Carer stole grandchildren’s gifts from hospice shop

        October 10, 2026

Carer stole grandchildren’s gifts from hospice shop

Good Morning Jersey — 2026-10-10

Magistrates Court, Union Street, St Helier…. Picture: ROB CURRIE. (39537088) A DESPERATE grandmother struggling with living costs while caring for her...
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Carer stole grandchildren’s gifts from hospice shop
• Magistrates Court, Union Street, St Helier….
• Picture: ROB CURRIE. (39537088) A DESPERATE grandmother struggling with living costs while caring for her cancer-stricken husband stole from a charity shop to gift presents to her grandchildren, a court has heard.
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Almanac · Daily readings
Today in Jersey
Sunny periods and the chance of showers.
Local
14°C
Overcast · High 17° · Low 14°
Wind
11mph
Moderate
High Tide
07:00
10.9
Sources
25
checked for today
Local news · 5 stories
The local news that matters this morning
Here's the local news from the past 24 hours, made easy to digest.
Jersey Evening Post · Local news · yesterday
Care home set to be replaced by 'assisted living' apartments
• Longfield Villa in Rue du Bocage, St Peter.
• Picture: DAVID FERGUSON PLANS to demolish a care home and build 11 "assisted living" apartments have been unanimously approved by the Planning Committee.
Channel 103 Jersey News · Local news · yesterday
Rev up for the Jersey Rally
• Cars will be racing around Jersey over the next couple of days as the Jersey Rally returns.
Channel 103 Jersey News · Local news · yesterday
Till stolen in burger bar break-in
• A thirteen year old boy has been arrested following a break in at a Jersey burger restaurant.
Channel Eye · Business · yesterday
Jersey Family Lawyer joins Citywealth Powerwomen Awards 2027 judging panel
• Barbara Corbett, founding senior partner at law firm Corbett LeQuesne in Jersey, has joined the panel of judges at the Citywealth Powerwomen Awards International 2027.
• Barbara (pictured) has over 30 years’ experience in family law and specialises in high net worth divorce and finance cases, private law children matters and public children law work.
BBC Jersey · Local news · 2 days ago
Business Daily
• Economic conditions around the world are making young people rise up in protest
Jobs · 5 vacancies
Jobs in Jersey
Fresh official vacancies from gov.je.
Government of Jersey — JobsProgramme Associate at Jersey Overseas AidProgramme Associate Placement 2026–2027 Interested in building a career in international development and humanitarian action? Jersey Overseas Aid (JOA) and CAFOD are offering an 18-month paid Programme Associate placement for Jersey residents. This unique opportunity provides hands-on experience with both a donor agency and an international NGO, in the UK and overseas. This is a challenging but highly supported progr View vacancy →Government of Jersey — JobsManager, Credit Initiation at Standard Chartered JerseyAs Manager, Credit Initiation, you will assess lending applications, make well-informed credit decisions within delegated authority and help strengthen the efficiency and effectiveness of credit operations. In this role, you will appraise and approve applications for lending facilities within your delegated authority, while supporting the assessment of applications that require higher-level approval. You will ensure View vacancy →Government of Jersey — JobsAssociate Director, Affluent Client Relationships at Standard Chartered JerseyWe are looking for an experienced Associate Director, Affluent Client Relationships to join our Priority and International Banking team. In this client-facing role, you will develop and manage relationships with affluent corporate partners and individual clients, delivering exceptional service, tailored wealth solutions, and sustainable business growth. You will operate as a trusted advisor, supporting clients across View vacancy →Government of Jersey — JobsClient Service Manager at Standard Chartered JerseyWe are looking for a proactive and client-focused Customer Service Manager to join our Priority and International Banking team in Jersey. Working closely with Relationship Managers, you will play an important role in delivering an exceptional experience to existing and prospective clients. You will provide high-quality operational and relationship-management support, help strengthen and deepen client relationships, a View vacancy →Government of Jersey — JobsHouse Manager/PA/Mothers Help at MyVirtual EAHouse Manager / PA / Mother’s Help - HNW Household, West of the Island. We are looking for a discreet, professional and highly capable all-rounder to support a busy Mum and her energetic young daughter in a private UHNW household, west of island. Variety! One moment you might be running errands or organising appointments, the next stocking and organising the household, helping with basic admin, or occasionally lendin View vacancy →
Sport · 4 items
Jersey sport
Latest sport stories from the island press.
Jersey Evening Post — SportRunners raise the standardGladys Kiptoo’s time of 2:35:57 smashed the women’s record set last year Picture: ROB CURRIE (42482466) WHAT does it take to do the Jersey Marathon? Well, aside from the obvious stamina and the fitness aspect, it takes grit, determination and heart to take on one of the biggest endura Read sport →Jersey Evening Post — SportBulls march on with comprehensive win over AscotElliot Powell and his side saw out a convincing 4-2 victory over Ascot United this afternoon Picture: GEORGE MARRIOTT JERSEY Bulls returned to winning ways in style as they marked their return to Springfield with a 4-2 victory over Ascot United in front of 886 home supporters. On a beautif Read sport →Jersey Evening Post — SportThe Jersey Marathon is back!This year's edition marks the 21st edition of the Standard Chartered Jersey Marathon ONE of the Island's biggest sporting spectacles will be taking place on Sunday, as over 2,250 runners will be lacing up their trainers for the 21st edition of the Standard Chartered Jersey Marathon, which is set Read sport →Jersey Evening Post — Sport"When Springfield is rocking, it's a hard place to come."Jersey Bulls welcome Aston United to Springfield Stadium for a 3pm kick off tomorrow afternoon Picture: DAVID FERGUSON ASCOT United head to Springfield Stadium tomorrow as the Jersey Bulls look to extend their unbeaten league run with a 3pm kick-off. The Isthmian South Central Division is b Read sport →
