Man found guilty of raping woman during dating app meet-up

        August 29, 2026

Man found guilty of raping woman during dating app meet-up

Good Morning Jersey — 2026-08-29

The Royal Court A MAN has been found guilty of raping a younger woman he matched with on a dating app. Ian Michael Agostini (31) was found to have committed...
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Lead Story
Man found guilty of raping woman during dating app meet-up
• The Royal Court A MAN has been found guilty of raping a younger woman he matched with on a dating app.
• Ian Michael Agostini (31) was found to have committed four sexual offences against a “naïve” and “sexually inexperienced” Islander at his bedsit flat in St Helier las
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Almanac · Daily readings
Today in Jersey
Cloudy with rain, heavy at times, clearing to sunny periods by late morning.
Local
19°C
Light drizzle · High 21° · Low 18°
Wind
14mph
Fresh
High Tide
08:04
10.6
Sources
25
checked for today
Local news · 8 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
Treasury "pursuing every reasonable avenue" to recover Blue Islands loans
• Blue Islands Picture: DAVID FERGUSON NEARLY £2 million of Blue Islands' debt to the government was recovered through liquidation proceedings in the first quarter of this year, the Treasury Minister has revealed – with work to recover further funds ongoing.
Bailiwick Express Jersey · Local news · yesterday
ADVICE: Thousands of pounds lost in scam linked to one card company – here's what you need to know
• Pictured: Nearly £200,000 has been lost in a scam linked to Revolut accounts States of Jersey Police are warning Islanders about a scam that has lost Islanders thousands of pounds.
Bailiwick Express Jersey · Local news · yesterday
Closing Digital Greenhouse: Fiscal discipline or squandering progress?
• For full disclosure, I am a former Chief Technical Officer with a 20+ year background in tech and have been involved in some of the Digital Greenhouse's programmes, including winning a (non-taxpayer-funded) grant as part of the Venture Challenge.
• I also know some of the people who work there and use the co-working space.
Channel 103 Jersey News · Local news · yesterday
Jersey's government 'stands in solidarity with the people of Nepal'
• Jersey's Chief Minister says his government stands in solidarity with the people in Nepal, following the devastating flash floods there.
BBC Jersey · Local news · yesterday
The Global Story
• Can TV shows and movies reshape the cities we live in?
Channel Eye · Business · yesterday
Bedell Cristin advises on £1.5 billion Ivy Collection deal
• A Bedell Cristin team has advised a founding minority shareholder and management on the Jersey elements of the £1.4 billion sale of their equity interests in the Ivy Collection.
• The Ivy is a portfolio of hospitality brands including The Ivy, Annabel's and Scott's.
• The deal – which saw the equity interests were sold to an Source: Channel Eye - Full story: ' Bedell Cristin advises on £1.5 billion Ivy Collection deal '.
Channel Eye · Business · yesterday
Local filmmaker brings 1897 Jersey to life in new period folk-horror short ‘Bread’
• Jersey-based writer and director Andy Lowe is producing a new period folk-horror short film set in the island in 1897.
• Bread follows two men stranded in the isolated Jersey wilderness as their supplies begin to run dangerously low.
• As hunger, paranoia and desperation take hold, their struggle for survival begins to reveal something more disturbing.
Channel 103 Jersey News · Local news · 3 days ago
Urgent call for Supertri volunteers
• Supertri Pro Series organisers are urgently appealing for volunteer course marshals for the RBC Race for the Kids on Sunday 6 September.
Jobs · 5 vacancies
Jobs in Jersey
Fresh official vacancies from gov.je.
