内容摘要：Evie, from Canterbury, was riding her horse Dixie when a passing car revved its engine, causing the horse to buck.

Evie, from Canterbury, was riding her horse Dixie when a passing car revved its engine, causing the horse to buck.

"I will make sure [the children] know him through us."The States of Guernsey is marking VE Day by illuminating landmark buildings as well as a ceremonial beacon.

VE Day marks the end of World War Two in Europe after Germany's surrender on 8 May 1945.Castle Cornet, Fort Grey and Beau Sejour Leisure Centre have been lit up in red, white and blue since Tuesday, and a two-minute silence was held at 12:00 BST.Lieutenant-Governor Richard Cripwell was also due to light a beacon at Castle Cornet at 21:30 to honour people lost in the war.

The States said the beacon lighting would coincide with others lit across the UK, the Channel Islands, the Isle of Man and UK Overseas Territories.It said the displays honoured the "bravery and sacrifice of those who secured the peace and freedom enjoyed today".

The beacon lighting will be broadcast live through the Guernsey Museums Facebook page.

Helen Glencross, head of Heritage Services, said lighting up the island in red, white and blue was a "powerful tribute to the courage, sacrifice and resilience" of those who gave their lives.Jack Collinson, 13, from Hartlepool, is racing in the junior category (12 to 14-year-olds) of the FIA Karting Academy Trophy, following his selection last year.

He is currently in Valencia, Spain for the first competition of this year's series."As a competitor, you've got to hope to win it," he said, "but as long as I can fight at the front of the grid, it would be very good."

Jack started go-karting when he was nine, and races in the British Championships, as well as in competitions across Europe.His kart typically travels at speeds of up to 93mph (150kmh) and is only 2in (5cm) from the floor.