The Forestry Directorate takes delivery of its first electric vehicle.
The Forestry Directorate has recently been handed the keys to a Polaris Ranger EV, its first electric vehicle.
DEFA claim the vehicle has less impact on the hill land in terms of both its physical impact, as well as its carbon footprint, and will offer a cost-saving on traditional vehicle fuels.
It has a top speed of 25 mph and its lack of engine noise will mean it's ideal for use in the Arboretum.
Peel sewage works hits milestone
A major milestone has been reached in Peel as a new sewage system gets up and running.
MHK to query gas buying for power generation
How much gas has the Island bought for winter power?
Yoga studio applies for sign permission
A yoga studio in Douglas has applied for retrospective planning permission for signs outside the building.
Yacht club worries over lifeboat retirement
A yacht club based in the south of the Island says it has reservations about Port St Mary losing one of its lifeboats.
One nuisance cyclist ticketed in more than three years
Douglas Council says it's had 13 complaints about cyclists in almost four years.
New ministerial post created by chief minister
The Isle of Man has a new ministerial job - and a minister to go with it.
Huge floating book fair to arrive in Douglas next month
The world's largest floating bookshop will be in Douglas for almost a fortnight next month.
Stay safe for Hop Tu Naa tonight
Police are asking trick or treaters to make sure they can be seen tonight.
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