A highlight of the Island’s calendar is taking place in the south of the Island today.
The Southern District Agricultural Show gets underway from 9am at Orrisdale Farm in Ballasalla.
Today will see a tractor tug-of-war, dog displays and livestock competitions.
The event continues tomorrow.
WhatsApp channel launched for MGP
Organisers of the Manx Grand Prix have once again launched their official WhatsApp Infoline.
Bird charity urging people to check grids for trapped wildlife
A seagull 'narrowly avoided starving to death' after becoming stuck beneath a grid in the Island's capital.
Southern Swimming Pool facing bigger financial losses
A swimming pool in the south of the Island is expecting further losses next year.
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.
