Sharks return to Manx waters
Months of patience have finally been rewarded with the busiest day in over two years for a local marine research group.The Manx Basking Shark Watch (MBWS) completed almost a year’s science in a day...
View ArticleCharity’s ‘overwhelming’ fundraising milestone
A Manx charity that helps boys with a degenerative condition is celebrating a major fundraising landmark.In just eight months Finley’s Tracks, which aims to provide assistance to local boys who live...
View ArticleSt Catherine’s concert series
A series of concerts being held at St Catherine’s church in Port Erin continues next week.Castletown Metropolitan Silver Band will perform on Thursday, August 27, Lon Dhoo Male Voice Choir on September...
View ArticleJames and Jean-Pierre through to the finals of Chef of the Year
Local produce proved the recipe for success in the Chef of the Year and Student Chef of the Year competitions at the weekend.James Stubbs from The Courthouse in Athol Street, Douglas, and Jean-Pierre...
View ArticleMillennium Way walk will remember Lisa
The Lisa Lowe Appeal Walk is being revived by Manx Cancer help.It will take place on Sepember 27 for the first time since 2007.Participants will walkthe Millennium Way and walk 28 miles from Sky Hill...
View ArticlePlans to nurture Manx sporting talent
Government body Isle of Man Sport has announced plans to improve the development of sporting talent in the island.Expressions of interest are being sought from individuals to work with sports clubs,...
View ArticleProgress soon on Bay Queen site
Progress is imminent on redeveloping the Bay Queen Hotel site in Port St Mary.Hartford Homes’ website said the site has: ‘Luxury apartments with stunning views of Port St Mary and Gansey bay. Status:...
View ArticleReport published into aircraft collision at Isle of Man Airport
A report into an accident that occurred at Isle of Man Airport during TT week has been published.An aircraft had its wing severed when it crashed into a stationary plane.A privately-owned Cessna 182F...
View ArticleConsultation on Isle of Man’s new financial crime bill
Two government consultations could pave the way for new legislation to help combat financial crime in the island.High on the agenda will be measures to control money laundering and funds used to...
View ArticleShould the island tax plastic bags?
Should the island introduce a tax on plastic bags.It will soon be the only place in the British Isles that doesn’t have one.The Examiner talks to environmentalists who say we should introduce one.This...
View ArticleOwner of dog that bit child comes forward
A woman whose dog bit a child in Douglas on Sunday has come forward to the police.It happened in Ballakermeen Avenue...
View ArticleLiberal Vannin candidates get seats without elections
Two Liberal Vannin candidates are to become councillors in Douglas after they were the only ones to put their names forward for two by-elections.Cat Turner and Claire Wells have been returned unopposed...
View ArticleQuo star John Coghlan returns to the Isle of Man
One of the original members of rock band Status Quo is set to perform at the Villa Marina during Festival of Motorcycling later this month.John Coghlan’s Quo will perform at the Villa Marina in Douglas...
View ArticleRevamp of Manx tax should help low paid, says Treasury Minister
Proposals put forward in the February’s budget will simplify the income tax system and should leave some of the lowest paid workers better off, Treasury Minister Eddie Teare has said.Mr Teare was...
View ArticleManx Financial Group posts interim results
Manx Financial Group PLC, the AIM listed Isle of Man based financial services group, has announced its interim results.The Group, which includes Conister Bank Limited and Edgewater Associates Limited,...
View ArticleWhat regulations should be imposed on shops that sell cigarettes?
Public views are being sought on plans to impose more regulations on shops that sell cigarettes.It is part of government’s work to implement the island’s tobacco strategy, a key component of which is...
View ArticleManx culture proves a hit at Festival Interceltique de Lorient in Brittany
Manx music, dance, art, literature, food and drink, crafts, cultural and tourist information were shared with more than 800,000 people at Festival Interceltique de Lorient in Brittany. The good news is...
View ArticleJohnny’s buzzing about Forecast 5
Businessman Johnny Kipps has the buzz for business as he prepares to introduce an ‘exciting’ software programme to the island.Mr Kipps, 69, of Castletown is a keen beekeeper in his spare time and plays...
View ArticleCrowds flock to port to join in great celebration of the sea
Thousands of people joined in Port St Mary’s Queenie Festival and Celebration of the Sea at the weekend.The fine, dry weather helped to attract the crowds and they streamed onto the Alfred pier where...
View ArticleCouncil motion for on-the-spot fines for dog fouling
Irresponsible dog owners who let their pets foul footpaths could soon be landed with on-the-spot fines if Douglas councillors have their way.A motion by Douglas councillors has called for a change in...
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