Local utility · Practical note
Today in Jersey
Check weather, roadworks, bus updates, harbour and airport links before you leave. Source links are included so readers can verify live changes.
Official notices · 8 items
Official notices and public business
Government updates, States Assembly propositions, roads and public records that may affect readers today.
Government of Jersey news · GovernmentMental Health Recovery Hub showcase event to celebrate community wellbeing and recoveryThe Recovery Hub, part of Health and Care Jersey's Mental Health Service, will be hosting its first Showcase Event on Thursday 8 October, from 10am to 1pm, at the Best Western Royal Hotel, St Helier. Open source →Government of Jersey news · GovernmentElectric blanket testing event returns in OctoberThe States of Jersey Fire and Rescue Service is partnering with Jersey Electricity to provide free electric blanket testing next week Open source →Government of Jersey news · GovernmentJersey simplifies its Financial Services FrameworkAction has been taken to make it easier for businesses to operate in Jersey, and to promote themselves internationally Open source →Government of Jersey news · GovernmentQuarterly public sector statistics publishedThe Government of Jersey has published the latest quarterly Public Sector Staffing Statistics report today, which shows the number of people working in the public service Open source →Government of Jersey news · GovernmentGovernment of Jersey announces Budget 2027 and Common Strategic Policy 2026 to 2030The Council of Ministers has today lodged its proposed Budget for 2027 and Common Strategic Policy Open source →Government of Jersey product recalls · Consumer safetyY Kall Mini Electric Chainsaw – Safety NoticeSource: Government of Jersey product recalls. Open the linked item for the full Jersey context and latest details. Open source →Government of Jersey reports · Government reportsPublic Sector Staffing Statistics 2026The Council of Ministers and the States Employment Board (SEB) are committed to increasing statistical reporting relating to the public sector workforce in Jersey. The public have a right to good quality, detailed information on public sector employment. To help enable this, People Services are committed to and will be releasing public sector staffing statistics at a minimum of 6-monthly intervals. Public Open source →Jersey Fire & Rescue Service · Public safetyOn-Call Firefighter training at the former Oaklands Lodge siteSource: Jersey Fire & Rescue Service. Open the linked item for the full Jersey context and latest details. Open source →
Resident Desk · official
Public notices and resident checks
Council, planning, travel and official-source items that make this edition useful beyond the headlines.
Official notice: Mental Health Recovery Hub showcase event to celebrate community wellbeing and recovery. The Recovery Hub, part of Health and Care Jersey's Mental Health Service, will be hosting its first Showcase Event on Thursday 8 October, from 10am to 1pm, at the Best Western Royal Hotel, St Helier. Open source ->Official notice: Electric blanket testing event returns in October. The States of Jersey Fire and Rescue Service is partnering with Jersey Electricity to provide free electric blanket testing next week Open source ->Official notice: Jersey simplifies its Financial Services Framework. Action has been taken to make it easier for businesses to operate in Jersey, and to promote themselves internationally Open source ->Official notice: Quarterly public sector statistics published. The Government of Jersey has published the latest quarterly Public Sector Staffing Statistics report today, which shows the number of people working in the public service Open source ->Official notice: Government of Jersey announces Budget 2027 and Common Strategic Policy 2026 to 2030. The Council of Ministers has today lodged its proposed Budget for 2027 and Common Strategic Policy Open source ->
Tide Table · Today
Tides · St Helier
Times shown local to Jersey.
01:20
▼ Low
1.3m
07:00
▲ High
10.9m
13:36
▼ Low
1.4m
19:14
▲ High
11.1m
Source:Ports of Jersey tide tables (St Helier)
What's On · 17 items
What's on: next 14 days
A quick-view of 17 priority public listings from 17 tracked events over the next 14 days. Tap any item for the source and full details.
10 Oct · Music in ActionClassics by Candlelight – Jersey Chamber Orchestra10 Oct · Jersey Motorcycle & Light Car ClubJersey Rally10, 11, 17 & 18 Oct · RandallsThe Oche Club Brunch Social13–15 Oct · Jersey Opera HouseThe Nature of Forgetting14 Oct · ArtHouse JerseyRest & Rewind Series: Sound Immersion16 & 23 Oct · Coast Bar & BistroLive Music at Coast Bar & Bistro16 Oct · The Atlantic HotelThe Atlantic x Tavola Dinner17 & 20 Oct · Jersey Bulls FCJersey Bulls FC Home Games17–18 Oct · Jersey HeritageLa Faîs'sie d'Cidre18 Oct · Jersey Motorcycle & Light Car ClubMotorcycle Trials19–21 Oct · Jersey Pearl3-Day Pearl Stringing Experience22 Oct · Live at The SundownSongwriters Society: Sundown Sessions10–23 Oct · ArtHouse JerseyArt in the Arches10–23 Oct · Jersey Hospitality AssociationDelicious Jersey Dine-Out Festival10–23 Oct · Jersey HeritageField to Fork10–23 Oct · Jersey HeritageTitanic – The Jersey Story10–23 Oct · Jersey HeritageVraiqu’sie
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Local fact · this day
Did you know? · Jersey
The Battle of Jersey was fought on 6 January 1781, when Baron de Rullecourt's French force seized St Helier before being defeated in the Royal Square.
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Jersey Culture · fact and history
This day in Jersey
Fact
La Petite Sente is recorded as a street associated with Jersey.
Jèrriais
Bouônjour — Good day — hello
Today · Outlook
The shape of the day ahead
Sunny periods and the chance of showers. Wind 11 mph. Highs of 17°C.
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