An Onchan MHK says he doesn’t expect much support from the Lottery Trust as he bids to re-purchase a local youth centre.
Peter Karran is attempting to raise £100,000 to buy Kenyon’s from the district’s commissioners, who he sold it to in 2005.
The local authority wants to sell the site and provide other youth services elsewhere.
The Liberal Vannin leader has already started a fundraising effort but admits he faces an almighty task to find the significant sum of money (audio):
Chance to meet candidates in Foxdale
A requisition meeting for Glenfaba and Peel will be held in Foxdale later.
Charity shop urges good causes to get in touch
If your good cause could do with a bit of a boost, a charity shop in the west of the Island has just the thing.
UK air traffic control problems could affect Island flights
Ronaldsway Airport is warning about possible flight delays today.
MGP organisers 'saddened' by fan's criticisms
Manx Grand Prix organisers say they're saddened by comments form a long-term fan who says he won't be returning to the meeting.
Proxy vote deadline approaching
The deadline for applying to appoint someone to vote on your behalf is approaching.
Huge drop in benefit fraud figures
The amount of wrongly-claimed benefits on the Island fell by more than 60 per cent last year, according to the Treasury.
Election meeting in St Johns this week
A requisition meeting for Glenfaba and Peel will be held in St Johns tomorrow.
19 weeks of work shuts part of Peel prom today
Part of Peel Promenade will close for almost five months from today.
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