Don’t Let Fire Ruin Your Christmas
Christmas dinner, wrapping presents, decorating your home – there’s lots to think about this Christmas, but don’t forget fire safety. Fire safety is
Isle of Man News
Isle of Man News
New Targeted Drug Therapies Introduced
Manx Care is introducing new targeted drug therapies for the management of the several long-term health conditions. #isleofman
Manx Weather
The Calm Before Storm Darragh
Today will give us a bit of calm with a dry and sunny start before Storm Darragh begins to close in. #isleofman
Isle of Man News
Manx Christmas Traditions
With Christmas now only 20 days away, party season is well underway, as are many Manx Christmas traditions. #isleofman #lovemanx
Politics
Tynwald to Consider Building 1,000 ‘Affordable’ Homes
The programme to build, provide or facilitate affordable homes would start in April 2025. #isleofman
Travel
Evening Sailings Cancelled
Bad news if you were due to sail tonight (can't say I would have wanted to!!) The Steam Packet has cancelled this evenings
Isle of Man News
Lieutenant Governor Swears in New Magistrates
The new Justices of the Peace are Daniel Bonett, Gráinne Burns, James Mylchreest, Rachael Cringle and Katie Farrall. #isleofman
Isle of Man News
First Manx Midwife to Train on Island Qualifies
Well done Jess! A midwife from the Isle of Man has become the first to qualify after completing her practical education on the
Isle of Man News
Castletown Christmas Light Switch-On Cancelled
Castletown Commissioner’s has cancelled its Christmas light switch-on this weekend due the amber weather warning. #isleofman
Manx Weather
Amber Warning For Storm Force Winds
Wahoo, another weather warning! The rain clearly wasn't enough, as we are now expecting wind speeds of up to 80mph on Saturday 😭
Isle of Man News
‘Systems’ Change Needed For Dog Poo Problems
Port St Mary Commissioners says there’s been an ‘unfortunate increase’ in the amount of dog poo around the village. #isleofman
Manx Weather
Weather Warning Issued For Heavy Rain
The weather warning will be in place from 3pm tomorrow afternoon until 12pm Saturday. #isleofman
Isle of Man News
Prime Stock on Show
The 2024 Christmas Prime Stock Show was hosted by the Royal Manx Agricultural Show in association with the Southern District Agricultural Show. #isleofman
Travel
Castletown Road to be Resurfaced
Work will start on Monday, January 6, and is expected to be completed on or before Friday, February 14. #isleofman
Manx Weather
Forecast of Wind, Sunshine & Rain
Today looks to be like three seasons in one day - three because there is no snow forecast. #isleofman
Business
Equiom Appoints Naveed as Chief Risk Officer
Naveed will lead the Compliance and Risk Management function across Equiom, focusing on enhancing the company’s risk strategy and compliance framework across multiple
Politics
Bus Service Petition Presented to Tynwald
Concerned residents presented a petition to Tynwald, regarding the cancellation of the Number 28 bus service to Cregneash and the Sound. #isleofman
Travel
Manxman to Depart Later
Are you sailing tonight?! The 7:45pm sailing from Douglas to Heysham is now scheduled to leave the island at 10pm. #isleofman
Business
Mantons Cards Raise £35,000 For Local Charities
The money has been raised by a combination of running events, donations of stock and sales of greeting cards. #isleofman
Politics
Legislation is Protecting Vulnerable Energy Customers
The review does acknowledge that the Order has not been in operation for a full winter period, which means evidence was limited. #isleofman
Isle of Man News
‘Given up Trying to Buy in The North’
Numerous people have "given up trying to buy in the north'" of the island due to struggling to get homes insured. #isleofman
Politics
Hooper & Faragher Made Department Members
Joney Faragher and Lawrie Hooper will join the DoI. Hooper will also serve as a political member for DEFA. #isleofman
Isle of Man News
Explore the Darker Skies of Mann
Manx National Heritage will host a fascinating evening lecture on the ‘The Darker Skies of Mann’ with renowned astronomer Howard Parkin. #isleofman
Sport
Junior Squash Programme Secures Sponsor
PwC's £4,000 sponsorship over three years is helping to fund term-time squash training sessions, and subsidised kit and equipment. #isleofman
Isle of Man News
ManSat Search For Scholars
The ManSat Scholarship competition is underway to find Year 12 students to represent the Isle of Man at the 2025 United Space School
Isle of Man News
Gov Launch Website on Peatland
The government has launched a new website to highlight its 'work to protect and restore' the island’s protected peatlands. #isleofman
Isle of Man News
Man Assaulted in Snugborough
A local man required hospital treatment after being assaulted in Snugborough Avenue on Monday morning. #isleofman
Business
Islands Energy Group Appoints New CEO
Islands Energy Group has announced the appointment with immediate effect of Graeme Millar as its new Chief Executive Officer. #isleofman
Manx Weather
Expect Gale Force Winds
Get ready to batten down the hatches this evening as we prepare for some gale force winds. #isleofman
Isle of Man News
Insurance Struggles on ‘High Risk Flood Zones’
Individuals in the north of the island have been told that their homes are unable to obtain insurance. #isleofman