Isle of Man News

A dog that’s been up for adoption for nearly three years has finally found his forever home.

The Health Minister has confirmed that Manx Care’s forecasted spend exceeded its budget on all three reporting dates.

The Health Minister has confirmed there will be no increase in prescription charges before the upcoming election.

The Island's Kayak Festival kicks off today in the south of the Island.

The Post Office has released a new stamp collection celebrating the Island's rich brewing heritage. 

A long-serving TT marshal has been recognised with an award.

Why didn't the government use its online consultation hub when it created new school meals menu?

The number of people getting the ferry to the Island has risen by more than 12% compared to last year.

Manx Care says a ward at Ramsey Cottage Hospital will shut for a month as it calls in pest control.

A Peel commissioner is appealing for help after seeing a driver deliberately kill a baby seagull.

The Department of Infrastructure says it can't reveal how many repairs, complaints and incidents there have been on North Quay in Douglas because it's personal information.

Two student artists have been left disappointed after their work was found "unsuitable" for display at Noble's Hospital in a prestigious contest.

The Island's capital could be getting a quieter fireworks display next year.

A Douglas company which was one of the UK's largest care home providers will hold a meeting later this month to wind up its affairs.

Over 630 people have signed a petition against the government's Regulation of Health and Social Care Bill. 

A wildlife charity has warned the public not to approach baby seals following an incident in the south of the Island yesterday.

The first Tynwald order paper of the new political year has been released, outlining 48 topics for discussion. 

A new video shows hope being delivered to those missing their favourite fast food.

The government's inviting food businesses to its last safety workshop of the year. 

A café in the south of the Island says it needs you.

The Department of Infrastructure says Storm Amy brought significant challenges to the island, prompting a swift response from various services.

More people on the Island believe the government needs to do more to curb vaping rather than smoking, according to new research.

An Island charity needs help naming a baby seal.

The Treasury Minister says more than £23 million has been allocated to support the Island's affordable housing goals.

Police have charged a man with attempted murder following a series of violent incidents in the north of the Island.

Home Affairs Minister Jane Poole-Wilson says police are reviewing how an incident in Maughold was dealt with this week.

A woman's called for the return of her mum's beloved bench after it was taken from outside her home.

If you're a fan of Manx Knobs, a new vodka produced by an Island company might be just the thing for you!

Manx Care has confirmed that the Minor Injuries Unit at Ramsey Cottage Hospital will remain closed at weekends until further notice.

TV Licensing staff are visiting the Island.

The funeral of a man who died in a car crash in the west of the Island takes place this week.

Laxey star Samantha Barks will be among a glittering cast celebrating the 40th anniversary of the musical that became her breakthrough film role.

Two Freedom of Information requests quizzing the Department of Health and Social Care about recruitment in West Africa have been referred to the Cabinet Office.

Garff Commissioners are asking your views on what Laxey Promenade's playground should have.

A law firm on the Isle of Man has earned Top Tier status for the 17th year in row by a leading independent directory.

There's a chance to get into the Hop-tu-Naa spirit this month, with a fancy-dress moot pick at a farm in the north of the Island.

Claire’s Accessories is closing its Strand Street store, along with 145 other locations across the UK and Ireland.

Firefighters were called to a house in Port Erin yesterday afternoon.

Police are looking for the owner of a dog found in Douglas this morning.

The Island's newest bus service has been given the thumbs-up in a YouTube video.

The capital's council says it's getting tough on litterbugs.

There could be a chance of seeing the northern lights tonight - if the sky clears!

Manx cycling legend Mark Cavendish stars alongside a number of Manx businesses in a new advertising campaign urging people to buy local.

Residents in the north are being invited to a community meeting tonight following a serious incident in Maughold.

Police are appealing for information after a series of vandalism attacks in the north of the Island.

A musician who uses artificial intelligence to create rap songs has released his latest track - saying the Island has nothing like a "G-Thang".

A charity fraudster who's been banned from suing people without permission from a judge is due back in court this week.

A planning application to dump silt from Peel Harbour at Cross Vein Mine in Foxdale will be decided by planners rather than the Council of Ministers.

Douglas Council says its rates collection this year is well behind target.

