Isle of Man News

An online fundraiser for a Castletown man who died during Manx Grand Prix qualifying has already raised more than £11,500.

A gym in the North says it plans on doubling in size.

Would-be MHKs are being invited to meet local charities to hear about the issues facing them.

Isle of Man Post Office says it's cut the maximum weight of large international letters.

Manx Grand Prix and Classic TT racing gets underway today!

Manx Grand Prix and Classic TT organisers have released a new schedule with major changes, meaning the road racing festival's now due to end by Tuesday.

A beloved pub in the south of the Island has reopened today.

Did you buy a big cucumber and ended up with a mouthful of seed? A Manx food producer says it has the problem in hand!

Andreas commissioners say fly-tippers have struck again, after the area was cleared earlier this year.

Tonight's Manx Grand Prix practice won't now be needed, according to race officials.

Ramsey Commissioners say the town's Splash Park is out of action until further notice.

A company says it wants to install a caretaker at an industrial estate in Ramsey to curb vandalism and illegal parking.

Police say they'll be checking CCTV to trace teenagers who abused cruise ship passengers.

Netflix has dropped the first promotional trailer for a long-awaited matchup between two British boxing legends.

Race organisers have announced another delay to the start of today's Manx Grand Prix action.

There's less than a week left if your career plans involve becoming a Member of the House of Keys this year.

A developer's unveiled details of a new pedestrian crossing on the TT course in Douglas.

A man from Pakistan who claimed to be setting up a business here has lost an appeal to stay after immigration officers found he'd been working in defiance of the rules.

There'll be a chapel service held at the Grandstand this Sunday, August 23.

Patrick commissioners say they've narrowed down their mission statement to seven issues.

A shop in Ramsey might be getting a facelift, if planners approve new proposals.

Manx Grand Prix organisers have announced a two-hour delay to today's practice schedule.

The government's launched a public consultation on a code of practice for anyone making decisions for people who lack mental capacity.

Manx Grand Prix organisers say roads around the TT course are due to shut at 9.30am today, for the day's qualifying session - weather permitting.

Race organisers say bad weather has cut tonight's qualifying session short.

Police are reminding Manx Grand Prix visitors which side of the road we drive on here.

King Williams College says a quarter of its iGCSE students were awarded the highest marks this year.

Police are appealing for witnesses to come forward after a serious crash earlier today.

The proportion of students passing their GCSE's has fallen by two per cent since last year.

A northern man plans to raise money for charity by hauling his massive log across the Island.

The Isle of Man has submitted its first review as it looks to retain UNESCO Biosphere status.

Changes at a popular TT spectating spot have been causing a stir online, with new rules sparking debate among race fans.

Manx Care is warning Manx Grand Prix visitors to ensure they're insured!

The Department of Infrastructure says it wants to give one of the Island's best-known buildings a facelift.

There's a call for more volunteers to come forward to don the high-viz and make sure Manx Grand Prix goes ahead as planned.

A house which has one of the Island's most important archaeological sites in its garden is up for sale.

It's a big day for around a thousand Isle of Man students today.

A Manx acting star could be returning to our screens for a third season of a much-loved Irish gangster saga.

Former Douglas North MHK John Wannenburgh's funeral takes place later today.

More Manx Grand Prix action is due to take place later today, after bad weather scrapped yesterday evening's qualifying.

Race officials have confirmed a competitor died during today's qualifying session.

A local honey producer has appealed to security staff at the airport to bee-have!

Roads are now reopened around the TT course - and won't be closing again today.

Tributes are being paid to a rider who lost his life in a crash during last night's Manx Grand Prix practice.

If you're running a dodgy online casino using his name, the Island's most famous boxer says he's coming for you!

Residents in Onchan are pleading for a cat owner to get their purr-petrator snipped after a series of attacks in the village.

A disused site near Peel harbour could see two houses built on it.

The Department of Environment, Food and Agriculture is asking people to take care in an Island plantation this week.

