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‘Whipped till the blood comes’: Jersey’s shocking witch-hunting past is brought spectacularly back to life

The Channel Islands were dubbed ‘the witch-hunting capital of Atlantic Europe’. Just talking to a cat could get you hanged, strangled or burned. We go behind the scenes of an outdoor dance triple-bill at an ancient burial siteMont Orgueil is a medieval castle perched on the eastern coast of Jers...

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Markers on Guernsey's east coast promote active travel

Blue circles count down every 500 metres along the east coast commuter route.

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£800k compensation to islanders over financial complaints

577 complaints were made the Channel Islands Financial Ombudsman last year, between islanders and their financial services.

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Ambition to bring foodies to Guernsey

The couple behind Guernsey's latest restaurant venture want to increase food tourism and are aiming for a Michelin star.

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Maya Le Tissier makes Lionesses Squad

Maya le Tissier will be competing in Switzerland this summer as part of England's 2025 Euro squad.

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Regular day trip sailings between Guernsey and Jersey resume

A daily sea link between Guernsey and Jersey has been restored with the start of crossings by new ferry operator Islands Unlimited.

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The first Superdrug store opens in Guernsey

Beauty retailer Superdrug says its new shop in St Peter Port puts 15 new jobs into Guernsey's economy.

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Knives stolen in 'targeted burglary'

Several knives are among distinctive possessions taken in 'targeted burglary' of a Guernsey home.

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A third of rented homes in Alderney owned by landlords off-island

A States report on property shows that 36% of rentals are owned by people with a primary address that is not in Alderney.

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Petition for law to make drivers report collisions with cats

Guernsey law requires the reporting of collisions with farm animals and dogs, but not cats.

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Guernsey deputy blames politics for vandalism

Three vehicles parked behind Peter Roffey's home have had their tyres slashed.

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Second warmest spring on record in Guernsey

Guernsey has just had its second warmest spring on record.

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Work on Guernsey's standalone Sixth Form and school merger continues

Work to prepare two Guernsey schools for the new term continues at both Les Varendes and La Mare as the two will merge in September.

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Guernsey residents urged to slap on sunscreen

Male Uprising Guernsey (MUG) has launched a sun safety campaign following concerning results from a Wellbeing Survey.

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Victor Hugo Trails launch in Guernsey

Islanders and visitors alike will be able to walk in Hugo's footsteps.

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New Guernsey Jersey ferry service delayed

Islands Unlimited has postponed its first six days of sailings as it waits for operational permissions.

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Multiple cars damaged at Guernsey garage

Guernsey Police are investigating after was caused to around 20 vehicles at Thompson Motors.

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Expert warns of possible disruption if WW2 bombs are found in Guernsey

Ben Remfrey says he is sure a deep survey of a field off the Foulon will find the powerful weapons, which will need to be made safe.

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Display of Guernsey ID papers extended

Island Archives is keen for more people to see its collection of material linked to the German's photo ID system.

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Haut du Mont: Not guilty pleas entered at Royal Court

Three Island Energy employees, who deny causing the deaths of ten islanders in an explosion at Haut du Mont in 2022, will return to the Royal Court in October.