Firefighters were called to a house fire in Port Erin yesterday after wood for a stove caught fire.
It happened in Ballafesson at 3.15pm.
On arrival crews found the living room heavily smoke logged – they extinguished the fire and then ventilated the property.
The Isle of Man Fire and Rescue Service says it continues to be called to fires caused because of logs being stored against the hot external surface of wood burners.
Company launches TV and screen acting course
A new weekly acting class is hoping to produce the Island's stars of the future.
Yellow weather warning for frost and ice tonight
Ronaldsway Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning about freezing conditions tonight.
Warning over TT accommodation scam
There's a warning to TT fans only to book homestay accommodation through official channels - after concerns over a scammer advertising a property that wasn't theirs.
Island could get New Year's Eve aurora
If you were hoping for fireworks on New Year's Eve, you may be in for an even better spectacle!
Government to remove gender-specific language in immigration laws
The government's planning to update its immigration laws by removing gender-specific references.
New landfill tax features in government waste strategy
The government says it's planning a possible landfill tax to encourage recycling.
Manx Care warns of busy week over New Year
Manx Care is reminding people to plan ahead this New Year as its services face high demand.
Last chance to take part in birdwatching race
There's still time to take part in a unique Island race this year - and you don't need to go further than your garden!