Government of Jersey — JobsPart time Cleaning Operative at Q3 Services (CI) LimitedQ3 Services are looking to hire part time cleaning operatives x 3 to join our extremely friendly and growing team. Applicants must have a valid right to work document and a clear police disclosure. Varied shifts available, hours between 15.00-22.00. This Role will suite a person wanting to do extra work in the Afternoon/Evening. Full Training, Uniform and Equipment will be provided. Competitive rate of pay. Apply in View vacancy →Government of Jersey — JobsPharmacy technician / ACT at Le Quesne Pharmacies Ltd.Le Quesne Pharmacy is the oldest, independently owned, pharmacy in Jersey. We are looking to recruit a pharmacy technician or an ACT. Ideally you will already be qualified and registered with the GPhC, but we may consider applicants who have a dispensing assistant's qualification who would be interested in progressing. The pharmacy is open from 8.30am to 5.45pm on weekdays and from 9am to 5pm on Saturday. The success View vacancy →Government of Jersey — JobsPharmacy dispensing assistant / dispenser at Le Quesne Pharmacies Ltd.Le Quesne Pharmacy is the oldest independently owned pharmacy in Jersey. We are looking to recruit a dispensing assistant. Previous experience would be an advantage but is not essential; training will be provided. The role involves labelling and assembling prescriptions under the supervision of the pharmacist; the job is varied and other tasks will include receiving orders, reconciling invoices, and date-checking the View vacancy →Government of Jersey — JobsSales Assistant 12 hours (PMs) Matalan Jersey at SandpiperCI Retail Limited**Please make sure you have the correct Right to Work Permissions** ** 12 hours per week, mainly afternoons, inc weekends* When we say there’s no other retailer like Matalan, we really mean it! No one knows our customers, our products, or our people - better than us! If you want to work for a company that’s passionate about its people, helping you to grow and be the best you can be, then you’ve come to the right plac View vacancy →Government of Jersey — JobsResidential Property Manager at Brunel ManagementWe are seeking a full-time, office-based Residential Property Manager to join our small, self-motivated team. If you are highly organised, detail-oriented, and passionate about property management and exceptional tenant service, we would love to hear from you. Your role will involve acting as the primary tenant contact and managing our residential portfolio efficiently. Key duties include handling property lettings, View vacancy →
Sport · 4 items
Jersey sport
Latest sport stories from the island press.
Jersey Evening Post — SportUrgent call for marshals ahead of RBC Race for KidsST HELIER, JERSEY – SEPTEMBER 29, 2019: The RBC Race for the Kids race during the RBC Super League Triathlon Jersey on September 29, 2019 in St Helier, Jersey. (Photo by Tom Shaw/Superleague Triathlon) ORGANISERS of the Supertri Pro Series Final have issued an urgent appeal f Read sport →Jersey Evening Post — SportAtom Pirates sign off title-winning seasonAtom Pirates celebrate their Division One title success after a 29-3 win over the Ferryspeed Falcons Picture: JODI HOCKLEY THE curtain came down on the CorefocusX Summer League 2026 with a packed final Sunday of fixtures, as teams battled for the remaining positions in the table. With Base Read sport →Jersey Evening Post — SportSailors get set for Butterfield Jersey RegattaThe packed dinghy fleet promises to entertain, always bringing strong numbers while brining immense quality to the water, with many Island Games athletes and experienced veterans in the mix Picture: SIMON ROPERT WITH less than two weeks to go, the countdown to Jersey’s biggest date in the sailing c Read sport →Jersey Evening Post — SportRoyals do the doubleInternational Royals 1s beat Walkovers 2s by 158 runs at Grainville on Sunday to claim back-to-back DFDS Weekend Division 1 40 Over League titles and secure the club's first ever 40 Over and T20 League double Picture: GEORGE MARRIOTT (42374883) INTERNATIONAL Royals have gone back to 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 · GovernmentFire Service urges continued vigilance after open land fireThe States of Jersey Fire and Rescue Service is encouraging Islanders to remain alert to the risk of wildfires, despite recent rainfall and cooler temperatures Open source →Government of Jersey news · GovernmentJersey students receive their GCSE resultsJersey students have received their GCSE and other equivalent qualifications results today. Open source →digitalStates propositions · States AssemblyP.58/2026: Channel Islands Lottery Distribution of Proceeds 2026States Assembly proposition adopted on 2026-03-30; lodged by Minister for Sustainable Economic Development; vote 45 pour, 0 contre. Open source →Government