Childhood obesity is one of the greatest public challenges facing the Isle of Man today.
That's according to the Island's Director of Public Health, Dr Henrietta Ewart, in a report on the subject released today.
It says that around a quarter of Island children are overweight or obese at the age of five.
Adopting healthy lifestyles has been promoted as the first strategic goal of the Department of Health and Social Care in their five-year strategy.
TT campsite for Ramsey Rugby Club?
Ramsey promenade could be getting a new TT campsite next year, if planners give the go-ahead.
40 dilapidated properties on council's list
The Island's capital city has 40 dilapidated properties, according to Douglas Council.
Island to remember its fallen
Services are taking place around the Island today for Remembrance Sunday.
MHK wants to know how many children choose school meals over packed lunch
An MHK wants to know how many students are choosing school meals over packed lunches.
More people eligible for jury service under new rules
Vicars and priests would be allowed to do jury service in future, under new rules that'll be discussed by Tynwald this month.
House plans for former motor museum site
The site of a former motor museum on Glen Vine could become four new homes, if planners back new proposals.
No DEFA info on halal slaughtering
The Department of Environment, Food and Agriculture says it doesn't collect data on Halal slaughter at the Island's meat plant.
Port St Mary roadworks start next month
Initial work on rebuilding Port St Mary High Street will start next month.
