Early years charity receives £97k grant to enhance its services
The grant will be spent over two years and the charity aims to use the funding to continue to provide support to families across the
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Spiralling costs result in Little Shed to leave Dhoon Glen
It says it hasn't "been immune from the spiralling costs our industry has faced".
Sport
Local racing driver wins his second UKC award
The 17 year old, who studies at UCM, has won the Ultimate Karting Championship 2023 Peoples Choice Award.
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Secrets of the Gaiety to be revealed at Erin Arts Centre
Mike Lean will take the audience behind the scenes at the Gaiety, discussing its history, how a show is run, and reveal some of
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Class 2 NI payments to continue for Manx residents
While the United Kingdom Government announced plans late last year to abolish Class 2 NI, details have yet to be finalised for those
Sport
Fifth place for Sarah Astin in Spanish cross country race
Despite a cancelled flight and horrible weather Sarah Astin ran brilliantly for England in the international cross-country event, placing fifth.
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Manx Food Market Traders on the search for more producers
On the back of the success of the fortnightly Douglas Foodies Market that launched in June 2023, its launching its second Foodies Market
Sport
Vagabonds secure ‘crucial’ Steam Packet sponsorship
As the only female rugby team on the island, the Ladies' team faces a distinctive challenge with competitors being UK based - resulting
Manx Weather
Wintry showers forecast in weekend weather
It is going to be a bit cloudy to start the day today, with a few outbreaks of rain (sorry!!) then becoming dry
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Politics
Gov claim closing pool would save over £400k
The regional pools are funded through local rates that total around £92,000 and an annual £1.75m Government subvention. In recent years, Treasury has
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Travel
Leisure centre to open without traffic safety measures in place
Safety measures for traffic that may be accessing the 'Roundhouse' from the Noble’s site have been agreed with Braddan Commissioners, but are not
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Motiv8 launch family and friends support group
During a survey carried out by Motiv8 back in 2005 it was identified that up to a 1⁄4 of the island’s population each
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New stamp collection to celebrate Chinese New Year
This collection, designed by acclaimed artist and illustrator Jo Davies and is in collaboration with EJC Design, honours the upcoming Chinese Year of
Business
Chief Minister among those to speak at business event
The Chief, Treasury and Enterprise Ministers will answer questions at an Isle of Man Chamber of Commerce business breakfast on January 19.
Sport
Douglas Rugby Club victorious in first game of 2024
On home turf at Port-e-Chee, the Manx club overtook the Lancashire side, Vale of Lune, to sit 7th in Regional Two North West.
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Travel
January ferry changes due to low tides and insufficient clearance
The recent bad weather has led to added silting at Heysham, which has now coincided with low tides around scheduled arrival and departure
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Hopes for Liverpool terminal to open in Spring, but no ‘firm date’ set
Steam Packet MD says that all being well the company is on schedule to commence operations in Spring 2024. Although the Company won't
Business
New appointment set to ‘strengthen’ local law firm
With experience in both the private sector and within the Health and Social Care field, Karen decided to opt for a change in
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Southern Pool hope MHKs will support the facility
The board also calls for a replacement pool to be included in the Castle Rushen High School plans.
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Manx startups urged to enter innovation competition
Isle of Man innovators are being urged to take part in a contest for startups in the insurance industry, which offers a prize
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UCM celebrate contribution to community garden
14 bird boxes and bat boxes were made by UCM’s pre-apprenticeship students and donated for the new community garden.
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Island’s capital marks 200 years of the RNLI
Mayor of Douglas, Councillor Natalie Byron-Teare, J.P. hosted senior officials of the RNLI in the Council Chamber before its annual service at St
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Hillside Dental currently only able to deliver emergency services
Part of the preparations for Manx Care to take over Hillside included the implementation of a new IT system to manage patient bookings,
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Gov choir renamed and looking for new members
The choir is open to the whole community, and will now be known as 'The Isle of Man Arts Council Community Choir'.
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Politics
Consultations on legislation governing Island’s territorial sea
The first consultation is seeking views on the principles of secondary Regulations to support the Marine Infrastructure Management Act 2016 on behalf of
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Future of Southern Swimming Pool in the hands of Tynwald
According to an email shared with the media, the decision to potentially close the pool 'has been made purely on financial grounds'.
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Potential disposal of The Buchan site
In a letter issued to parents of students at The Buchan, 'transformational change' is to secure the future of independent education on the
Manx Weather
Frost and sunny spells for Thursday
On your commute this morning remember to take the road conditions into consideration as a yellow weather warning for frost came in overnight.
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MEDS still open until midnight on weekdays
Manx Care has issued a reminder that the Manx Emergency Doctors Service (MEDS) continues to be available from 6pm until midnight on weekdays.
Sport
Local darts player qualifies for PDC Q final
Great stuff from Kirk Michael resident Kevin Lane! He won through a field of 313 players to the last 8, automatically qualifying for