Tuesday, 9th February 2010

News from the Guernsey Press

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Four abandon ship as engine bay burns

The Sark Venture came to the rescue of a French Yacht after it had an engine fire and the crew abandoned ship.

FOUR French sailors were rescued after their boat caught fire outside St Peter Port Harbour yesterday.

Post and regulator draw battle lines

Post Office

THIRD parties that might be affected if Guernsey Post wins its appeal against a move by the regulator will have a chance to defend their position.

More of Bouet is set for demolition

Steve Williams

ASBESTOS will have to be dealt with before the last 148 homes on the Grand Bouet Estate can come down.

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Man, 22, admits part in ‘shameful’ attack on church

FOUR years after considerable damage was caused to the Vale Church, a man has appeared in the Magistrate’s Court and admitted his responsibility.

No-confidence vote a surprise to its subject

LEON GALLIENNE was surprised to find out he was the subject of a vote of no confidence over his leadership of the Public Accounts Committee.

Chamber supports putting incinerator contract on hold

THE Chamber of Commerce is supporting an attempt to take the £93.5m. incinerator plans back to the States for final approval.

Bitter words between sides as firefighter tribunal closes

A WAR of words broke out yesterday as the airport firefighters’ tribunal of inquiry drew to a close.

Ambulance service – it’s adapt or die

THE Ambulance and Rescue Service must change to survive, according to its chief officer.

Boxing fans camp out for tickets

BOXING fans camped outside Beau Sejour from 9.30pm on Friday to guarantee tickets to the open show.

Just 10 team slots left after Bubblegum launch

FOREST Road Garage’s forecourt was last evening filled with islanders keen to take part in this year’s Bubblegum Bangers Rally.