The Department of Health and Social Care is launching a new service to support bereaved families on the Island.
The Relative Support Service will be officially launched next Friday, September 15, when Hospice Isle of Man will unveil a room to house the scheme.
It was established in memory of 14 year old Jake Watson, who died last year after a severe asthma attack.
Jake's family will be present at the official launch event, which takes place close to the first anniversary of his death.
Manxman sailings cancelled today
This afternoon’s Manxman sailings have been cancelled due to the incoming bad weather.
New parent employment rights to start this Saturday
The Department of Enterprise says from November 1, parents will get stronger support with new shared parental and bereavement leave rights.
70% of cars fail police winter roadside checks
Police carried out their first roadside checkpoint last night, as part of 'Operation Uplift'.
Festival of Remembrance at the Villa next month
A special concert will be held to mark the 80th anniversary of WWII next month.
Planning fireworks? Let the airport know
The Isle of Man Airport's asking people to let the Civil Aviation Administration know about their firework displays.
FOI reveals nearly 90,000 untaxed vehicles
There are currently 89,519 untaxed vehicles on the Island.
Ramsey Remembrance service to be marked by maroon rockets
Ramsey commissioners say maroons will fire next month as the town holds its remembrance events.
MEDS phone line to be down temporarily
Manx Care says the phone line for Manx Emergency Doctors Service will be temporarily out of service tomorrow.