Police are appealing for information after two men were assaulted yesterday - leaving needing treatment in a UK hospital.

Peel will get its chance to find out more about proposed new 20mph zones later.

Onchan Commissioners are appealing for information after a toilet block was vandalized and daubed with racist graffiti.

Manx Telecom has lodged a series of planning appeals as it tries to put telegraph poles up for broadband in Peel and Crosby.

A woman in Onchan is appealing for help to find her beloved missing cat.

A local authority in the south of the Island says it's applied to lease the Southern Civic Amenity Site.

The Ben-my-Chree is being brought out for service this evening to help with freight.

The Island's Trades Union Council says the Cabinet Office should release details of millions of pounds paid out to former government workers.

Manx cycling legend Mark Cavendish stars alongside a number of Manx businesses in a new advertising campaign urging people to buy local.

A local boutique has launched a limited edition scarf in aid of the Manx Breast Cancer Support Group.

Airport bosses say the number of people travelling through Ronaldsway last month was down almost 12 per cent compared to last year.

Police responded to a serious incident in Port Cornaa on Monday evening, where one person was seriously injured. 

Police are warning people not to approach a man as they deal with an incident in the north of the Island.

Castletown residents say they're concerned for the well-being of a feathered visitor who may have been abandoned.

A road in Laxey has closed for a week for emergency repairs.

Organisers of a protest against genocide in Gaza say those planning a "Manx Day" to coincide with the march didn't show up.

A local resident has offered a £100 reward to anyone who helps return four stolen garden troughs to their rightful owner.

Could you help name the horse trams' latest recruit?

The Isle of Man has recorded its strongest-ever cruise season, with passenger numbers up 21% on last year. 

A resident in the south of the Island has expressed anger after thieves stole four garden troughs.

Today is the deadline to submit your personal income tax.

Police are appealing for help in the search for a high-risk missing person.

The Cabinet Office says it doesn't know how many Island residents may have served in Israel's military, after a Freedom of Information request.

Arbory and Rushen Commissioners have accused the government of a serious oversight after discovering two quarries in the area hadn't been included in a consultation about rates.

The Ronaldsway Met Office says temperatures were back closer to average in September, after the warmest summer on record. 

A new estate agency has been launched on the Island. 

Michelle's Mone's called a statement by the UK chancellor about her 'dangerous and inflammatory', saying it's put her in physical danger. 

Bus Vannin says it'll be making some minor tweaks to two of its school services later this month.

A community in the North has rallied together to buy a replacement memorial bench after the original was stolen. 

Charity Love Tech is holding a panel discussion to inspire girls and young people to pursue careers in science, technology, engineering and maths. 

Can the Island's urban areas fit more housing? 

The Chris Kelly Memorial Rally will be taking place today. 

Scientists say a rare earthquake shook the Isle of Man this week.

A number of flights at Ronaldsway Airport are delayed this morning as Storm Amy continues to lash the Island.

A yellow weather warning is in place this morning as gales continue to batter the Island.

Bus Vannin says a number of its services may be disrupted this weekend because of staff illness.

The Department for Infrastructure is applying for planning permission to revamp the Harbour Master's Office in Port St Mary.

Manx Utilities says its smart meter app will be temporarily out of action this weekend.

Police are appealing for witnesses after a car failed to stop for them near Corkill's Garage in Onchan.

Several big topics from the Government Conference have been put forward for a general debate in Tynwald.

The Autumn Artisan Fayre is being held in the North this weekend.

The police say several roads around the Island are blocked by trees downed by winds from Storm Amy today, Friday, October 3.

Douglas Council has issued advice to its tenants as Storm Amy approaches.

Train fans will be disappointed this weekend, because of Storm Amy.

A homeowner in Onchan is in trouble with the local authority about their overgrown bush.

A huge charity event this weekend has been postponed because of Storm Amy.

The Island's information Commissioner has told the Cabinet Office to reconsider a Freedom of Information request after it refused to release information.

A Halloween-themed mini festival is being held in Laxey.

Families are being invited to remember their lost children at a special event in Braddan next week.

A chef's won a payout of more than £6,000 from a restaurant in Douglas which has now closed.

