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BBC News
30-06-2025
- Business
- BBC News
Jersey government to give £160k in funding for Battle of Flowers
Jersey's government will give nearly £160k in funding for this year's Battle of Flowers, despite the event making heavy losses last year. Economic Development Minister, Deputy Kirsten Morel, has asked his chief officer to approve the funding request of £158,750. There were doubts the event would happen this year following last year's overspend of about £150k, but free smaller parades organised by a breakaway committee will be held in St Helier's town centre, instead of a large event on Victoria Morel wrote: "I have considered the balance of risks and it is my judgement that a grant to the event organisers is necessary in order to enable a Battle of Flowers Parade in 2025." Deputy Morel said: "It is the role of Ministers to consider the wider balance of risks and take into consideration the broader economic and social imperatives".He admitted there was "significant overspend" last year and the government "does not have an established relationship" with the new the Minister described the Battle of Flowers, which was first held in 1902, as an "iconic event" and "an important fixture," which "brings Islanders together." Battle is due to be held on the 8 and 9 August, and the parades will be free to watch.
CTV News
20-06-2025
- CTV News
Body of missing 18-year-old found in river: Brandon police
Owen Bedford is pictured in an undated image. (Brandon Police Service) Brandon Police Service has confirmed that the body of 18-year-old Owen Bedford, who was previously reported missing earlier this week, has been found in a river. 'At this time, our thoughts are with Owen's family and friends as they navigate this incredibly difficult and painful time,' reads a post on social media from the Brandon Police Service. 'We extend our deepest sympathies and stand with them in their grief.' Bedford was last seen on June 15 around 2 a.m. at an establishment in the 3100 block of Victoria Avenue.
Yahoo
02-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Jersey Battle of Flowers 2025 dates confirmed
Dates for a new look Battle of Flowers in Jersey have been announced by organisers. Jersey Battle of Flowers (Parades) Ltd said the 2025 event would take place on 8 and 9 August with two free parades going through St Helier town centre. The future of the annual event was cast into doubt due to concerns about costs after it was revealed the 2024 edition had overspent by about £150,000. Organisers said while 2025 would look different to previous years, including having smaller floats, the team was already looking ahead to future events and hoped to return the Battle to its traditional home of Victoria Avenue in 2026. The event was first held in 1902 and is known for its floral floats and dancers which take part in a parade. More news stories for Jersey Listen to the latest news for Jersey This year's event will feature 30ft (9.1m) floats instead of the 45ft (13.7m) floats in previous years, organisers said. They added more than 20 floats would feature in the event alongside bands, dancers and local entertainers. Festivities are set to begin on 8 August with a Day Parade before a Moonlight Parade held a day later, with the exact start times to be confirmed. Jersey Battle of Flowers (Parades) Ltd said it was working with the Battle 2026 Strategy Group to look at plans for the event's future. Among the plans is a move to bring the event back to Victoria Avenue, which would mean 45ft (13.7m) floats could return. "We're focused firmly on the road ahead – revitalising the event, ensuring its sustainability, and creating even more magical moments for Jersey and our visitors," a spokesperson for the strategy group said. Follow BBC Jersey on X and Facebook. Send your story ideas to Battle of Flowers 'will return to its roots' Battle of Flowers not happening - breakaway group Jersey Battle of Flowers in doubt for this summer Battle of Flowers will be supported, minister says Special meeting called over Battle finances Battle of Flowers
RNZ News
25-05-2025
- RNZ News
Dannevirke pedestrian may have been hit intentionally by driver
Police were speaking to the driver, and early indications suggest the crash was intentional. Photo: RNZ / Richard Tindiller Police believe a person critically injured after being struck by a vehicle in Dannevirke this morning was deliberately hit. Emergency services were called to a serious crash involving a pedestrian on Victoria Avenue around 9.30am and remain at the scene. Detective Sergeant Shelley Ross said one person had suffered critical injuries. She said police were speaking to the driver, and early indications suggest the crash was intentional.
CBC
12-05-2025
- General
- CBC
Bear lies on residential Regina street after being tranquilized
A bear was tranquilized on May 12, 2025, after it was spotted near downtown Regina. The bear was in a tree at Victoria Avenue and Montreal Street, near Thomson Community School.
