2023 was a record year for seal pup births for the Isle of Man.
That's according to Manx Wildlife Trust Marine Officer Lara Howe.
Speaking to 3FM, she said the population is doing really well, with Trust volunteers monitoring the pups that are born on the Calf of Man every autumn.
Lara told us that in total 96 seal births were recorded, the highest number born since the Trust started their surveys in 2009.
Lavender business hosting charity weeding day
Fancy pulling some weeds in exchange for charity donations?
No discussions about creating separate Island immigration route
The government hasn't had any talks with the UK about creating a separate settlement pathway for migrants on the Island.
Roads starting to open
TT organisers say the roads open car has started making its way around the course.
Yacht in distress rescued by lifeboat
Ramsey RNLI says it was called out to rescue a yacht off the coast of Douglas earlier this week.
Four sailings rescheduled for TT race week
The Steam Packet's announced the rescheduling of a number of ferries.
Memorial service tonight for ferry lost in WW2
The memorial service to a Steam Packet ferry sunk during WWII will take place this evening.
Biker stopped doing 70 in 50 zone - with pillion
Police are reiterating warnings about speeding after three more riders were caught at more than 70mph in a 50 zone.
Doug Barrowman company dissolved
A company founded by Island businessman Doug Barrowman has been dissolved.
