Manxnet email scam almost cost house and savings
There's a warning about manx.net email scammers - after a house buyer almost ended up conned out of their life savings.
DOI lists locations to pick up sandbags in face of tomorrow's weather
The Department of Infrastructure says it's delivering sandbags for people to pick up in the face of possible problems.
Prison drone info could compromise security, says department
The Department of Home Affairs says it can't confirm whether there have been any incidents involving drones at the prison - because it could risk security at the Jurby facility.
UK debate hears worries over health staff and IOM assisted dying laws
The House of Lords has heard worries about assisted dying legislation in the UK - and whether medical staff there would break the law when Manx patients are treated across.
Police need Japanese-speaking help
Do you have Japanese language skills and could help police?
All Tuesday sailings called off, says Steam Packet
The Steam Packet says all of tomorrow's planned ferry sailings have been called off.
Minimum wage rise is national crisis, says chamber
The Island's Chamber of Commerce is calling the 9.9 percent minimum wage rise planned for next April a national crisis.
Access to cash to be considered by Tynwald
The government's plans to make sure people can still get cash despite bank closures will come under the spotlight this week.
More than £60k raised by Santa's on a Bike
The weekend's Santa's on a Bike run has raised over £60,000 for the children's hospice.
Which schools have free period products?
Which schools currently provide free period products?
Roadworks damaging tyres, claims woman
People have been complaining on social media about being left with flat tyres after driving through roadworks near Noble's Hospital in Braddan.
Landslip closes road in west
A road in the west of the Island remain closed today after a landslip at the weekend.
Severe gales and overtopping spark red weather warning
Ronaldsway Met Office has issued its second weather warning of the day - with a risk-to-life warning about coastal overtopping tomorrow.
Covid and flu jab drop-ins this week
Manx Care says there'll be two drop-in sessions for flu and Covid vaccines this week.
Weather could spell bad news for Tuesday sailings
All of the Manxman's sailings tomorrow are at risk of disruption because of bad weather.
Amber warning for rain tonight
Ronaldsway Met Office is warning people to brace themselves for more heavy rain tomorrow morning.
What will government do about Covid vaccine injuries?
What will the government do next after hearing about people's experiences with Covid vaccines?
Longest-running planning app over a decade old
The Island's longest-running planning application that's still awaiting a decision is more than 10 years old.
Main Road into village shut this week
The road between Port Erin and Port St Mary is closed this week.
Parental support group to meet tonight
A new support group is hoping to help parents with mental health difficulties.
How many unregistered people have been to A&E?
How many people who aren't registered with a GP have been attending A&E?
Coast road speed limits during works this week
Drainage work means there'll be temporary speed limits on the coast road between Laxey and Ramsey this week.
Time's running out to race in the MGP
Time's running out if you want to race in next year's Manx Grand Prix.
Ash raises over £13k with marathon challenge
A local man's smashed his target by raising over £13,000 for charity after running nine and a half marathons in a row.
Uncollected tip items to be repaired and reused
Local authorities have teamed up with charity Northern Men in Sheds to launch a scheme which repairs old furniture, tools and appliances.
How many will need their benefits in cash?
An MHK will ask the treasury minister how many people will need to get their benefits in cash if MiCards are axed.
0.25% of Douglas buildings dilapidated, says council
Douglas Council says it has fewer than 40 properties on its blacklist of run-down sites.
MHK to query Liverpool ferry terminal running costs
An MHK wants to know how much it costs to run the Liverpool ferry terminal each year.
Council to sell homes to fund new housing
Douglas Council's planning to sell off empty public housing.
Emergency repairs to close Port St Mary road
A busy road in Port St Mary will close next week for emergency electrical repairs.
Commissioners host 20mph drop-in
A commissioners' board in the south of the Island says it wants to hear your views on proposed 20mph zones.
Tractor run heads north
Festive tractors will be taking to the Island's roads again this evening.
House plan to restore Foxdale Deads
A developer says he's hoping to restore and reclaim contaminated land in Foxdale with plans for a new home.
