The face of the Island’s countryside will change forever due to a tree disease spreading through the plantations.
That's according the Department of Environment, Food and Agriculture (DEFA) - which says an outbreak of Phytophtora Ramorum means thousands of larch trees are being killed off.
In an effort to combat the issue, DEFA has employed a UK contractor to help fell affected areas at cost of £2 million.
Minister Phil Gawne says it could be devastating if action isn’t taken:
Hundreds of companies set for removal from register
The Company Registry says more than 400 companies will be removed in eight weeks' time.
Pharmacy applies to give TLC to former Peel bank
A former bank in Peel could be getting a facelift under new plans.
Ballajora bluebell butchery sparks bitter criticism
Residents in Maughold are bloomin' angry - after banks of bluebells near the Manx Electric Railway line were cut down.
Your views wanted on moves to cut dentist waiting list
The Department of Health and Social Care is asking for your experiences of efforts to cut dentist waiting lists.
MHK to query car tax changes in Tynwald
An MHK will ask about people who've ignored government moves to put car tax online in Tynwald this month.
Police issue pre-TT warning over licences and insurance
Make sure you have the right licence and insurance for your bike before turning up for TT!
Minor Injuries Unit reopens next week
Manx Care says Ramsey Cottage Hospital's Minor Injuries Unit will reopen next week.
DOI considering more restrictions for young drivers
New drivers could soon face more restrictions - but not until after the election.
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