Bus Vannin says a number of its services may be disrupted today with a contingency practice session for Manx Grand Prix.

Enterprise Minister Tim Johnston says his department has backed buy local schemes to the tune of almost £42,000 this year.

A cruise ship carrying more than 300 people will be making a stop in the Isle of Man today.

Police are warning about a scam involving fake texts about speeding tickets.

Motorhome drivers are being warned not to stay overnight on Douglas Promenade.

Island resident Tyson Fury's reality show has been nominated for a new prize in the UK's National Television Awards.

Race organisers are hoping the weather stays fine enough for two practice sessions today.

Braddan Commissioners will discuss proposals to buy the former home of the Bee Gees tomorrow.

A rider's confirmed to have died during tonight's MGP practice.

This evening's Manx Grand Prix action is over after a red flag incident during qualifying.

A red flag has halted tonight's Manx Grand Prix practice.

A charity that's raised money for a rescue helicopter and injured Manx Grand Prix riders is signing off with a flourish this year.

A popular spectator spot in Kirk Michael says it's closing for the rest of MGP practices.

Race organisers say today's practice will be going ahead as planned.

Firefighters say they spent about 45 minutes helping to free four people from a car in the early hours of this morning.

If you need to pick up a parcel from the Post Office, there's a new place to go in Ramsey from next week.

Stick to the speed limits - that's the message from police during Manx Grand Prix and Classic TT.

The treasury minister says he doesn't know of any Manx laws regulating charity donations made at shop tills.

Manx Grand Prix organisers say they'll give an update at 3pm on whether this evening's qualifying session will go ahead amidst uncertain weather.

A local advocate has announced he'll be standing in Douglas North in the general election.

What did you think of this year's Friendly Races?

Just one in four people agree they can shop for clothes that suit and fit them on the Island.

Manx Grand Prix qualifying could face more weather disruption over the next few days, after two days of rain.

The deadline for candidates to announce their intention to stand in this year's general election is fast approaching.

Could you be the Lieutenant Governor's chauffeur?

A farm in the west of the Island says it wants to replace a barn which burned to the ground.

The Department of Infrastructure says it's finished work on more than 160,000 square metres of the Island's roads this summer.

Qualifying for the Manx Grand Prix and Classic TT is set to continue later - if the weather allows!

A social media user's claiming Langness may be haunted - after their mother heard spectral wailing and singing on the peninsula last week.

The Department of Infrastructure is thanking drivers for their patience when using the TT access road this week.

There'll be no Manx Grand Prix practice tonight amid damp conditions, and with more poor weather on the way.

A Christian minister and film festival director has thrown his hat in the ring for this year's general election.

Police are reminding Manx Grand Prix spectators to listen to marshals.

Race organisers say they're keeping a close eye on the weather tonight.

22 Isle of Man food and drink products have received Great Taste accreditation this year.

Market Square in Castletown has been targeted by vandals over the weekend.

Don't panic if you see fighter planes patrolling the Island's skies this week!

Manx actress, singer and Broadway star Samantha Barks has confirmed when she'll return to the West End next year.

Could your company sponsor the Island's parking discs?

The Isle of Man's primary school dinner menu is getting a refresh for the new school year - including the return of the burger bap.

What do you think should happen to the minimum wage?

It's day two of the Manx Grand Prix this evening.

A sunflower field in the south of the Island says it's nearly ready to open its gates.

Planners will discuss the future of a Douglas landmark when they meet later.

If you live in Arbory, Castletown or Malew and want to quiz your election candidates, there'll be two public meetings next month.

Roads are due to reopen around the Mountain Course soon.

There's a chance to move into an Onchan shop, a year after its former tenant moved out.

A public meeting will be held in Peel next week to discuss the future of the Island.

Manx Grand Prix officially gets underway today!

With just a day to go until Manx Grand Prix, there's an appeal for marshals to get involved.

Ramsey commissioners are to ask permission to lease a car park to Shoprite.

Could you help save a village hall for the community?

