Kindhearted people on the Island are being warned not to let people take advantage of their generosity.
It's after someone tried to scam a community Facebook page for Port Erin.
Those responsible posted on the page claiming to need just £2.90 for their meter and providing a Paypal account to donate to.
But the Island doesn't have prepaid gas meters, giving their game away.
It's the latest scam to hit a local Facebook page - they're often easy for fraudsters to join and post to.
Ferry sailings cancelled because of bad weather
The Steam Packet Company has cancelled two sailings in the face of bad weather.
Snow for New Year's Day?
The Island could see a white start to the New Year, with snow expected later this week.
Pet shop needs support after pre-Xmas premises blow
A shop in Ramsey is urgently appealing for your support after its building was deemed unsafe.
Will Island get World War 2 Bank Holiday?
The government's announced its list of Bank Holidays for 2025.
Buy only five new clothing items to save environment
Limiting yourself to buying just five new items of clothing next year could help the environment, according to the Department of Environment, Food and Agriculture.
Did you see bus stop fight in Castletown?
Police are asking for witnesses to come forward after a fight in the south of the Island yesterday.
New Year's Eve aurora?
The Isle of Man could be in for more than just fireworks this New Year's Eve - with the possibility of northern lights.
New email scam targeting manx.net users
Manx.net email users are being warned about a new scam targeting them.
