'We all have a part to play in the overall benefit of society' – care home installs defibrillator

        August 25, 2026

'We all have a part to play in the overall benefit of society' – care home installs defibrillator

Good Morning Jersey — 2026-08-25

Fabien Amy, the owner of Les Hoûmets Care Home, has installed a new defibrillator outside the front of the care home on Gorey Village main road 18/08/2026...
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'We all have a part to play in the overall benefit of society' – care home installs defibrillator
• Fabien Amy, the owner of Les Hoûmets Care Home, has installed a new defibrillator outside the front of the care home on Gorey Village main road 18/08/2026 Picture: ROBBIE DARK A CARE home in Jersey has installed a new publicly available defibrillator for its visitors, residents
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Almanac · Daily readings
Today in Jersey
Rather cloudy with the chance of a shower at first, becoming mainly sunny.
Local
19°C
Overcast · High 26° · Low 19°
Wind
10mph
Moderate
High Tide
05:36
8.5
Sources
25
checked for today
Local news · 6 stories
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• Puddle and feet reflection on the water.
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• A NEW law that gives next-of-kin the right to urgently review treatment options for their loved ones could be introduced in Jersey following the death of a "vulnerable" mother left in "severe and unmanaged" p
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• Blockbuster and Liquid Nightclub are finally set to disappear from the Google Street View of Jersey as the 16-year-old imagery receives a long-overdue update.
• The platform still shows footage captured in 2010, allowing users to revisit former landmarks including Chicago Rock and the former Pontins holiday camp.
Channel 103 Jersey News · Local news · yesterday
Weekend of firsts as local tuna hits Jersey Fish Market counter
• For the first time ever, locally-caught bluefin tuna is on the counter at the Jersey Fish Market as permits took effect for five commercial fishermen to land the species.
Channel 103 Jersey News · Local news · yesterday
Weekender 2026 line-up complete
• UK soul pop band The Christians and local showband Jersey Bounce complete the line-up for Weekender 2026.
Channel Eye · Business · yesterday
Jersey Triathlete handed wildcard for Supertri Pro Series Final
• Jersey triathlete Siena Stephens will get another chance to race alongside some of the biggest names in the sport after being awarded a wildcard for the Supertri Pro Series Final on Sunday 6 September.
• The 19-year-old will line up in front of her home crowd at the Marina, one year after a last-minute call-up gave Source: Channel Eye - Full story: ' Jersey Triathlete handed wildcard for Supertri Pro Series Final '.
Jobs · 5 vacancies
Jobs in Jersey
Fresh official vacancies from gov.je.
Government of Jersey — JobsSupport Worker - therapy led care at Nova Health Jersey LimitedCome and Work With Us At Nova, our support teams work closely with experienced therapists, bringing care and clinical expertise together in everyday life. We're looking for people who want to be part of that approach. People who are interested in understanding the individual, what matters to them, how they communicate and what they want to achieve. Whether it's building independence, developing new skills or helping View vacancy →Government of Jersey — JobsOperations / Admin Assistant at Nova Health Jersey LimitedOperations and Administrative Assistant 'We’re looking for a highly organised, tech-confident person to help keep our busy care and therapy service running smoothly - this role is approximately 15 hours per week' You’ll support us across all areas of running the business – general admin, diary organisation, organising records, creating and filing spreadsheets and documents - keeping the day-to-day tasks on track. You View vacancy →Government of Jersey — JobsHealthcare Support Worker at My Home Care LtdJoin our team and make difference. We're a new small, independently run home care agency seeking dedicated Healthcare Support Workers. Our commitment to providing quality, personalized care to our clients is paramount. For the right applicants we are paying Jersey's highest rates at £20.50. Stability and Work - Life Balance: - Guaranteed alternative weekend off. - Highest rates. - Pre - made yearly roster for predic View vacancy →Government of Jersey — JobsSupport Worker at Orchid Care Services LtdOrchid Care Services are looking for a female Support Worker, specialising in Learning Disabilities and Autism, to join the Orchid Team. The role involves supporting individuals by adapting to their unique needs, delivering holistic care that supports wellbeing, safety and independence within their own homes and respite services. Empathy, a caring nature, dedication and a sense of humour are requirements for this rol View vacancy →Government of Jersey — JobsFire Door Installers at Crest Construction LtdFire Door Installers, full time contracted or subcontractors. Excellent rates and opportunity for consistent price work. Must be fully up to date with current regulations. Further training will be provided. View vacancy →
Sport · 4 items
Jersey sport
Latest sport stories from the island press.
