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25-07-2025
- Health
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Sea swim in office wear raising money for charity
Workers in Guernsey have entered the sea in office clothing in a bid to raise money for a heart charity. Keen sea swimmer Tristan Boscher, 47, said the 'Port Soiffice' annual charity swim at Port Soif had been running for 11 years. "I had my own heart attack and went to Southampton and had triple bypass surgery so since then we've been doing it for heart charities," he said. Mr Boscher said proceeds would go to Guernsey's Chest and Heart, a charity which offers screening to people between the ages of 25 and 75. Mr Boscher, who swims all year round, said five years had passed since he had the heart attack. He added that the heart attack happened the day after he had taken part in the Port Soiffice. "It just came out of the blue," he said. "I was very active." He said the chosen charity was a good one to support to try to "prevent people from going through heart conditions and identifying any issues early on". 'Bobbing and gobbing' Mr Boscher said the idea to wear suits during the swim originated due to the "play on words". "Port Soif leant itself to Port Soiffice," he added. "When we first did it we were in these suits and we had a desk and a computer in the water... that was the start of it really." Mr Boscher's friend Sue Duport, committee member for Guernsey's Swim All Seasons, has been taking part in the fundraiser for three years. Ms Duport said the charitable event was "really good" for mental health. "It has taken away a lot of isolation for a lot of people," she said. "It's always laughter, bobbing and gobbing and it's just a really good experience." More news stories for Guernsey Listen to the latest news for Guernsey Follow BBC Guernsey on X and Facebook and Instagram. Send your story ideas to Related internet links Guernsey Chest and Heart
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05-06-2025
- General
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Canadian pilot killed in WW2 mission remembered
A memorial service has been held for a Canadian airman who was shot down over Guernsey 81 years ago. On 5 June 1944, the day before D-Day, Lt John Saville was hit as he lead his squadron in a successful attack on a German radar in occupied Guernsey. Each year a memorial service has been held at the site of the memorial plaque on the Castle Emplacement in St Peter Port. The service was held at 08:30 BST - which is believed to be a similar time to when Lt Saville's plane was struck. The Dean of Guernsey, the Very Rev Tim Barker, led the service. He said "It's so important that we keep remembering and when we stop learning from history we place ourselves in an extremely difficult and vulnerable position." Wreaths were laid at the plaque and the service included a poetry reading from the Bailiff of Guernsey, Sir Richard McMahon. Lt Saville's plane crashed into Havelet Bay and after the safe return of all the other aircrafts in the 439 squadron a search mission was sent to Guernsey - but nothing was found. The wreck of the plane was discovered in the 1970s by local diver Mick Peters and upon further investigation he declared the site a grave in 1982. Follow BBC Guernsey on X and Facebook. Send your story ideas to Memorial service for pilot killed in WW2 mission 'Emotional day' as memorial reunited with family
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04-06-2025
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Knives and ivory stolen in 'targeted burglary'
Knives, ivory ornaments and a historic telescope have been stolen from a vacant house in Guernsey. Guernsey Police said the ten ivory items, several knives, a glass paperweight, two vases, and an iron field telescope had been stolen from the Castel home in a "targeted burglary". The force said it had asked local and UK militaria dealers and auction houses whether the items had been presented to them, but the items had not been traced. Officers asked anyone who had seen the items or been offered them for sale to come forward. They said the ivory pieces included two elephants, an owl, a bookmark, a pair of boots and five male figures. Also stolen were a multi-coloured paperweight, a red glass vase, a blue china vase and the telescope which is thought to originate from World War Two, they added. More news stories for Guernsey Listen to the latest news for Guernsey Follow BBC Guernsey on X and Facebook and Instagram. Send your story ideas to Guernsey Police
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03-06-2025
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Robbie, 10, makes history with gymnastics medal
Robbie said there had been some "very challenging" competitors in his category [Guernsey Tumbling Squad] A young squad has landed its first ever national medal for Guernsey. Guernsey Tumbling Squad sent its largest ever team to the English Gymnastics Championships in Telford last week where 10-year-old Robbie won a bronze medal. Advertisement Coach Bobby Montague said he was "really proud to see how far they've come as a squad and as individuals". Robbie is set to compete in the second qualifier for the British Gymnastics Championships later in June. Coach Bobby Montague said he was really proud of the whole squad [Guernsey Tumbling Squad] Robbie said it had been "very nerve-wracking" to show his somersaults in Telford but that he "loves how it's really fun". He explained he had used a new combination of tumbles in the competition which included whips, flicks and a full twist and straight back ending. He said: "I was very pleased because because there were some very challenging people in my category. Advertisement "It was very exciting because when I started I didn't really know much about it and three and a half years later I won a bronze medal at the English Gymnastics Championships!" Mr Montague said it had been the first time a gymnast from the squad had competed in the elite category. He said two of the members of the team, Rosie and Myra had been ranked 11th in the country and Mason had been ranked fourth. Robbie said his dream was to compete in the World Gymnastic Championships. "Even if I came last, to get to that level would be amazing," he added. Follow BBC Guernsey on X and Facebook and Instagram. Send your story ideas to More on this story Related internet links
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03-06-2025
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What did we learn from Your Voice Your Vote events?
