A Castletown man has walked free from court after assault allegations against him were withdrawn.
Aaron Paul Field of Derby View appeared before magistrates at Douglas Courthouse.
He hadn’t yet entered a plea to a charge of assaulting his girlfriend on August 31, and the court heard his alleged victim had withdrawn her claim the 22-year-old had grabbed her by the throat during an argument.
Magistrates marked the charge as dismissed and awarded costs to the defence.
Prescription mistakes under the spotlight
Health Minister Claire Christian says incorrect prescriptions were give 63 times in clinical settings over the past three years.
First cruise ship of the season this weekend
The first cruise ship of this year's season is due to arrive in Manx waters this weekend.
South African immigration company applies to be dissolved
A company that helps people move from South Africa to the Isle of Man has applied to be dissolved.
Council plans to keep off the grass!
The grass will be greener in Douglas next month - as the council leaves it alone.
Tynwald Day stall application deadline approaches
There's still time to be part of the island's national day festivities this summer.
Treasury doesn't know how much 2% health surcharge raised
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DOI planning to have 20mph zones finished by next summer
The Department of Infrastructure has published its plans to create 20mph zones in the Island's residential areas.
Tariff effects not clear yet, says chief minister
Chief Minister Alf Cannan says the effects of tariffs on the Island's economy aren't yet clear.
