Firefighters were forced to close a road in Kirk Michael yesterday so they could tackle a hedge fire.
Bollyn Road was closed at 2pm to ensure the safety of the fire crews and passing motorists.
The fire was brought under control in an hour – no damage was caused to boundary fences or livestock in the adjoining fields.
Plans to make northern school more accessible
The Department of Education says it wants to make a school in the north of the Island more accessible.
Government fully committed to min wage rise
Chief Minister Alf Cannan says the government is fully committed to a 9.9 per cent rise in the Island's minimum wage.
Airport director apologises for 'unusual circumstances' which returned flight
The airport director's apologised for the 'unusual circumstances' which meant an easyJet flight had to return to Liverpool over the weekend, despite landing at Ronaldsway.
Garage staff get body cams to tackle abuse and theft
An Island filling station company says it'll try out bodyworn cameras to help deter shoplifting and verbal abuse against its staff.
Manxman expected in Heysham around midday, says Steam Packet
The Steam Packet Company says the Manxman should arrive in Heysham shortly after midday following an incident earlier.
Carbon literacy training is for legal requirements, says DEFA
The Department of Environment, Food and Agriculture says carbon literacy training for its staff means they can meet legal requirements.
Manxman returns to port following medical emergency
The Manxman's had to return to Douglas because of a medical emergency on board.
Video shows late Manx sculptor inspecting final work
A UK engineering firm has released a video of a famous Manx sculptor inspecting one of his final works, which was unveiled in St Johns earlier this year.