Douglas to sign Friendship Agreement with Dublin
Douglas Council says it'll ask councillors to formally approve a new friendship agreement with Ireland's capital city.
Ramsey hosts postponed fireworks display
Ramsey's fireworks display will get underway this evening.
Tractor run takes to roads this evening
The Island's annual festive tractor run gets underway later.
Port Erin hosts lights switch-on
Port Erin will be the next town to light up for Christmas this afternoon.
Joe Locke meets princess at annual carol concert
Manx actor Joe Locke was one of the speakers at the annual Christmas carol concert hosted by the Princess of Wales.
New weather warning issued
Ronaldsway Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for coastal overtopping today.
Santa's on a Bike ready to raise money for Rebecca House
A festive motorbike event set up by a local business to raise money for a local charity will get underway later..
Buses to divert around TT course closure
A number of bus services will be diverted this weekend as dangerous trees are felled on the TT course.
£66,000-a-year immigration health surcharge manager needed
The government wants to employ a new manager to oversee the new immigration health surcharge - with a salary of up to £66,000 a year.
Out-of-town stores like planned Iceland threaten other shops, says councillor
The chair of Douglas Council's Environmental Services Committee says the local authority objected to Iceland's new Braddan store because it would threaten shops elsewhere.
Isle of Gelato opens in Laxey tomorrow!
Laxey's newest shop will throw open its doors for the first time tomorrow.
Councillors reject card-only Bottleneck Car Park
Douglas Council says it'll continue allowing drivers to pay by cash at a car park on the Promenade.
Safety warning for plantations during gales
The government says teams will be checking the state of the Island's glens and plantations after strong winds this evening.
Gales could mean bus disruption later
There's a warning high winds and waves washing onto roads could affect bus services later.
Xmas parking on prom to close early tonight
There'll be no parking on Douglas Promenade's walkway later as gale force winds approach.
Respect bus and taxi drivers after Xmas parties, say police
Police are warning people not to overdo it at their Christmas Party - and say abusing those trying to get you home won't be tolerated.
Douglas Council objects to Iceland plans
Douglas Council has voted to object to plans for a new Iceland store in Braddan.
Protect yourself and others from vomiting bug!
Manx Care has issued advice as diarrhoea and vomiting bugs spread across the Island.
Strong backing for bus strike from drivers
The Island's bus drivers have voted in favour of going on strike.
Southern dairy farm to stop its milk rounds
A local dairy farm will stop its milk round deliveries early next year.
Gales to bring coastal overtopping tonight
Ronaldsway Met Office has issued a weather warning for tonight.
Local authority to discuss Pride event numbers
Onchan commissioners say they'll talk to organisers of a Pride event over the number of people expected, after around 8,000 went to last year's celebration.
Trade union says population report is damning for Cannan
An Island trade union body says the government's latest population report is an indictment of Treasury and Chief Minister Alf Cannan.
Santas on a Bike event tomorrow - with nearly £45k already raised
One of the Islands' favourite festive events will be going ahead to raise money for the children's hospice tomorrow.
Cavendish says he'd like to start own cycling team
Manx cycling superstar Mark Cavendish says he'd like to create his own team in the future.
Land reserve requests would be made public, says minister
Cabinet Office Minister David Ashford says any requests for strategic land reserves to be released would be made public.
Mountain Road re-opens after overnight closure
The Mountain Road re-opened earlier this morning following an overnight closure for ice.
Yellow weather warning for Friday morning
Ronaldsway Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for tomorrow morning.
New novel inspired by Douglas bar
A new book by an Irish former journalist set on the Isle of Man is inspired by his time working in a hotel in Douglas.
MHK queries planned changes to Sound bus service
Are changes already being planned for the Island's newest bus route?
Aurora over Manx skies tonight?
The Isle of Man could be in for a show from the Northern Lights tonight.
Come see farm's one-of-a-kind Christmas tree
A local farm's gone big with its Christmas decorations by building a unique kind of tree.