of Jersey product recalls · Consumer safetyMacroom Buffalo Mozzarella and Macroom Buffalo Bocconcini (Macroom Buffalo Cheese Products) – Recall 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 reportsJersey Child Measurement Programme 2025 to 2026The Jersey Child Measurement Programme (JCMP) measures the height and weight of children in Reception class (aged 4 and 5) and Year 6 (aged 10 to 11), to assess overweight and obesity levels in children and primary schools.This report summarises the key findings of the JCMP for Jersey for the school year 2025 to 2026.The report contains analyses of height, Body Mass Index (BMI) classification rates by age and sex as 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 →Road closures and delays · TransportOne Way (All Vehicles): St.Clement - La Rue Laurens/ Rue de Jambart junction with La Grande Route de St. ClementStarts soon. 1 Sept to 4 Sept. All Day. La Rue Laurens will be one way Northbound and Rue de Jambart one way Southbound near the junction, whilst La Grande Route de St Clement will be under temporary portable signals. The works involve the installation of flood prevention manhole covers on the surface water drainage system. Open source →Road closures and delays · TransportRoad Closure: Grouville - La Route des CotilsStarts soon. 2 Sept to 5 Sept. All Day. Road closed for drainage relining related works. Diversion routes posted. 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: Fire Service urges continued vigilance after open land fire. The States of Jersey Fire and Rescue Service is encouraging Islanders to remain alert to the risk of wildfires, despite recent rainfall and cooler temperatures Open source ->Official notice: Jersey students receive their GCSE results. Jersey students have received their GCSE and other equivalent qualifications results today. Open source ->Official notice: P.58/2026: Channel Islands Lottery Distribution of Proceeds 2026. States Assembly proposition adopted on 2026-03-30; lodged by Minister for Sustainable Economic Development; vote 45 pour, 0 contre. Open source ->Official notice: Macroom Buffalo Mozzarella and Macroom Buffalo Bocconcini (Macroom Buffalo Cheese Products) – Recall Notice. Source: Government of Jersey product recalls. Open the linked item for the full Jersey context and latest details. Open source ->Official notice: Jersey Child Measurement Programme 2025 to 2026. The Jersey Child Measurement Programme (JCMP) measures the height and weight of children in Reception class (aged 4 and 5) and Year 6 (aged 10 to 11), to assess overweight and obesity levels in children and primary schoo Open source ->
Tide Table · Today
Tides · St Helier
Times shown local to Jersey.
02:27
▼ Low
1.6m
08:04
▲ High
10.6m
14:41
▼ Low
1.7m
20:19
▲ High
11.0m
Source:Ports of Jersey tide tables (St Helier)
What's On · 20 items
What's on: next 14 days
A quick-view of 20 priority public listings from 20 tracked events over the next 14 days. Tap any item for the source and full details.
29 Aug · ADHD JerseyFeelings Festival30 Aug · Les Landes RacecourseLes Landes Horse Race Days31 Aug · Jersey Motorcycle & Light Car ClubBouley Bay Hill Climb31 Aug · The Atlantic HotelSummer Bank Holiday BBQ and Beats1 Sep · Jersey HeritageMedieval Musicians at Mont Orgueil1, 3, 8 & 10 Sep · Jersey Development CompanyWellness at The Waterfront3–6 Sep · Butterfield Jersey RegattaButterfield Jersey Regatta4 & 11 Sep · Jersey HeritageBonnet Maker4 & 11 Sep · Coast Bar & BistroLive Music at Coast Bar & Bistro5 Sep · Healing Waves x The WatersplashCamper Convoy & Campout + Watersplash Day Event5 Sep · Jersey Motorcycle & Light Car ClubMotocross at Sorel Point6 Sep · Jersey Motorcycle & Light Car ClubMotorcycle Trials9 Sep · ArtHouse JerseyRest & Rewind Series: Sound Immersion10 Sep · Jersey Premier BrassJersey Premier Brass' Summer Concerts11 Sep · Jersey HeritageCastle Chase11 Sep · Regen GatheringRegen Gathering 202611 Sep · Weekender JerseyWeekender 202629–31 Aug; 1–5 Sep · Jersey Open Shore Angling Festival - JOSAFJersey Open Shore Angling Festival | JOSAF29–31 Aug; 1–11 Sep · Jersey HeritageLa Tèrr’rie d’Jèrri29–31 Aug; 1–11 Sep · Jersey HeritageSeeing The Light Exhibition
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Local fact · this day
Did you know? · Jersey
On 28 June 1940 German aircraft machine-gunned and bombed Jersey before the occupation began, killing ten people on the island.
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Jersey Culture · fact and history
This day in Jersey
Fact
St Saviour's Church, Jersey is recorded as a church building associated with Jersey.
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Today · Outlook
The shape of the day ahead
Cloudy with rain, heavy at times, clearing to sunny periods by late morning. Wind 14 mph. Highs of 21°C.
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