The government says some airlines have been giving passengers misleading information about travel documents needed to visit the Isle of Man.

Coastguards came to the rescue of three trapped sheep last night.

The Island's Information Commissioner says the Treasury dealt with a Freedom of Information request properly.

There's a chance to meet candidates for this year's election in the west of the Island this month.

Filming for the Channing Tatum TT movie means the Wildlife Park is closed today.

Police are appealing for witnesses after a man was run over in Onchan earlier this week.

A local authority in the west of the Island says it's switching away from its manx.net email address.

Police are investigating whether a firework started a blaze which threatened to turn into a wildfire.

An Island animal charity is asking the public for help after reaching its full capacity.

A prospective election candidate has hit back after he was given a reprimand by the Island's information commissioner.

Police say leaving bags of donations outside closed charity shops could be fly-tipping.

An investigation's been launched - and a warning issued - after dead fish were found in a river in the south of the Island.

A woman's posted footage of a wallaby inspecting the TT course in the north of the Island!

A temporary ambulance station has been set up in Castletown, following a fire yesterday afternoon.

Do you know of a community champion who deserves recognition?

Fancy living in a house designed by a reality TV winner's studio?

Isle of Man Creamery has appointed Stephen Keeley as its new Managing Director.

Braddan Parish Commissioners is launching a new housing repairs and maintenance system for its public sector tenants.

You might see some disruption to your Freeview TV channels and digital radios for a day next week.

The TT Course is partly closed again today as filming continues for the Isle of Man TT film.

A substantial fire broke out at Castletown Fire and Ambulance Station yesterday, with two firefighters treated for minor injuries.

Police are asking the public to stay away from Ronaldsway Airport this evening.

The Mountain Road will close early tomorrow morning.

Manx Utilities is warning of smells and noise in Peel from next month as work continues on its sewage pumping station.

Andreas residents will get the chance to quiz their election candidates next month.

The government says it's spent almost £165,000 on AI for its workers over the last two years.

Ronaldsway Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for tonight.

Do you have a 1000cc motorbike that would look good on the big screen?

Cyclists are being warned to stay off the Mountain Road over the next fortnight.

A prospective candidate in this year's general election has been handed a data protection reprimand.

A road in the south of the Island will remain closed for another week.

The Department of Education, Sport and Children says it won't reveal how many children will be in schools from September.

A cruise ship with 2,000 people aboard is due to stop in the Island's capital today.

If you managed to watch the eclipse using special glasses last night, don't throw them away just yet!

The TT Course is partly closed again today as filming continues for the 'Isle of Man' TT film.

The House of Keys will be officially dissolved today.

Hundreds of Island students are facing a big day today.

A unique sporting event in Laxey is looking for participants as it prepares to be held for the last time.

Have you seen a fluffy Tynwald day visitor who may have snuck onto the Island?

Police have praised the bravery of a woman who was subjected to a brutal sex attack by three men.

The Department of Infrastructure says there'll be temporary traffic lights at a TT landmark this weekend.

Manx Grand Prix gets underway this weekend - and there's a reminder from police about provisional licences.

Offices above a Douglas wine bar could become a music education and rehearsal centre when planners meet next week.

Don't look at the sun directly during tonight's eclipse!

A business in the south of the Island says from now on, you'll need a code to use its toilets. 

The government says it's planning to review all of its arms-length bodies before deciding whether to keep them, merge them or close them down.

Fire crews from Laxey and Ramsey tackled a grass fire near homes in the north of the Island yesterday afternoon.

People in the chief minister's constituency have completed the most census forms,  while those in Douglas East are bottom of the table.

Manx Grand Prix organisers say there's no need to pull over if you're red-flagged on the TT course this morning.

An athletics club in the north of the Island is asking motorists in Ramsey to keep an eye out for runners later.

A woman in Peel has launched an online fundraiser to help a friend be with her daughter as she's treated for cancer.

An office in Douglas could become a private pharmacy under new plans.

A writer for a UK newspaper says the Isle of Man offers a glimpse at the future of sustainable travel.