Two Manxman sailings cancelled tomorrow
Two Steam Packet sailings have been called off in the face of bad weather tomorrow.
Lord Street plans cut from 14 storeys high to 12
Developers of a huge project to revamp Lord Street in Douglas have amended their plans after concerns from planners.
Could your child be the official voice of a pantomime?
Could your child be the voice of a Christmas panto?
Councillor hits out at mouldy housing
A Douglas councillor's hit out at the state of housing after posting pictures of a mouldy flat on social media.
Rent deposit scheme may be in the pipeline
A rent deposit protection scheme may be in the pipeline, according to the Infrastructure Minister.
New housing estate could get pizza outlet
Ballasalla's newest housing estate could be getting a new pizza outlet, if planners give the go-ahead.
Mountain Road to close for tree work today
The Mountain Road will close this afternoon.
Average waiting time for endoscopies revealed
The average waiting time for urgent endoscopy tests is two and a half months, and within two weeks for suspected cancers.
Earth moves for Kirk Michael during earthquake
Did you feel the earth move last night?
Government considering tighter immigration restrictions
Treasury Minister Alex Allinson says the government is considering tighter restrictions on immigration.
Labour party hosting meeting in pub tonight
The Manx Labour Party will host a political meeting at a pub in Douglas this evening.
No discussions about Island getting health insurance cards
There've been no discussions with the UK about the Island becoming involved in the Global Health Insurance Card scheme.
Government releases top email scam threats
The government's cyber-security experts have revealed the top email phishing threats from fraudsters over the past two months.
New coins to mark Queen's birthday
A series of new coins will be released to mark what would have been Queen Elizabeth II's 100th birthday.
Green party doesn't want referendum on Net Zero
The Island's Green Party is urging politicians not to hold a referendum on the Island's net zero policies.
Hospital bus stops to move today
Bus stops at Noble's Hospital will move today as new equipment is installed.
P50 bear-ings need checking!
How many kittens can you fit into the world's smallest car?
Government announces new social rent rise formula
The government says public sector housing rents will be linked to inflation in future.
WATCH: Bush kissing video highlights Manx tradition
Fancy kissing under a bush this Christmas?
No plans to publish hydrocarbon resources reports
Infrastructure Minister Michelle Haywood says reports about the Island's undersea oil and gas resources can't be published without permission from consultants.
Weather could disrupt Friday ferry crossings
Two of the Steam Packet's crossings this Friday are at risk because of bad weather.
Nodding Santa returns to Ramsey!
A much-loved feature of Ramsey's Christmas celebrations has returned, after worries about his fate last year.
Southerners being invited to 20mph drop-in session
Infrastructure Minister Michelle Haywood is to host a drop-in session about proposed 20mph speed limits next week.
Bus driver strike ballot closes today
Bus drivers have until the end of today to decide if they back taking strike action.
High School reprimanded over data protection practices
An Island high school has been given a reprimand by the Information Commissioner over its data protection practices.
Met Office issues yellow weather warning
A yellow weather warning has been issued for coastal overtopping overnight.
MHK: Removing bishop's Tynwald vote would 'end 1,000 years of history'
An Onchan MHK is urging people to contact their Tynwald members over moves to strip the bishop of their parliamentary vote.
Pest problems force changes to Ramsey hospital services
Manx Care says a number of services will move out of Ramsey Cottage Hospital as it deals with a pest control issue.
Custom and Excise to leave quayside site
Customs and Excise is leaving its offices next to Douglas Railway Station.
Fancy getting your hands on a TT rider's equipment?
There's a chance to get your hands on a TT star's equipment this week.
Cannan says government's implementing all Covid review changes
Chief Minister Alf Cannan says the government is working on bringing in all changes recommended by an independent review of the Island's response to the pandemic.
Student asking for your housing market experiences for dissertation
A student's asking you to share about your housing market experiences as he puts his undergraduate dissertation together.
Keeping MiCard will cost less than £500k
Treasury Minister Alex Allinson says keeping the MiCard system for benefits and pensions will cost less than the £500,000 originally thought.
