Chris Thomas last night became the latest member of the House of Keys.
Douglas Councillor Chris is taking the Douglas West seat, left vacant when Geoff Corkish was elected to the legislative council.
There was a below average turn out for the election, with just under 40% of the constituency turning out to vote.
He secured the seat with 676 votes with fellow Councillor John Skinner trailing by almost 300 votes.
Primary school opens new reading shed dedicated to storyteller
A new shed has been installed at a primary school in the north-east of the Island in memory of a man who read stories there.
Emergency road closure in Glen Vine until 1pm
A road in the West of the Island is closed until 1pm today for emergency repairs.
Don't jump into the unknown, warn IOMFRS
The Isle of Man Fire and Rescue Service are reminding people to be sensible before jumping into the sea.
Have you seen this car?
Police are appealing to the public to look out for a car which is the subject of an investigation.
2,542 calls to 999 last month
The emergency services responded to more than 2,400 callouts last month.
Community service for man who stole from brother
A man who stole thousands of pounds worth of items from his brother has been ordered to do community service.
Council to spend £40k on prom lights
Douglas Council will dip into reserves to pay for decorative lighting on the promenade sea wall.
Mountain Road due to reopen tonight
The Mountain Road remains closed today as roadworks continue.
