Isle of Man News

Bus services in the north will be on the mind of an MHK this week. 

The Steam Packet says the Ben My Chree will be out of service tomorrow.

Part of the New Castletown Road will close again tonight as work continues on it.

A single storm in October accounted for more than a fifth of the month's total rainfall.

Questions about the cost of attending a business award night on Merseyside will be raised this week.

The Department of Infrastructure says it has just 20 empty homes for public housing tenants.

A landmark house in Ramsey could be getting a marquee for summer, if planners give the green light. 

Firefighters spent around 45 minutes helping cut a driver free from their car this morning.

A new exhibition has opened at the Manx Museum celebrating the Isle of Man’s 10 years as a UNESCO Biosphere.

Do you have what it takes to monitor an Island prison?

Should taxpayers help families attend UK parole hearings?

Peel lifeboat volunteers have been awarded for their lifesaving actions at sea.

Falling demand for office space - and rising demand for housing - could see an office block in central Douglas converted into flats.

The Department of Infrastructure says it has just 20 empty homes for public housing tenants.

Flue season will officially arrive in Peel this week.

A major milestone has been reached in Peel as a new sewage system gets up and running. 

How much gas has the Island bought for winter power?

A yoga studio in Douglas has applied for retrospective planning permission for signs outside the building.

A yacht club based in the south of the Island says it has reservations about Port St Mary losing one of its lifeboats.

Douglas Council says it's had 13 complaints about cyclists in almost four years.

The Isle of Man has a new ministerial job - and a minister to go with it.

The world's largest floating bookshop will be in Douglas for almost a fortnight next month.

Police are asking trick or treaters to make sure they can be seen tonight.

A organisation for athletes with learning disabilities has raised more than £17,000 to compete at a global competition in Chile next year.

Peel kicks off the Island's bonfire night fun tonight with its fireworks display.

The government says it'll write to the UK demanding to know how a convicted child murderer ended up living on the Isle of Man.

A farm shop in Glen Helen is asking you to name its newest member of staff.

Bus Vannin has revealed more details about buses which may not run today.

Commissioners in the west of the Island are appealing for help catching those who vandalised toilets this week.

A tiny Manx kitten who was rescued in Douglas city centre has been given a happy ending.

Douglas Council says a newly-built block of flats in Willaston has seen eight reports of antisocial behaviour in the six months since tenants moved in.

Bus Vannin is warning of more problems with its services this weekend.

A motorist has been praised for going above and beyond to help others after a tree came crashing down during Saturday's storms.

Free period products are set to become more accessible on the Isle of Man following the announcement of Royal Assent at Tynwald earlier this month.

A Peel MHK will ask about help for those whose benefits claims are still being processed.

The Department of Infrastructure says you may notice some unusual vans driving around the Island next month.

An old ticket office in Laxey will be knocked down ahead of new work.

Will mental health services be improved on the Isle of Man?

A popular footpath in the south of the Island will remain closed until next April.

If you're going trick or treating this Hop-tu-Naa, police are warning you not to get carried away.

A leading German newspaper is urging its readers to sample the delights of the Isle of Man.

A salvage company from the south of the Island has told people not to buy electric vehicles.

Could the Isle of Man get a celestial lightshow to kick off the weekend?

Did you see the UFO off the Island's west coast last night?

The future of a former care home in Peel will be raised by one of the town's MHKs.

One of the Island's most famous residents will be starring in his own Netflix documentary next month.

Three bus services have been cancelled today with another eight at risk later.

Former chief minister Alf Cannan will get to ask the first oral question of the new parliament next week.

A soft play area has been approved for a tea room in Laxey.

The Department of Environment, Food and Agriculture says high demand means it's added two more dates to a training scheme for food and drink businesses.

A Secret Santa scheme for struggling Island families has received an overwhelming response from people wanting to make Christmas brighter for those who need it most.

A new rent-to-buy scheme has attracted almost 1,000 pre-registrations ahead of its launch in early November.

You could soon get your key cut after your food shop, if planners give the green light to new proposals. 

The Post Office has halted deliveries of goods to the European Union.

A winning candidate in last month's general election says he's confident in the result, after a former MHK who lost her seat launched a legal challenge.

An illegal immigrant who applied for asylum in the UK but later came to the Isle of Man has been told he can't stay in either country.

The government's online security experts are warning you not to fall for scammers impersonating a bank.

Treasury Minister Michael Crowe says the Isle of Man will follow some of the UK's announcements in today's budget.

A woman's thanked a delivery driver who leapt into the sea to rescue her beloved pet this week.

The Island's information commissioner says four in five Freedom of Information requests have been answered on time this year.

Garff commissioners are urging people to take care on Laxey beach after it was damaged by storms this week.

A former Onchan MHK is suing the returning officer and the Island's Attorney General over September's election result.

The Isle of Man Government says it's now up to everyone to challenge harmful behaviours as Domestic Abuse Awareness Month comes to an end.

Peel will be getting the weekend off with a bang this Friday.

A yellow weather warning remains in place today for coastal overtopping.