DoI only asked once to change colour of MER sign
The government's only been asked once to light up the Manx Electric Railway sign for a special event.
Burst water pipe affecting Onchan's supply
Manx Utilities says there's been a burst water main in Onchan this morning, Wednesday, December 3.
MHKs postpone debate on bishop losing parliamentary vote
The House of Keys has decided to postpone a debate which could see the Island's Lord Bishop lose their vote in parliament.
Isle of Man cat turns up in Liverpool - is he yours?
Has your cat gone on holiday to Merseyside?
Government unveils Food & Drink Festival replacement
Business Isle of Man says a new event called the Big Manx Feast will replace the Island's Food and Drink Festival next year.
Company "wants to leave Onchan Raceway", commissioners told
Onchan commissioners say they don't want to buy assets belonging to the company running the town's raceway.
Charity footy tournaments for Rebecca House
A series of football tournaments around the Island will raise cash for charity this month.
Church wedding and funeral fees set to rise
Getting married in church could be about to get more expensive.
Airport warns wrapped gifts might have to be opened at security
Don't take wrapped presents through airport security - in case they need to be inspected.
Southern charities can apply for grants from this week
From this week charities in the south of the Island can apply for funding from a scheme involving the civic amenity site.
New Irish Sea windfarm gets go-ahead from UK government
A huge new windfarm between the Isle of Man and Liverpool has been given the green light by the UK government.
Will cloud clear to give Northern Lights show?
The Isle of Man could be getting a spectacular light show tomorrow night!
Plans to stop sewage being released into sea from toilets
The Department of Infrastructure says it wants to improve sewage on Peel Breakwater to stop it being released directly into the sea.
Island-wide dress down day for grief charity this week
A grief charity is holding an Island-wide dress down day this month.
Should election candidates publish business interests?
Should candidates in elections have to publish their business interests before people vote for them?
Village's High Street now closed for works
A village's main street is now closed for over a week for road works.
Employment laws among those to be discussed in Keys today
The House of Keys sits later, to discuss laws covering employment, income tax and education.
Gov launches cyber security advent calendar
The Island's Cyber Security Centre is launching its own special advent calendar this month.
Men's support group needs volunteers for new branch
A local men's support group is opening a new branch in Peel.
18 girls and 23 boys born last month
41 babies were born on the Isle of Man last month.
Bushy's stamps to celebrate milestone anniversary
A special set of stamps has been released to mark 40 years of Bushy's beer.
Government report shows population grew to 84,756
The Island's population grew to 84,756 last year - up 271 on 2023's total.
Christmas-themed 50p coins unveiled
The Isle of Man is to get six new coins to celebrate Christmas.
DOI doesn't keep track of parking fine income
Infrastructure Minister Michelle Haywood says her department doesn't track how much money is brought in from parking fines.
Road work postponed due to rain
The Department of Infrastructure says it's putting off resurfacing work on a road in the north of the Island today.
Domino's announces Ramsey opening date
Pizza fans in Ramsey will get an early Christmas present this year.
Temporary lights for Douglas Prom work
There'll be temporary traffic lights on Douglas Promenade this week while road repairs take place.
New Bill would mean RE classes no longer 'mainly Christian'.
A landmark Bill being introduced to the House of Keys this week would mean changes to religious education in schools.
Race team's future in doubt after bikes stolen
A UK husband and wife say their team's TT and MGP future could be in doubt after thieves struck at the weekend.
Ramsey celebrates Bonfire Night this weekend
Ramsey Commissioners say they'll finally hold their fireworks display this weekend.
What will happen when we run out of number plate letters?
What's going to happen when we run out of letters in the alphabet for car number plates?
Yellow weather warning for heavy rain extended
A yellow weather warning for heavy rain has been extended this morning.
Ten long-term prisoners from off-Island in Jurby
The justice and home affairs minister says there are currently 10 long-term prisoners from off-Island in Jurby.
Southern tip signs new 25-year lease
The Southern Civic Amenity Site says signing a new lease means it can go ahead with improvements next year.
