Strand Street is faring well this Christmas amid competition with online retailers.
That’s the verdict of the Isle of Man Chamber of Commerce who say early indicators would suggest the high street is not losing the battle just yet.
Steve Bradley is the chairman of the retail committee for the chamber - he says that after a troubling five years, things are picking up on the high street.
He told us why he thinks people are still opting to do their shopping on the high street:
Police say roads will be busy for MiniFest
Police are advising roads could be busier than usual this Bank Holiday weekend as hundreds of Minis are gathering for The Isle of Man MiniFest.
Road Closures on New Castletown Road from Tuesday
Catseyes being installed on the New Castletown Road will mean a series of daytime road closures from next week.
May the Third be with you in Douglas tomorrow!
A group of Star Wars characters will be coming to the Strand Shopping Centre this weekend.
Mountain Road closed until tomorrow
The Department of Infrastructure says work to resurface the Mountain Road has overrun.
Charity wants to upgrade recreation facilities
Hospice Care has applied for planning permission for a polytunnel outside its base in Braddan.
Former supermarket and vaccination centre for rent
A former supermarket which doubled up as a Covid vaccination centre is on the market.
MHK on guard against Liverpool takeover of Island
An Onchan MHK says the Island must guard its independence against Liverpool.
New day trips for celebrating Liverpool fans
The Steam Packet Company says it's found a way to give more Liverpool fans the chance to celebrate their club's 20th league win.
