Douglas Borough Council has been named a UNESCO Biosphere Isle of Man partner.
The authority has been recognised for its environmental credentials such as its efforts to reduce energy consumption and safeguarding natural resources.
Environmental services committee chairman Ritchie McNicholl says he's pleased the council has attained the accolade.
He added its series of initiatives along with preserving the boroughs heritage emphasise its efforts to be an 'environmentally responsible authority'.
Road closure to fell dead trees
The Old Castletown Road will shut near the Nunnery next month.
Ramsey's Tesco stores move to Merseyside
A Google glitch has relocated two Island Tesco stores 75 miles away.
Council plans Bottleneck improvements
Douglas Council says it wants to make a series of improvements at a car park on Douglas Promenade.
New landlord laws need more work, says minister
Infrastructure Minister Tim Crookall says he doesn't know when new laws about landlords and their properties will be finished.
Man drove over cocaine limit
A man who pleaded guilty to drug driving and public order offences has been fined a total of £1,000.
Road closed after fire
Part of a busy road in Douglas is closed this morning after a fire.
D-Day 80th to be marked with bagpipes
The 80th anniversary of the D-Day landings will be celebrated across the Island with 10 days of bagpipes.
Airport closes runway temporarily due to small aircraft incident
Isle of Man Airport have confirmed that the runway is currently closed following an incident involving a small aircraft.
