The Mayor of Douglas, Jon Joughin, will continue the post for the 2019-2020 municipal year.
The decision was announced in a special private meeting of Douglas Borough Council late last week.
Mr Joughin signalled his intention to accept the office if it's confirmed at the annual council meeting on Wednesday, May 8.
He was born in Edinburgh but has been an Island resident for over 54 years, and has previously served as a councillor and an MHK for Douglas East.
Manx resident caught-up in Georgian protests
An Island resident caught up in protests in Georgia says he's been questioned by police - who couldn't understand his Manx identification.
Hebridean Sky cruise ship arrives today
The west of the Island is getting its first visit of the year from a cruise ship today.
Number of children who committed crimes after police intervention not known, says MHK
The Island's Justice Minister says she doesn't know how many children have committed offences after interventions from the police early action team.
Biker seriously injured after van pulled out, Court hears
A court's heard a biker was left seriously injured after a van pulled out as she overtook it during TT.
Tynwald Day and rehearsal road closures announced
Road closures for the Island's National Day - and a rehearsal of the event - have been released.
Want to work at the Wildlife Park?
Would you like to look after small animals at the Wildlife Park?
Manx gov pays UK around £3.3m a year
The government says it's paying the UK around £3.3 million a year - but it's not sure what it's getting for its money.
Treasury Minister says Island's immigration service is 'busier than ever'
Treasury Minister Alex Allinson says the Island's immigration service is busier than ever - and the increased demand looks to be permanent.
