between 22:00 on Friday and 07:00 on Saturday.
Anyone with information is asked to contact Guernsey Police.
Jersey vet warns of dog mess dangers
BBC Radio Jersey
A Jersey vet is urging islanders to pick up their dog mess when out in the countryside as it can carry a parasite which she says is "very dangerous" for cows.
It comes after farmer, Tom Perchard found a bag of dog waste hanging from a fence on his private land in St Martin.
Vet Kate Williams says some dogs carry a parasite called neospora - which can cause abortions in cattle and paralysis in companion animals.
She explains what can happen if this then ends up on grass eaten by a pregnant cow...
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