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Hogwash 2008

Thisisguernsey — Wed, 23 Jul 2008 15:48:14 +0000

Photos from the Hogwash event, organised by the Guernsey Harley Owners’ Group. (more…)

Time bandits

Thisisguernsey — Thu, 03 Jul 2008 15:07:27 +0000

In 1966 he was playing the drums for Justus and in 2006 the bass guitar. But what else changed in those 40 years? In the first of a two-part comparison, Art Allen looks back. (more…)

Youth biz is among the best in region

Thisisguernsey — Wed, 02 Jul 2008 15:00:28 +0000

A team of Guernsey students has taken part in the Young Enterprise finals for the south-east region. (more…)

Tattoos not taboo

Thisisguernsey — Wed, 25 Jun 2008 09:51:39 +0000

They’re clean, bespoke, good value and designed by skilled artists. It’s no wonder tattoos are becoming less taboo – one Guernsey tattooist has been busy for 10 years. Emily Burden spoke to Black Star’s Matt Burdett. (more…)

Drums ‘n’ decks

Thisisguernsey — Wed, 25 Jun 2008 09:49:43 +0000

DAN Hamill, who was born and bred in Guernsey, has taken advantage of his opportunities. Talking to him, you realise he is fully aware that the only way to continue the luck he’s had so far is to carry on working hard. (more…)

Grandparents play key role in kids’ happiness

Thisisguernsey — Wed, 11 Jun 2008 13:00:37 +0000

CHILDREN grow up happier if their grandparents are involved in their upbringing, researchers said last week. (more…)

Dirty beats

Thisisguernsey — Wed, 11 Jun 2008 13:00:36 +0000

With 10 years on the Guernsey club scene behind him, DJ Javan is a deck veteran. And he shows no sign of slowing down, says Emily Burden. (more…)

Mixing it up

Thisisguernsey — Wed, 11 Jun 2008 13:00:34 +0000

Grange House might be closing its doors as the art-student’s retreat, but the last final-year exhibition made sure it will go out with a bang. Emily Burden reports on a display of mixed media and emotions. (more…)

Youth Service preparing for fun in the sun

Thisisguernsey — Thu, 05 Jun 2008 14:32:59 +0000

WITH summer fast approaching, the folk at the Guernsey Youth Service are getting busy preparing their play scheme. (more…)

Loans threat looms large for students

Thisisguernsey — Thu, 05 Jun 2008 14:30:39 +0000

THE idea of Guernsey graduates leaving university more than £9,000 in debt is closer to becoming a reality. (more…)

Rootsy manoeuvre

Thisisguernsey — Thu, 05 Jun 2008 14:19:33 +0000

TAKING music back to its simplest form wasn’t a conscious decision made by The John Wesley Stone, but rather a natural progression. (more…)

Full-baked notions

Thisisguernsey — Thu, 29 May 2008 14:22:02 +0000

At the age of 14, John McCarthy picked up a dusty old guitar. It didn’t have all six strings, but it was still capable of producing a tune. John fell in love with the sound of the instrument, started to hone his craft and developed into one of Guernsey’s most diverse talents. Emily Burden spoke to him. (more…)

Facebook group is a fun punishment

Thisisguernsey — Thu, 29 May 2008 13:47:00 +0000

FACEBOOK has spawned a dedicated website for islanders who love to pun.

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College On the catwalk

Thisisguernsey — Thu, 29 May 2008 13:16:10 +0000

LAST week saw the talents of the College of FE’s hair and beauty students live on stage. (more…)

Funk da rock is a ‘banging’ night out

Thisisguernsey — Thu, 22 May 2008 08:00:53 +0000

Funk da Rock is back at the Half Moon Cafe and has something new up its sleeve. Emily Burden finds out what you get when you mix MCs, DJs and live drums. (more…)