The Department of Infrastructure says a footbridge in Peel won't now open until next week.

Education Minister Daphne Caine says the problem of chatter during performances at the Villa Marina is being taken seriously.

How much will it cost to provide extra support for first-time home buyers promised at the government conference? 

The Steam Packet Company says this morning's Manxman sailing to Heysham, will leave later than planned.

Ronaldsway airport has issued advice to passengers today as a yellow weather warning takes effect later.

Could you help organise fun in the south of the Island?

Hackers trying to gain control of manx.net accounts topped the government's dodgy email charts again last month.

The Department for Enterprise says it doesn't promote one type of accommodation over another during the Island's motorcycle festivals.

An MHK wants to know how the government chose the suppliers for the new school menu.

The Post Office has unveiled its Christmas stamp collection, designed by University College Isle of Man students.

The Steam Packet’s announced the cancellation of several sailings on Friday, October 3 and Saturday, October 4 due to Storm Amy.

Braddan commissioners say they're swapping fortnightly meetings for monthly ones.

The Steam Packet Company says a number of its sailings are being rescheduled because of expected severe gales this weekend.

Civil defence volunteers are advising people to prepare for the year's first storm while there's time.

A yellow weather warning’s been issued as Storm Amy approaches the Island.

A marine wildlife charity's thanked swimmers who were treated to a show from the Island's two best-known dolphins this week.

The Department of Infrastructure says part of the TT course will have temporary traffic lights today during emergency work.

An MHK's to quiz the government on the future of its AI strategy in a series of questions for written answer.

University College Isle of Man is inviting homeschooled youngsters to tour its campus this month. 

The government says this year's seen the best-ever cruise season, with record-breaking numbers of passengers visiting the Island.

Manx Utilities says it'll carry out work on sewers owned by developer Dandara to tackle Peel's putrid pong.

An MHK wants to know how many ongoing employment tribunals and whistleblowing cases involve government.

There'll be a chance to find out more about the government's 20mph plans next week.

The Manx National Farmers Union is to launch a new website with funding from the Manx Lottery Trust. 

Events where you can talk openly about death are being held next week.

A former Premier League footballer has revealed he gave up the sport after visiting the Isle of Man.

What to chat about progressive politics over a drink?

Manx Care's released its annual report, which it says shows measurable improvements to the health service.

The government's planning to up the amount benefits claimants can borrow in emergencies when Tynwald sits later this month.

The Steam Packet Company says it's making changes to its autumn sailing schedule to allow for works at the Liverpool ferry terminal.

A western MHK wants to know what the population of the largest town in her constituency was 36 years ago.

Protestors will gather in Douglas this weekend to make their feelings known about genocide in Gaza.

The Steam Packet company says more of its sailings tomorrow are being rescheduled.

A PPE company linked to Island residents Doug Barrowman and Michelle Mone has been ordered to pay more than £122 million to the UK government.

Manx Care is asking people to be patient if they're trying to contact a Douglas practice today.

The Department of Home Affairs says it doesn't know how many foreign inmates are being held at Jurby's prison.

Bad weather will bring some disruption to ferry crossings tomorrow.

The west's newest café will throw open its doors this weekend.

A northern dairy farm is having to suspend production of yoghurt and butter due to a long dry spell.

Solar-powered charging bays for electric cars at Ronaldsway Airport will cost around £415,000.

If you'd like to be your neighbourhood's weather hero, there's a chance to team up with Gritney Spears and Snow-Begone Kenobi this weekend!

Chief Minister Alf Cannan says no illegal immigrants are being housed on the Island, after facing a Tynwald question on the topic.

Police are appealing for information after a car was damaged in a plantation car park.

Onchan Commissions are applying for permission to use a former quarry in Centenary Park to dispose of plant waste.

An Island academic has been in Brussels promoting Manx at a European event on minority languages.

The Tynwald Commissioner for Administration says it's not his place to say whether it would be better to demolish the Castletown Golf Links Hotel.

Peel Cathedral's applying for permission to expand Corrin Hall with accommodation and a new office.

An MHK is pressing for another update on government plans to replace the Cummal Mooar care home in Ramsey.

