Where should we build new homes?
Where should more than 5,000 new homes be built in the island?That’s one of the questions that a government consultation with the public is going to consider.The Department of Infrastructure is...
View ArticleCunningham House scout and guide HQ is up for sale
Cunningham House, the scout and guide headquarters in Murray’s Road in Douglas is to be sold.A spokesman for the Scouts’ Association said the property, jointly owned by the scouts and guides, was no...
View ArticleCrown post offices could be converted into sub post offices
The Isle of Man Post Office says it’s looking for alternatives to closing the island’s two crown post offices.It made its statement on the eve of a planned protest march in...
View ArticleJewellery stolen by burglars
The police have issued a number of photographs of jewellery stolen in recent burglaries in the Isle of Man.It seems that the culprit or culprits have been stealing easily portable items that might be...
View ArticleHead Road incident resolved
An incident in which Head Road, Douglas, was closed this evening (Friday) by the police has been resolved.A man has been arrested after a ‘domestic’ indident.A number of police vehicles and an...
View ArticleTrevor will co-ordinate sports coaching in the island
A new co-ordinated approach to coaching will pave the way for greater sporting success at all levels.That is the view of the government’s Isle of Man Sport organisation, which has appointed Trevor...
View ArticleStudy for a history and heritage degree in the Isle of Man
Students in the Isle of Man will be able to study for an honours degree in history and heritage from September.The programme will be taught at the Isle of Man College, with the degrees awarded by the...
View ArticleRegister for Parish Walk soon to get discount
Time is running out if you want to get the maximum discount on the entry fee for this year’s Parish Walk.Those entering before January 31 will pay £30, and customers of Manx Telecom, which sponsors the...
View ArticleHelp for people struggling with debt after Christmas
Talk to someone, prioritise your payments and seek advice if you’re facing debt issues.That’s the message from the Isle of Man Office of Fair Trading’s Debt Counselling Service, who have offered advice...
View ArticleAcclaimed blue grass band to hit Manx shores
Are you stuck in the post-festive doldrums, struggling with new year lethargy, sat staring into the freezing cold grip of January and can’t quite find the desire to get up and leave your house? Well...
View ArticleRevised measures against financial crime
The Department of Home Affairs is undertaking a public consultation on revised measures to protect the Isle of Man against financial crime.Feedback is being invited on an updated Anti-Money Laundering...
View ArticleStudents’ walk in memory of tireless charity worker
A group of students have completed a guided walk in memory of a tireless charity worker to raise money for the Manx Blind Welfare Society.Sophie Lord, a second year health and social care student at...
View ArticleBoard members sought for Manx Utilities Authority
The Council of Ministers is inviting applications for the appointment of two laypersons to the board of the Manx Utilities Authority (MUA).The MUA is a statutory board of Government that provides...
View ArticleChildren to plant trees
Hundreds of children will plant trees at the Children’s Wood at Conrhenny plantation, just outside Onchan, as part of the Trees for Life campaign.This will be the seventh year of the initiative which...
View ArticleRace pigs and raise funds for Manx Wildlife Trust
The Manx Wildlife Trust is holding a fundraising evening with a difference – A Night at the Pig Races!This racing extravaganza, comprising a fluffy mechanical flock of eight racing toys competing in...
View ArticleIsle of Man is a ‘true cultural powerhouse’
Island of Culture events director Michael Lees has said the Isle of Man is a ‘true cultural powerhouse’. Mr Lees was speaking at a reception to mark the conclusion of a year of island-wide cultural...
View Articleiomtoday spotlight: Paul Davenport
Paul Davenport is pipe major of Ellan Vannin Pipes and Drums.A recruitment drive was held earlier this week to encourage new players to join them. Paul is a self-employed e-Gaming and compliance...
View ArticleBatteries not included
Here is the most recent IT Matters column by Steve BurrowsThe seasonal festivities are over and the thoughts of many will be turning to saving money and losing weight. Older readers however will...
View ArticleBags of cash for charities
Manx Co-operative food stores are to stock a new range of longer-life reusable carrier bags, which as well as helping the environment will allow shoppers to raise bags of cash for good causes in the...
View ArticleFairtrade conference at Tynwald
A Fairtrade conference for Manx primary school children takes place on Thursday, January 29, at Government’s Tynwald buildings.Children attending the conference will hear a welcome by Tynwald President...
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