Onchan MHK Rob Callister says the increase in first-time and international visitors for this year's TT is a good sign for the long-term growth of the festival.
Over 16,000 new faces attended the 2018 event, the highest since those records began in 2010.
Meanwhile, the number of non-UK visitors was over 9,000, a rise of almost 50 per cent.
There was a slight decrease in the overall amount of people attending this year of 1.5 per cent
Bordello to reopen as Irish pub?
A nightclub which closed last year could return as a theme pub.
Final 'Listening To You' gov roadshow comes to Ramsey tonight
The last in a series of government roadshows will take place this evening in the North.
Small shark tagging crews rewarded for efforts by MWT
Two local fishing crews have been rewarded for their help on a shark tagging project.
Overdose investigation lands woman in court
Investigations into an overdose has landed a woman in court charged with two counts of drug dealing.
Ramsey attempted burglary sparks witness plea
Police are appealing for information after an attempted burglary in Ramsey earlier this week.
Dangerous driving death accused committed to higher court
A Douglas man facing trial for causing death by dangerous driving has been committed to a higher court.
Chance to help name baby gibbon!
Could you help name a rare gibbon at the Wildlife Park?
Drug dealer to appeal asset seizure
A drug dealer serving a 20-year sentence will be back in court later this month as he appeals a court decision on seizing the proceeds of his crimes.
