Douglas Coastguard is warning members of the public against using old flares this weekend ahead of Bonfire Night.
It says people are sometimes tempted to set off the flares in the belief that they won’t be noticed amongst the fireworks.
However the flares can cause unnecessary distress reports, which always have to be responded to, and if they are out of date could be dangerous.
Anyone who has expired pyrotechnics should notify the
Coastguard who will safely dispose of them.
New charity shop opening in the West this weekend
Hospice Isle of Man is set to open its new charity shop in the West this weekend.
Two ferries cancelled, two at risk
The Steam Packet says two ferries have been cancelled today.
MHK asks where college students live
The vast majority of University College Isle of Man's students live in the east of the Island, with 1,321.
High tide overtopping warnings issued
Forecasters are warning about more coastal overtopping - issuing two weather warnings.
16 local economy help requests turned down
A total of 16 applications from town centre businesses have been rejected from getting help from government support schemes.
Bad weather could disrupt sailings on Thursday and Friday
The Steam Packet company says it'll make a decision tomorrow morning about two sailings under threat of disruption.
Chance to lease Peel cafe
A popular café in Peel has gone on the market for lease.
Michael residents face 23.6% rates rise
Michael Commissioners have announced a rise of more than 23 per cent to this year's rates.