Nominations have now opened as the Island prepares for 10 by-election campaigns.

What support is available to families who choose to home educate their children?

Forecasters say we can expect more coastal overtopping during the next two high tides.

One of the Island's historic railways will be out of action until at least Thursday.

There'll be a big day for local authorities in December - when 10 by-elections are due to be held.

If you've had emails from the Metropolitan Police containing legal threats about an investigation that needs your cooperation, don't panic.

A local authority in the west of the Island has unveiled its mission statement after months of consideration.

Douglas Council says its annual firework display will take place on the first evening of late-night shopping in the run-up to Christmas.

The Department of Infrastructure says its staff will be on hand to close if needed roads this morning.

Laxey promenade is due to stay closed for much of today for cleanup work after last night's storm.

The Steam Packet Company has cancelled two of its sailings today.

Two weather warnings are in force today as strong winds and high tides continue to batter the Island.

The Steam Packet Company says two of its sailings today may be at risk of disruption.

A new coffee shop and bakery is coming to Laxey.

How many children have been diagnosed with special needs in schools?

Islanders are being urged to take care on the roads this morning following the red weather warning overnight.

The Isle of Man Department of Infrastructure is giving thanks to those who worked throughout the amber weather warning. 

Two men jailed for total of more than 25 years for raping an 18 year old woman will be back in court this week to appeal their convictions.

The Island's civil defence volunteers say there's still time to pick up sandbags ready for tonight's red weather warning.

The Department of Infrastructure says a number of roads will close tonight in the face of a red weather warning.

There's a new face cleaning up the streets of Ramsey - and its name is Sweep Caroline!

Manx Utilities says it's on its way to fix an electrical problem in the centre of Douglas today.

A former Douglas printing office could become a dance studio, if planners give the green light. 

Bad weather means roadworks on the New Castletown Road have been put back this week.

Fireworks go on sale from today!

Don't risk your motor ending up in the sea or washed across the prom today.

Two ferry crossings have been cancelled today with another two at risk tomorrow.

Peel's newly-elected MHK Katryna Baptist has hit the ground running - with six written queries to ministers.

Four weather warnings are now in place for today and the early hours of tomorrow.

An amber weather warning for tonight has been upgraded to red - with a possible risk to life.

Tynwald members will be asked to vote on new rules which prevent political interference until planning applications are decided.

A beach music festival is exploring ways to keep live music in Port Erin, after the Bay Hotel was put up for sale.

Three weather warnings are in place for the Isle of Man today, including an amber warning for coastal overtopping.

Richmond Hill will close for four nights this week for essential work.

Ronaldsway Met Office has issued one amber and two yellow warnings for Monday.

Forecasters have issued a new weather warning about gusts of up to 65mph this week.

Police are appealing for witnesses following a serious assault in Anagh Coar last night.

A business in the south of the Island says it's inspecting beach huts today after the were almost washed away by last night's storm.

One of the capital's best-known hotels is to close after being run by the same family for almost half a century.

Police say the Mountain Road will remain shut until later today amid ongoing storms.

Police say part of the Mountain Road will be shut for the rest of today.

Forecasters have issued a fourth weather warning to come into force later.

Don't forget to put your clock back an hour tonight.

If first you were afraid, you were petrified of karaoke, a business in Ramsey says it has just the thing!

Union leaders are calling on Chief Minister Chris Thomas to explain recruitment arrangements for the top job in the Department of Education, Sport and Culture.

A guesthouse in Douglas could become bedsits under a new planning application.

Isle of Man Airport says it may be having work done, but it's business as usual at the facility.

There's a chance to have spooky fun in the forest this Hop-Tu-Naa. 

A much-loved community pub in Douglas will close today.

Just three of the Steam Packet's scheduled sailings will run this weekend.

Three weather warnings have been issued for today as storms are set to batter the Island later.

Police who investigated the murder of 14 year old Christopher McBurnie say his family must live with their loss every day.

Ronaldsway Met Office has issued a second weather warning for the weekend.

Is a popular pub in Castletown a centre of paranormal activity?

Severe gale force winds means bad news for tram fans this weekend.

A teenager has been found guilty of murdering a 14 year old boy by stabbing him to death in Ramsey last May.

The government is warning you to stay out of the glens in the high winds this weekend.

Forecasters have issued an amber weather warning for severe gale force winds this weekend.

Ronaldsway Airport says bad weather may mean some problems for its flights this weekend.

A Bonfire Night party in the north of the Island says it's banning sparklers this year.

A business in the south is appealing for help to save two beach huts ahead of this weekend's storms.

A technology business based in Douglas has applied to be dissolved.

NC Oriental has expanded to the north of the Island with a second store.

The Isle of Man Police have launched a safety campaign to help everyone as nights start to get darker. 

The government's warning people to fill in their outstanding census forms - or face a court appearance.

If you fancy some festive two-wheeled fun - and raising money for charity - one of the Island's best-loved Christmas events returns later this year.

Douglas City Council is urging residents to take precautions and secure loose items ahead of severe weather this weekend.

