Ship ahoy! Historic sailing ship set to dock in town
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Ship ahoy! Historic sailing ship set to dock in town
• (Nao Victoria Foundation) A replica of the first ship to sail around the world will be docking in St Peter Port.
• The Nao Victoria will open its decks to the public between Monday 7 and Sunday 20 September, between 10:00 and 20:00.
• It will be closed on 12, 13 and 18 September.
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The local news that matters this morning
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 | Bailiwick Express - Guernsey News · Local news · yesterday EXPLAINED: Why do shops start selling Christmas decorations in September?• While many Islanders are squeezing in the final outings for their flip-flops, shorts and sun hats, Christmas decorations and Santa-themed gifts have begun creeping onto shop floors – around 16 weeks before the big day. |
 | BBC News - Guernsey · Local news · yesterday Classroom 'safe to use' after mould removed• Tests show no mould remains in the classroom at La Mare de Carteret Primary School. |
 | BBC Channel Islands · Local news · yesterday Bodies of missing French fishermen recovered• Their boat sank off the coast of Plymouth after reporting problems with its fishing gear. |
 | BBC News - Guernsey · Local news · yesterday 'Too hot for ice cream' - summer's impact on trade• Figures from the UK and Channel Islands say the summer has been the hottest on record. |
 | Island FM Guernsey News · Local news · 3 days ago New book celebrates Guernsey’s swimming culture• A new book, Wild Swims Guernsey, is diving into the island’s love of swimming, and raising money for charity. |
 | Island FM Guernsey News · Local news · 6 days ago Guernsey's bus network revamped to improve reliability• Changes to Guernsey’s bus timetable, based on public feedback, aim to make services more reliable. |
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The shape of the day ahead
Cloudy with mist and hill fog, and perhaps a little drizzle. Wind 13 mph. Highs of 20°C.
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