Drug agency’s advice to island users of Ecstasy
The island’s Drug Advice Service and Helpline is warning users of Ecstasy to be aware of the risks after a number of deaths across the UK in recent months.Shelly Stanley, director of service, said that...
View ArticlePerformers unlock the history of ancient fortress
It was a vibrant week at Castle Rushen, as open air dramatics, theatrical tours and musical performances made up the Unlocked weekend at one of the Isle of Man’s most historic and iconic...
View ArticleTynwald’s congratulations on the birth of the next-but-two Lord of Mann
President of Tynwald Clare Christian has congratulated the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge on the birth of their son on behalf of Tynwald.Mrs Christian said: ‘It was with great pleasure that we welcomed...
View ArticleService to mark 40th anniversary of Summerland fire tragedy
A service and dedication of a memorial to mark the 40th anniversary of the Summerland fire disaster will be held on Friday, August 2, at the Kaye Memorial Garden, Queen’s Promenade, Douglas, at 7.45pm....
View ArticleVandals scratch cars parked outside homes
A number of cars were damaged in the area of York Road in Douglas on Monday evening.The culprits scratched the vehicles, which were parked outside their home addresses overnight.A police spokesman...
View ArticleGood news for bee population
This week, Cat Turner, secretary of the Isle of Man Friends of the Earth, looks at new legislation which aims to protect bees--------------------This column has had plenty to say in the past about how...
View ArticleTaxing issue turns out to be a process of give and take
The last time I had any dealings with Dr Malcolm Couch, an amiable gentleman, it was to do with me parting with a substantial sum of money, on his urging, to the Manx Treasury. Now he is giving me...
View ArticleS100 club thanks people for support
Members of the Southern 100 Motorcycle Club have offered condolences to families of the three riders who lost their lives during this year’s event and have given assurances the races will continue in...
View ArticleOne civil servant has been suspended since April this year
One civil servant has been suspended on full pay since April 1 this year.Alfred Cannan, chairman of the Civil Service Commission, said that no additional cost had been incurred following the...
View ArticleCentralised government purchasing saves taxpayer £2m, claims Treasury
Introduction of a centralised government procurement service has helped generate savings of more than £2 million over the past two years.Treasury Minister Eddie Teare said that before a specialist...
View ArticleBiodiversity is worth £40m to the Manx economy
Biodiversity brings benefits worth at least £40 million a year to the Manx economy, according to a recent study.And this could be just the tip of the iceberg, believes Environment Minister Phil Gawne...
View ArticleGermaine Greer
Germaine Greer is to be the after-dinner guest speaker at this year’s Institute of Chartered Secretaries and Admiistrators (ICSA) annual dinner, sponsored by RBS International, at Mount Murray Hotel...
View ArticleCompany joins the island’s Aerospace Cluster
The company which guides businesses through complex but increasingly important ISO certification standards has been invited to join the influential Isle of Man Aerospace Cluster (IOMAC). The invitation...
View ArticleEvent to mark end of Lung Cancer Fund charity
A barbecue lunch will take place at the home of Peter and Julia Vanderpump on Sunday (July 28) to celebrate the achievements of the Lung Cancer Fund as it closes.After 22 years of fundraising the Lung...
View ArticlePupils hit the right notes
Two school choirs have released a CD to raise money for nurture provision.Cronk-y-Berry School and St Ninian’s High School’s choirs launched the CD with a concert at St Ninian’s lower school’s site at...
View ArticleDon’t take a dip in the island’s reservoirs
People are being warned that it is illegal to swim in the island’s reservoirs.The Water and Sewerage Authority has sent out a message reminding the public of the dangers of swimming in inland waters,...
View ArticleGym business is dream come true
Elite Fitness will be operating from 6am to 9pm every weekday and is based on Spring Valley Industrial Estate.Saturday hours are 8am to 5pm and on Sunday it will be 9am to 4pm.Business News visited the...
View ArticleThanks for making us feel so welcome
Finance officials from small countries have praised the island for its warm welcome.The fifth Small Countries Financial Management Programme took place at the Nunnery last week before moving on to...
View ArticlePupil-led changes leads to award
Democracy is in action at Michael School, where the 10-strong council has its own, dedicated notice-board on which it displays minutes of its meetings and details of its decision-making.The school...
View ArticleCarina swims English Channel
Swimmer Carina Crawford was part of a team that successfully swam the English Channel – at their second attempt.The team were determined to touch land in France after their first attempt, which because...
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