Voters have been quizzing election candidates on their views during a series of 'Your Voice Your Vote' events hosted by BBC Guernsey. The events have seen 10 candidates each night present themselves in a 90 second pitch, then answer three audience questions in 45 seconds each. Housing, taxation, education, healthcare and the third sector have all been on the agenda so far, as well as questions over toxicity in the States and candidates' ability to compromise. After the pitches, questions and mingling with candidates, these voters told us what they thought. The Austins are making voting a family affair, with Mum Kirstie, Dad Andre, Tanner and Bailey all keen to put their questions to candidates. Andre said: "What's most important is not leaving people behind. "Homelessness and inequality are really uncomfortable conversations that thankfully more people are starting to have, but I think if we want to get things done, people need to put their money where their mouth is. "If they don't, they'll hear about it this term as people will be on the streets." Tanner, who is at school, said his priority was creating a better education system. "I feel like certain schools give you a one-up in life and everyone should have the opportunity to access those." When asked if he thought the candidates would deliver what he wanted, he said: "I think you can get a sense of where people are coming from and how confident they are in what they can do. "So after tonight I'd have faith in a few people up there." Bailey, 19, asked the candidates a question about how they would support the third sector. She said: "The third sector literally carries Guernsey, it does work that the government should do, and it does it for free. "Some of them were very convincing, particularly the people who'd been involved in the third sector, others weren't because they spoke negatively about it." Kirstie said she was not passionate about one policy in particular, but wanted to see an Assembly that would "agree, and get stuff done". She said: "I was not convinced by the panel because some of them didn't even acknowledge the current toxicity within the States or more importantly, what they're going to do to hold themselves accountable so it doesn't happen in the next States." Ben Langlois has come to two Your Voice Your Vote events so far to help him decide who to vote for. He said: "My election priorities are affordable housing and a change in the tax system to make it more progressive and less flat-rate. "I thought it was really interesting. You come in and know certain candidates have got your vote and some don't, and it's the 'inbetweens' that you can ask questions to. My mind's been solidified. I've got three definites from tonight and a couple of maybes." Susan and Ian Souter said they wanted to vote for candidates who would look at the future realistically, and inspire islanders to do the same. Susan said: "The harbour is essential. It's going to take up most of any savings the States has, but it's crucial, and I don't think they've done any major work in it for a long time. "But imagine if our harbour gives way! No thanks." Ian said, "What people standing can't seem to do is paint a picture of what Guernsey will be like in 10 years, a wonderful place where we all want to live. "There will be some painful decisions to be made, and if we're going to have pain, we want to understand what's at the end of the rainbow." Further events are being held until 5 June. More news stories for Guernsey Listen to the latest news for Guernsey Follow BBC Guernsey on X and Facebook and Instagram. Send your story ideas to BBC Guernsey to host eight election events General Election: The booklet lands... Guernsey Election 2025
