15 « March « 2008 « « This Is Jersey

Hockey star hopes for role in land of her mother

JERSEY hockey starlet Becky Slater is attending trials for Wales under-21s in Wrexham this weekend.

Yachtsman Sharp aims to hit high notes in Figaro

YACHTSMAN Phil Sharp is set to tackle the Atlantic again.

THE sentencing of a former honorary police officer was suspended at the last minute after more alleged child abuse offences were revealed.

States challenged over green energy

UNDERWATER turbines could create a £1bn renewable-energy industry if the States find the political vision, according to the head of the Jersey Electricity Company.

Jail for drunk driver who spat blood at the police

A MAN who spat blood at police officers during a 'hissy fit' has been jailed by the Royal Court for one year.

Jersey Brewery raises beer prices

THE price of a pint and some spirits at Jersey Brewery pubs has gone up.

A July showcase for treats and tradition

ISLANDERS can expect a fantastic weekend at this year's JEP West Show and the main acts and entertainment have already been booked.

HD may not be ready for Easter

THOUSANDS of Islanders heading for France and Guernsey over the Easter weekend face an anxious wait to find out if they will be able to travel with HD Ferries.

Time to rethink our sea defences’

JERSEY must prepare its sea defences for more storms like the one which battered the Island this week, according to marine biologist Andrew Syvret.

We shouldn’t hang our heads in shame

ISLANDERS are not guilty of some unspecified, collective crime of child abuse and need not hang their heads in shame, the Bailiff has said.