An Island man once recognised for his unique computer bus service is set to retire next month.
At an event at Sulby School on Tuesday the vehicle was switched off for the final time - Education Minister, Dr Alex Allinson MHK, is describing Mr Townsend as an 'innovator' and someone who's 'inspired several generations'.
For his vision, Mr Townsend was also recognised by tech giant Apple in 2014 which named him on a list of pioneers who made a profound impact with their computers.
MHK questions public sector worker overpayments
How many public sector workers have been overpaid - and then subject to stress and emotional harm?
Your chance to become weather forecaster!
Could you help forecast the Island's weather?
Company sets up TT hub
A new TT merchandise shop is going to replace a former nightclub in Douglas.
Are gas supplies being cut off illegally?
Questions about vulnerable customers having their gas cut off will be raised in the House of Keys next week.
TT footbridge construction to close road
Part of the TT course will shut tomorrow while a footbridge is installed.
Police name biker who died in Ballamodha crash
Police say a motorcyclist has died after a crash earlier this week.
Peel cars return home
There's a chance to see two of the world's smallest production cars, which have returned home this weekend.
Benefits claimant abused staff
A man frustrated over his benefits claim subjected government staff to a barrage of abuse.