Local authority wants £187k to improve street lights
Braddan commissioners have applied for permission to borrow more than £187,000 to improve street lighting in the area.
Hospital bus stops to be unavailable this week
Manx Care says the bus stops at Noble's Hospital will move for a day this week as new equipment is installed.
Firefighters called to kitchen fire
Fire crews were called to a kitchen fire in the West of the Island this morning, Sunday, November 30.
Yellow weather warning for rain tonight
The Ronaldsway Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for heavy rain tonight.
Twelve-marathon challenge has already raised over £10k
A local man aiming to run 12 marathons in 12 days has already raised nearly £10,000 for the Children's Hospice.
Fire crews deal with utility room blaze
Fire crews dealt with a blaze in Castletown yesterday evening.
Post Office suspends mail to Venezuela
There's some bad news if you have Christmas cards or gifts for Venezuela.
Mountain Road closed due to snowfall
The police say the whole of the Mountain Road has been shut due to snow.
Yellow weather warning for snow and ice
The Ronaldsway Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for snow and ice.
Local authority homes could be improved
Local authority homes in Braddan could be getting improvements - if commissioners are given permission to borrow money for the work.
Questions about waiting times for stomach procedures
An MHK wants to know about waiting times for procedures which help diagnose stomach problems.
Planned changes to employment laws to be read in Keys
Planned changes to employment laws will be introduced to the House of Keys next week.
Peel's up next for Christmas lights!
Peel's up next to switch on its Christmas lights today.
Replacing care home may take years
Replacing a care home in the North might take two to three years, according to the government.
Liverpool ferries resume as delayed terminal works finish
Ferries to Liverpool are starting again today as work on the ferry terminal has now been completed.
Liverpool Ferry Terminal wins UK architecture award
The Island's Ferry Terminal in Liverpool has won a UK architecture award.
MHK to ask about protection for rent deposits
An MHK will quiz Infrastructure Minister Michelle Haywood about rent deposits in the House of Keys next week.
Health minister's LinkedIn hacked
The health minister says her LinkedIn account has been hacked.
Tynwald committee to look into opportunities for youth
A Tynwald committee will hear evidence from education bosses next week as it looks into opportunities for young people.
Cannan welcomes stronger ties between UK and Manx police
The chief minister says it's important Manx police keep working with their British counterparts.
Sign up for the Parish Walk from next week
Registrations for the Parish Walk will open next week.
Drop-in HIV tests to mark World AIDS Day
Manx Care says it's holding a special drop-in clinic for HIV testing next week.
Sophie Ellis-Bextor announces Villa gig!
There'll be murder on the dance floor in the Villa next July!
Police say you haven't won the Euro lottery
Police say you haven't won the lottery - and shouldn't fall for a scam!
Ferries now planned to depart on time
The Steam Packet's announced this evening's ferries will set off on time.
Plaque unveiled to honour Ukraine's Peel hero
A special plaque has been unveiled for an Island man who lost his life defusing Russian explosives in Ukraine.
Purr-fect new home found for Sandy the Cat
A cat who underwent lifesaving surgery after the public donated thousands of pounds has found a new home.
Chance to join the planning committee
Time's running out if you'd like to join the Island's planning committee.
Three-year project to tackle Braddan's problem trees
Braddan commissioners say a programme to tackle problem trees in the area will have to wait until next year.
Stop the spin and get on with Cummal Mooar work, says MHK
An MHK's hit out at the government over a meeting about a care home.
Xmas drink-driver caught within 24 hours of police campaign launch
Police say the first person caught after they launched an annual Christmas drink-drive campaign has been banned from the roads for three years.
Michael Dunlop scores historic hat-trick!
TT legend Michael Dunlop has made history by being named MCN's Rider of the Year for the third time in a row.
MHK to query Island's immigration rules
An MHK will ask about tightening up the Island's immigration rules when the House of Keys sits next week.
250 Santas signed up for dash!
More than 250 Santas have already signed up to take part in one of the Island's best-loved races.