Jersey Evening Post — SportBulls thump Sheerwater 4-1 to continue FA Cup runSammy Henia-Kamau put in a transcendent performance at Springfield Stadium to drive the Bulls to victory Picture: ROBBIE DARK JERSEY BULLS – 4 (Henia-Kamau 30′, 33′, 60′; Bickley 37′) SHEERWATER – 1 (Harvey Valter 14′) Player of the Match: Sammy Henia-Kamau SENSATIONAL attacking play, domin Read sport →Jersey Evening Post — SportJersey Basketball – where are we?The JBBA are turning promise into positive results both on and off the court Picture: JAMIE THOMAS FLYING high is the short answer! The growth of Jersey Basketball has been exceptional over the past 12 months. We now have over 500 members in the JBBA with no sign of slowing down. 2026 has been a Read sport →Jersey Evening Post — SportWilson holds his nerve to claim maiden CI Junior titleAiden Wilson (pictured) claimed his first Junior Channel Island Championship title with a 1up win over Guernsey's Josh Neville at L'Ancresse Picture: GARETH LE PREVOST AIDEN WILSON claimed his maiden Junior Channel Island Championship title with a 1up victory over Guernsey's Josh Neville a Read sport →Jersey Evening Post — SportRoyals take Division 1 title race down to the lastKush Pathak (pictured and his fellow International Royals teammates face Walkovers 2s on Sunday knowing a win will see them leapfrog Farmers 2s to the Division 1 40 Over title Picture: MARC LE CORNU The Domestic cricket Season 2026 edges toward its final sunset, yet the cricketing dra 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 · GovernmentMinister acts to address ETA-related travel disruptionThe Minister for Justice and Home Affairs is continuing to press for action to address travel difficulties experienced by some Islanders since the introduction of the UK's Electronic Travel Authorisation scheme. Open source →Government of Jersey news · GovernmentRevenue Jersey receives more than 63,000 tax returns as online filing continues to growRevenue Jersey received more than 63,000 tax returns by the 31 July filing deadline, with 58.4% submitted online, an increase of four per cent compared to last year. Open source →Government of Jersey news · GovernmentDrugs syndicate principal conspired with his mother to launder his drugs cashOperation Mink is a Jersey Customs & Immigration Service investigation into a Jersey-based syndicate involved in importing cocaine into the Island. Open source →Government of Jersey news · GovernmentFinal call for responses to 2026 Opinions and Lifestyle SurveyStatistics Jersey is reminding Islanders who have received an invitation to take part in the 2026 Jersey Opinions and Lifestyle Survey to complete the survey by Wednesday 12 August. 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 safetyChicken and Hoi Sin Wraps (Summit Foods Ltd) – 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 reportsHomelessness in Jersey Quarterly Reports 2026The Homelessness in Jersey Quarterly Reports provide anonymised data collected from the Island’s homelessness accommodation and support services about people who are homeless or at risk of experiencing homelessness in Jersey. These reports include data from each quarter about:the number of people who are homeless in Jerseythe reasons for homelessnessthe involvement of services in providing accommodation and support 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 →
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Public notices and resident checks
Council, planning, travel and official-source items that make this edition useful beyond the headlines.
Official notice: Minister acts to address ETA-related travel disruption. The Minister for Justice and Home Affairs is continuing to press for action to address travel difficulties experienced by some Islanders since the introduction of the UK's Electronic Travel Authorisation scheme. Open source ->Official notice: Revenue Jersey receives more than 63,000 tax returns as online filing continues to grow. Revenue Jersey received more than 63,000 tax returns by the 31 July filing deadline, with 58.4% submitted online, an increase of four per cent compared to last year. Open source ->Official notice: Drugs syndicate principal conspired with his mother to launder his drugs cash. Operation Mink is a Jersey Customs & Immigration Service investigation into a Jersey-based syndicate involved in importing cocaine into the Island. Open source ->Official notice: Final call for responses to 2026 Opinions and Lifestyle Survey. Statistics Jersey is reminding Islanders who have received an invitation to take part in the 2026 Jersey Opinions and Lifestyle Survey to complete the survey by Wednesday 12 August. 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 ->
Tide Table · Today
Tides · St Helier
Times shown local to Jersey.
05:36
▲ High
8.5m
12:03
▼ Low
3.5m
17:53
▲ High
9.1m
Source:Ports of Jersey tide tables (St Helier)
What's On · 19 items
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Did you know? · Jersey
On 1 July 1940 occupying Germany demanded Jersey fly white flags and paint white crosses on the ground in surrender before its soldiers landed.
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Jersey Culture · fact and history
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Saint Luke's Church is recorded as a church building associated with Jersey.
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Today · Outlook
The shape of the day ahead
Rather cloudy with the chance of a shower at first, becoming mainly sunny. Wind 10 mph. Highs of 26°C.
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