See your banker at the click of a switch
Island residents could soon be able to see their bankers face to face on computer screens as the ‘digital revolution’ moves ever faster, it has been claimed.Customers would be able to discuss banking...
View ArticleCompetition: Guy Martin book up for grabs
‘Speed and danger don’t always go together, but it’s proper fun when they do.’Guy Martin TT legend, speed junkie, world record holder, down-to-earth bike hero, is just a normal guy, driven by his...
View ArticleBadminton: Real chance of promotion for island side
The senior island team travelled to Newcastlelast weekend to continue its push for promotion in the Badminton England County Championship.First up for the Manx side in the North League Three...
View ArticleKeys given to tenants following upgrade of facility
Refurbished facilities for younger disabled adults were officially opened in Ramsey – when the key to one of the revamped flats was formally handed over to resident Danina Parpala.Thie Quinney...
View ArticleMake sure your driving licence is in date
Police spot checks last week uncovered three motorists whose driving licences had expired.A police spokeman said: ‘This is a good reminder to everyone to ensure that your licence and insurance...
View ArticleSteve Burrows to lead influential IT group
Isle of Man IT expert, Steve Burrows has been appointed as the new chairman of a major UK Information Technology body. BCS ELITE (Effective Leadership in IT) is, with 3,000 members, the UK’s lead group...
View ArticleGreg’s joy at being in 50 most influential’ list
Well known island businessman Greg Ellison has been named as one of eprivateclient’s ‘50 Most Influential’ individuals in the private wealth sector in 2016.He is chief executive officer of Boston Multi...
View ArticleNew home on schedule for summer completion date
A residential home being built in Douglas is making good headway and is likely to be completed in the summer.The home is being built on the site of the old Salisbury Street bus garages which were...
View ArticleCountdown to privatisation as three UK firms comprise shortlist to run Villa
The countdown to the possible privatisation of the Villa Marina and Gaiety Theatre has begun.Three private operators, which each operate major venues in the UK, have been shortlisted and have been...
View ArticleEarly Christmas treat as Vagas take on Ramsey at Mooragh
While most clubs have an eye on the Christmas do and last-minute shopping, Ramsey and Vagabonds have a huge game to consider this weekend.The two are due to meet at Mooragh Park on Saturday afternoon...
View ArticleWe need new approach to rebalancing finances, says Cannan
Backbench MHK Alfred Cannan renewed his call in Tynwald for a different approach to the rebalancing of public finances.Mr Cannan suggested there should be a spending review to identify which services...
View ArticleReplacement bridge for village in place for next TT
A new bridge in lower Laxey to replace the one that collapsed in flash floods should be open to traffic in time for the next TT, Tynwald was told this week.But Chief Minister Allan Bell told the court...
View ArticleManx Sound Exchange: Rock and metal tribute acts take centre stage
It’s all about the rock this weekend as two of the local rock and metal behemoth’s battle it out on opposite sides of the island! Firstly, Saturday night sees the final live event in the Amber Bar gig...
View ArticleTaser seized in police raid
Police officers yesterday recovered cocaine, some cash and a ‘mobile stun device’ or Taser from an addess in Ramsey.A 25-year-old man was arrested and detained on suspicion of possession of controlled...
View ArticleFire service’s five-year strategic plan revealed
The fire and rescue service has published a five-year strategic plan that will underpin its vision of ‘Making the Island Safer’.The document, which was laid before Tynwald this week, is aimed at...
View ArticleSwitch to gas to save planet, says Gawne
The ‘switch to gas’ in social housing is important to tackle climate change, a government Minister told Tynwald.But Infrastructure Minister Phil Gawne’s comments were greeted with incredulity by some...
View ArticleMillions are invested in housing
Housing chiefs say they are adopting ‘innovative new ways of working’ to meet the demand for affordable homes.As well as providing financial assistance to first-time buyers, the government’s housing...
View ArticleGraduation for Lloyds Bank apprentices
Twenty young people celebrated after graduating in a pioneering apprenticeship scheme with Lloyds Bank.The youngsters, said to be setting a shining example, were praised at a special ceremony last...
View ArticleWeather continues to play havoc with football fixtures
Isle of Man FA fixtures guru Tony Mepham must beginning to wonder when he’ll catch a break.Laxey’s Cu-Plas Railway Cup semi-final with holders St George’s was called-off for a third time on Wednesday...
View ArticlePolice to do the New Year dip in uniform
The police force is asking the public for support as five of its officers take on the New Year’s Day dips in Douglas Bay, raising funds for Manx Cancer Help. People are asked to ‘Pledge £1 for a...
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