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Guernsey Museums report a 3% increase in visitor numbers
Around 75,000 separate visits were made to Guernsey Museum attractions in 2026.
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Sewage outfall fixed on Guernsey's east coast
The Fort George outfall, which had been releasing raw sewage near Soldiers Bay, has been repaired.
Alderney celebrates two awards at Britain in Bloom
The island and a local resident have both been recognised by the Royal Horticultural Society.
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Successful start to Guernsey Ports renewable heating oil conversion
The Crown Pier marina facilities began running on renewable heating oil in April, ahead of the busy summer season.
Pioneering Guernsey couple scoop retail award
Doug and Dame Mary Perkins, who co-founded Specsavers in Guernsey over 40 years ago, are recognised for their contribution to British retail.
Guernsey's Animal Shelter nurses oiled seabird
The GSPCA says the guillemot may be the first casualty of old oil being dredged up by stormy seas.
Home Affairs needs millions to maintain Guernsey's frontline services
The Committee will ask for money for more police, fire and prison officers and a training budget for evolving cyber crime.
New savings scheme for Guernsey children in care
The States say they want to provide a financial foundation to help young people in care prepare for adult life.
Guernsey reservoir walk closes due to storm damage
Strong winds from Storm Austen have brought down trees along the Millennium Walk, forcing its closure.
Inflation in Guernsey increases to 4.6%
Housing costs, electricity and fuel push the Retail Prices Index higher.
Safety assessment at Guernsey's recycling centre
Longue Hougue has been closed since Friday because of the weather and related problems.
Storm disruption affects Guernsey travel into the weekend
Flights were cancelled on Saturday and the Brittany Ferries vessel had to anchor outside St Peter Port for several hours.
Winter Fuel Allowance ready to roll in Guernsey
Islanders on Income Support should receive the £50 a week payment automatically.
Guernsey "largely unscathed" by Storm Austen
"No serious incidents" were reported in Guernsey during the first storm of the season.
Commodore Clipper breaks mooring ropes in Storm Austen
A video circulating on social media shows Brittany Ferries' Commodore Clipper drifting in stormy weather.
70 mph winds batter Guernsey
Alderney records even stronger gusts of 75mph from Storm Austen.
Haut Du Mont: Jury fails to reach verdict on third gas worker
A jury has failed to reach a verdict on a third gas worker accused of unlawfully killing ten people following the explosion at Haut du Mont nearly four years ago.
Schools in Guernsey to close for Storm Austen
The States has taken the decision to close schools as Storm Force 10 winds are forecast for the Friday commute.
States of Guernsey 'carefully monitoring' forecasts for Storm Austen
A decision is expected later today (22 October) on whether to suspend public services like schools and buses.
Haut du Mont: Gas workers convicted of manslaughter
Two gas workers have been found guilty of unlawfully killing ten people following a fatal explosion in St Helier in December 2022.