A new comedy drama starring Kirk Michael actor John Rhys-Davies is released today.

Tynwald members will be kept buys next month as the court's committees get new members.

Does your soggy bottom deserve showing to the public? You may get your chance!

The Department of Education, Sport and Culture says it's looking for a new £138,000 a year boss.

Police will be holding a series of events in the UK to tempt officers to transfer to the Isle of Man.

The government says urgent security work means many of its websites remain offline today.

A yellow weather warning has been issued for heavy rain and possible flooding tomorrow.

Two of the Steam Packet's sailings tomorrow have been called off.

Almost half the Island's local authorities will be going to the polls before the end of the year.

Joe Locke's told GQ magazine the Isle of Man will always be a part of his life.

PokerStars' Isle of Man operation could be affected by plans to cut up to 1,400 jobs at parent company Flutter Entertainment.

Ramsey residents could soon have a chance to help shape the future of their town.

If you're decorating your garden for Halloween, one parish is urging you not to use fake cobwebs.

The Island's new education minister says she'll consider an audit of qualifications held by teachers from oversees.

A decision will be made later about an early morning ferry crossing tomorrow.

A cybersecurity problem means all Island school websites are offline today.

A fallen tree is causing problems on a busy route in the south of the Island.

A company in Port St Mary says it's considering a new service for pet owners.

A charity launched by a country music legend says it's open for business in the Island's capital.

You're being urged to get your kids vaccinated this winter. 

The Island's capital will sign a new agreement with its Irish counterpart today.

A huge fundraising event which would have seen thousands take to the TT course in pink has had to be postponed because of bad weather.

Tynwald will be asked to debate the government's policy on leasing bits of the seabed off our coast next month.

An Isle of Man designer will feature in three issues of British Vogue, after she was approached to take part in the magazine.

The Isle of Man Government is beginning work to prepare for assisted dying, following Royal Assent.

A major six-month conservation project has begun in Castletown .

It's your last chance to nominate a local community champion for the Island's capital.

People on the Island are waiting almost a year for cardiology outpatient appointments.

One of the Curragh Wildlife Park's favourite residents has died. 

The Island's assisted dying law has finally been given Royal Assent.

Steam Packet Company passengers may be facing a difficult weekend for travel plans.

Could you face the challenge of repairing roads, responding to weather-related emergencies and making sure the Mountain Road's one-way system works in TT?

If you've had an email demanding money for a TV licence, all may not be as it seems!

A charity shop in the west of the Island is pleading with people not to leave bags outside when it's closed.

An animal charity's paid tribute to one of its favourite residents.

3FM has launched its annual road safety campaign to make sure kids can be seen leading up to the fast approaching winter months. 

A convicted benefits fraudster is asking the public to help repay the money he conned out of the taxpayer.

Families are being invited to get messy this Hop-tu-Naa at a free nursery open day in Douglas.

Ramsey's fireworks display is set to light up the sky to the sounds of Take That this November.

How are you finding the cost of living? A market research company is surveying people to compare experiences across the Crown Dependencies.

3FM has launched its annual road safety campaign to make sure kids can be seen leading up to the fast approaching winter months. 

Campaigners calling for fresh inquests into the Summerland disaster will be back in court today.

Tynwald sits today, for the first time since the general election.

Tynwald's auditor general says a first report about the way the government manages fees and charges will be published next month.

A celestial lightshow could brighten the Island's skies tonight… if clouds clear!

Campaigners calling for fresh inquests into the Summerland disaster will be back in court tomorrow.

There'll be more flight options for TT visitors next year.

Campaigners will be holding a demonstration outside Tynwald tomorrow.

An MHK says he hopes an historic Douglas pub, scheduled to close, has a future at the heart of the community.

An ice rink could be arriving in Douglas just in time for Christmas, if planners give the green light. 

Foxdale could be getting a new BMX track.

The government says it's looking to appoint three people to a commission which appoints people to tribunals and public bodies.

A new exhibition has opened at the Manx Museum celebrating the Isle of Man’s 10 years as a UNESCO Biosphere.

The Department of Environment, Food and Agriculture says contractors will be working in two beauty spots next week.

Manx Utilities says it has just the one hydro power generator on the Island.

The Chamber of Commerce is urging immediate action from government after Chief Minister Chris Thomas named his new Council of Ministers.

A new training course hopes to show bikers lifesaving skills.

The Cabinet Office has refused to say whether it will publish expenses for the 2021 general election. 

A Douglas landmark could get new wellness and sporting facilities, if planners approve a new application.

A winter fire festival planned for the Island's capital next weekend has been called off.

The Island's new Council of Ministers has been unveiled this morning.

Patrick commissioners say they've come up with seven issues to include in a new mission statement.

The Island's capital will celebrate a fire festival later this month.

The government's released a video featuring the new Island's chief minister.

The government says you'll soon be able to apply for a passport online - and save £13 doing so.

The Manx Electric Railway says it's had two runaway incidents in the last 21 months.

A burst pipe means low water pressure or no supply at all in the south of the Island this morning.

Part of the New Castletown Road will shut during the evenings later this month.