The government says it's spent almost £2.4 million on a project to replace a high school in the south of the Island.

Manx Utilities says there'll be temporary traffic lights in Peel this week as it continues work on the town's sewer system.

Douglas has 42 properties in a dilapidated or ruinous state, according to the city's local authority.

Police are appealing for information after a hit and run damaged a car in the North.

The Isle of Man's Information Commissioner says 65 personal data breaches were reported between April and June, including sensitive info about children.

If you're hoping to watch the partial solar eclipse this week, there's good news from weathermen!

The Mountain Road is partly closed again today, as shooting continues for the 'Isle of Man' TT film starring Channing Tatum.

Could you make trophies and medals given to the Island's roadracers?

A community initiative in Peel has asked candidates not to involve it in politics.

The Mountain Road is due to close again this evening as the Department of Infrastructure gets it ready for road racing.

The Cabinet Office has been rapped by the Island's information commissioner after putting personal data at risk in election letters sent to households.

If you're a fan of the Island's railways, there's a special house up for sale that might be just your cup of tea!

A driver who smashed a gate at a beauty spot in the north of the Island has been branded "selfish" and "stupid".

There's a warning about possible congestion in Douglas tonight as repair work gets underway on a road near the Sea Terminal.

A downed tree means part of the TT course will be shut until 5pm today.

Visit Isle of Man says it's spent almost £174,000 bringing social media influencers to the Island over the last five years.

Ronaldsway Airport is warning passengers to turn up early to make sure they don't miss their flights.

The Fire and Rescue was called out to a kitchen fire in Castletown in the early hours of this morning.

The government says it's currently tendering for a ticketing system for the Villa Gaiety complex in Douglas.

A well-known farm in the south of the Island has gone on the market.

There's a further closure on the Mountain Road for filming of the TT movie again today.

A new film will tell the story of how Joey and Robert Dunlop reached the peaks of roadracing.

A road in Braddan is closed for the installation of telecoms masts today.

The Department of Infrastructure says the amount of money it was paid for road closures last year fell by more than 16 per cent.

Douglas Council says it'll pledge £16,000 to help the Department of Infrastructure install public artwork along Loch Promenade's sea defence wall.

A Liverpool content creator and his team plan to walk 100 miles around the Island to raise money for autism and ADHD.

Sections of the TT course will be closed again today for more filming.

Nearly £20,500 has been raised for the Island's Hospice by a charity golf day.

Mobile phone company Sure has applied to replace a mast in Castletown, warning its current equipment can't keep up with new technology.

The Island's capital is getting a visit from a cruise ship today.

The number of people using the airport is almost two percent higher so far this year than in 2025, according to new statistics.

The Fire and Rescue Service is warning the wildfire risk remains extreme, despite recent rainfall and a slight drop in temperatures.

There'll be more TT course road closures today for filming of the upcoming Isle of Man movie.

It's the second and final day of the Royal Manx Agricultural Show.

Police are appealing for information after a crash in the north of the Island last month.

There's a call for more extras to be in the new TT movie.

The Steam Packet Company says the MV Arrow will follow the Manxman into dry dock for repairs.

The Department of Infrastructure says it's hoping to clear a road in the north of the Island this afternoon, after it was blocked by a tree.

Police have confirmed a woman has died after a crash involving a horse and cart last week.

The Department of Infrastructure says it'll be carrying out hedge and verge cutting on the Mountain Road this evening.

The Prime Minister of the Netherlands has posted photos of himself with Manx actor Joe Locke.

Fire crews were called out to deal with a fire at a home in Douglas this morning.

Manx Utilities says it's secured planning approval to put solar panels of the roof of the National Sports Centre.

The Island's telecoms regulator will consider possible mobile satellite data services later this year.

Bikers getting off the ferry for Manx Grand Prix will be greeted by a new road surface this month.

The British Army's famous parachute display team will be visiting the Island for the Classic TT this month.

The Royal Manx Agricultural Show gets underway today.