A new living wage has been approved by Tynwald this week.
The rate is set at £8.61 an hour.
It is the first time Tynwald has approved a living wage for Island residents.
Companies don't have to adopt it as it is non-mandatory, unlike the minimum wage rate of £7.50 an hour.
Biggest three-legged race in aid of local charities next month
There’s going to be a Manx attempt to break the unofficial world record for the biggest three-legged race next month.
Warm weather sparks growing wildfire worries on Island
Authorities are warning of an increased wildfire risk across the Island as dry, warm weather continues into next week.
Orange army still need volunteers for MGP
Race organisers are urging people to volunteer as marshals for the Manx Grand Prix and Classic TT- or risk the events not going ahead.
Child nearly 'struck' by cyclist, warn Police
Police are urging cyclists to take care, after a child was nearly 'struck' in Peel yesterday.
Ramsey bridge to swing again!
Ramsey's swing bridge will be opening up again this afternoon after months of no access.
Union Mills housing plan approved after successful appeal
A large housing development in Union Mills has been given the green light after the developer won its appeal against a previous refusal.
Reayrt ny Baie building to become place for homeless or recently released prisoners?
What's going to happen to the old Reayrt ny Baie building? That's the question on the lips of an Onchan MHK.
Rising Manx music star shines at the Villa
A local singer-songwriter took to the stage of the Villa Gaiety last night, as the support act for country music stars, The Shires.
