A total of 1,277 people are set to take part in this weekend's Parish Walk.
The iconic endurance event will be going ahead from 8am on Saturday, June 20.
This year's figure compares to 1,279 competitors who walked it last year.
Competitors will be walking along the 85-mile course through all 17 of the Island's parishes, though only a minority last the whole distance.
Hospitality firms owe £2.8 million in VAT
A total of 79 hospitality and entertainment firms have owed £2.8 million in VAT for more than three months.
Minister: avoid cheap homemade drinks when abroad
Cabinet Office Minister David Ashford says public health will continue issuing guidance to Manx residents to stay safe abroad.
Dogs to be welcomed onto Douglas beach all year round?
Douglas Council says it's planning to relax its by-laws to allow dogs onto the capital's beach all year round.
Man who walked across America plans Manx challenge
A man who walked 2,000 miles across America for men's mental health is coming to the Island for a new challenge.
Landmark bridge to open to pedestrians during repair works
The Department of Infrastructure says Ramsey's Swing Bridge will open to pedestrians during essential repair work.
Tributes paid to North Douglas MHK
Tributes are being paid to Douglas North MHK John Wannenburgh.
Chance to see solar eclipse next week
The Isle of Man will darken slightly earlier next week - for a partial eclipse of the sun.
Total of 74 babies born last month
There were 74 babies born on the Island last month.