An Island charity is inviting the public to a discussion about loneliness this week.

The Post Office has announced mail services to Canada are being suspended from today, Tuesday, September 30.

If you've ever complained about the state of the roads, now's your chance to do something about it.

A local authority in Northern Ireland says it's considering a permanent exhibition devoted to one of the TT's greatest-ever riders.

A former UKIP candidate is asking for people to come forward and stand for the House of Keys in the next general election.

The Department of Infrastructure has been advertising for a new airport director on the government's jobs website.

There's a chance to find out more about plans for the Island's first offshore wind farm this week.

A Belfast solicitor has appeared in court in Northern Ireland to deny using the Isle of Man to launder millions of pounds from a £1.1 billion property deal.

There could be bad news for travellers this weekend, with severe gale force winds on the way.

Police are appealing for witnesses to come forward after a crash in Douglas yesterday.

A popular takeaway in Onchan is up for sale.

Isle of Man Creamery has apologised over production problems which mean some of its products are temporarily unavailable.

A gliding club in the north of the Island says it's closing down and winding up its affairs.

An MHK has raised questions about Manx Care's plans to save almost £15 million.

A business in Peel's hosting a special event for youngsters to mark the release of Taylor Swift's new album.

The PPE company linked to Island resident and Tory peer Michelle Mone has just £666,000 in assets. 

The government's spent nearly £100,000 to help stop drowning on the world's largest tropical lake in Africa, according to figures from the RNLI.

When will Ramsey's Minor Injuries Unit be back open on weekends?

A local RNLI volunteer will be running a charity ultramarathon led by stars from the show SAS: Who Dares Wins.

The government says quarry workers would be safer if Tynwald approves new laws next month.

The Spar in Anagh Coar's applying for permission to expand its premises.

The government's sent out leaflets explaining your legal obligations to trim foliage.

The government's submitted a planning application for a temporary access road to reduce disruption while the Balthane roundabout is built.

The Island could see gale force winds this weekend, according to Ronaldsway Met Office.

A woman's hit out at a "callous" driver who ran over two kittens.

A fast food restaurant in Douglas has extended its opening hours.

An MHK wants to know how often the Island's online defibrillator map is updated, and devices are checked.

Nearly eighty fire alarms were set off in Island schools since last January, with eight suspected to have been caused by students or vandals.

A TT-winning bike ridden by one of the event's greatest competitors will go up for auction next month.

The Department of Education, Sport and Culture says it doesn't have any information about parents consenting to active shooter drills in schools.

A celebrity TV auctioneer is coming to the Island to value your antiques.

A political party says it's disappointed government-owned companies won't have to answer Freedom of Information requests in future.

A Ramsey man will be marking his 80th birthday with a charity swim in memory of his late wife.

The Department of Environment, Food and Agriculture will be working on trees in a glen near Onchan.

A micropub in Peel will be closing in the coming week.

There’s one week left to get your application in to become a firefighter.

A Manx tram horse has gone viral on social media.

Manx actor Joe Locke's received rave reviews for his performance in his first West End play.

Three Manx words have been added to the Oxford English Dictionary.

The Ronaldsway Met Office has put an amber weather warning for heavy rain in place for later today, Saturday, September 27.

Does the government have a system in place so companies get fair access to cruise ships contracts? 

An MHK wants to know when a review into the state of government buildings was finished.

A big jazz festival will be taking place in the south next week.

The government's launched a public consultation on changing laws in the criminal justice system.

St John Ambulance has launched a 'Rescue Ready' programme for maintaining defibrillators around the Island.

Manx National Heritage is celebrating the 171st birthday of the Great Laxey Wheel today.

Part of a busy road in Douglas city centre will close for a day next month for building work on an office.

Noble’s Hospital is helping to mark Baby Loss Awareness Week next month.

New rules to strengthen workplace safety will go before Tynwald next month.

A public consultation has opened aiming to modernise laws around contempt of court, particularly around the use of social media.

Laws which the Island's Fire and Rescue Service operates under are going to be updated for the first time in over 40 years.

Peel's market will be held this weekend.

Work is underway to repair storm damage to one of the Island's most historic buildings.