School children on the Isle of Man are more actively engaged with history than their UK counterparts.
This week the 69th anniversary of the Island’s worst aircraft disaster was marked - in which 31 American service personnel were killed.
The American flag will fly on North Barrule until Monday to mark the tragedy.
Ivor Ramsden is the director of the Manx Aviation and Military Museum – he says interest in local events is increasing:
Mountain Road closed til midday on Sunday
The Mountain Road is to remain shut until Sunday as the Department of Infrastructure carries out emergency roadworks.
Pre-TT Classic this weekend
Road closures are in place this weekend as the first day of racing gets underway for the Pre-TT Classic at Billown.
Firearms unit sent to disturbance in Ramsey
Police were called out this morning to reports of a disturbance on Albert Road in Ramsey.
All-island leisure facility rate rejected
An MHK's plans to introduce and all-island leisure rate for swimming pools have been rejected by Tynwald.
Is Onchan getting a new bakery?
Plans have been submitted to open a new bakery in Onchan.
ManxSPCA issue advice on keeping pets safe this TT
An Island animal charity has issued advice on keeping your pet safe during the TT festival.
Peel Commissioners asking to buy land worth £1.75 million
Peel commissioners are asking permission from the government to buy a row of houses and a field for £1.75 million.
Bushy the Fox and The Black Dog unite for TT!
A business in the west of the Island is celebrating a special TT honour.