Gov wants your views on scrutiny of public money
The government's launched a consultation which it says will improve how public finances are scrutinised.
Will the gov publish reports on Island's oil, gas, and coal deposits?
An MHK will push for any government reports into the Island's oil, gas and coal deposits to be published.
Charity gives sneak look inside cancer centre
A charity's given a first glimpse of a new cancer centre as it prepares to open next year.
Has the pandemic review brought in any changes?
Has the government brought in any of the recommendations from the Island's review of its handling of the pandemic?
Fancy owning a DOI street sweeper?
Fancy owning a real street sweeper?
Chief Minister meets David Lammy in 'high-level' talks
The Island's chief minister met with the head of the UK's Ministry of Justice this week.
Manx athletes to head to India for 2030 Commonwealth Games
Manx athletes will be heading to India for the 2030 Commonwealth Games.
Douglas Travelodge applies for sign permission
A new chain hotel planned for Douglas has applied for planning permission for illuminated signs.
Onchan ice rink bookings now open!
Bookings are now available for one of the Island's most popular festive attractions.
Weather threatens weekend Steam Packet sailings
The Steam Packet company says two of its sailings later this week may be at risk of disruption.
MHK queries cost of extending MiCard scheme
An MHK wants to know how much a government U-turn over benefits and pensions payments will cost.
No information about "immergration", says Treasury
The government has pointed out again it doesn't process illegal immigrants, after another Freedom of Information request on the subject.
No money for Castletown road work, says minister
The Department of Infrastructure doesn't currently have enough money to resurface Castletown's main streets.
TT course closure to fell trees
A busy section of the TT course will close for two days next weekend.
20mph on agenda for first local authority to get limits
New 20mph speed limits will be up for discussion when Port St Mary commissioners meet next week.
Gales set to buffet Island later
The Island could be up for a wet and windy few days, according to forecasters.
Should 20mph road markings be in Manx as well as English?
There are no plans for to paint road markings in Manx in new 20mph zones.
Exercise tests emergency services response
The Department of Home Affairs says an exercise has simulated a major incident on the roads.
Event to help new islanders settle in tomorrow
An event tomorrow will help newcomers to the Island settle in and meet new friends.
Over £300k spent on tackling youth crime
Over £300,000 has been spent by the police on tackling youth crime in a year.
Botanical garden would get upgrade under plans
A botanical garden in Santon could get a new meeting room for its visitors, if planners approve new proposals.
Driving theory test contract details can't be released
The Department of Infrastructure says it can't give out details of its theory test contract with the Island's college because it's commercially sensitive.
The Bishop gets TikTok
The Island's diocese has launched a new TikTok account featuring the bishop!
Tobacco tax among changes in response to UK budget
Treasury Minister Alex Allinson says government's assessing how measures announced by the UK chancellor today will affect the Island.
Strix chief executive to stand down
Strix chief executive Mark Bartlett says he'll step down from the post next year.
Proclaimers announce Douglas gig
The Proclaimers will be playing in Douglas next year.
Manx Care ambulance worker tribunal dismissed
An employment tribunal's found an ambulance worker wasn't discriminated against, harassed or constructively dismissed by Manx Care.
Don't let thieves ruin your Xmas!
Police are warning people not to fall victim to crime over the festive season.
Blackberry Lane one-way for gas leak work
A gas leak means a busy road in Onchan will be one-way for a week.
Port St Mary car park 'for visitors and residents only'
A local authority's issued a stern warning about parking.
Drop-in session for MiCard users without bank accounts
A special government drop-in session will be held today for people on benefits or pensions who don't have bank accounts.
More traffic calming if 20mph signs don't work?
More traffic calming could be brought in if signs alone don't slow motorists in new 20mph zones.
Public meeting to oppose digital ID plans
A public meeting to oppose the introduction of digital IDs will be held in Douglas this week.
Good hotels response to child exploitation operation
Police say they're pleased with the results of an operation to test how well hotels safeguard against child exploitation.