The Chief Minister has said strong GCSE and A-level results bode well for the future of the Island.
860 pupils collected their GCSE grades this week, with a record pass rate of 69 per cent.
Increased numbers are staying on for sixth form with the overall aim to progress onto university.
Mr Bell says it reflects very well on the hard work of Manx students (audio):
Man denies stealing equipment from boat
A man has appeared in court by live link from his bed to deny charges of theft and a public order offence.
Hospitality tax cuts not feasible, says chief minister
Chief Minister Alf Cannan says tax cuts requested by the hospitality industry have to take into account the costs of government services.
Flour mill wants to replace rotting windows
Laxey's historic flour mill has applied to replace windows and doors.
Restaurant worker awarded £1,800 by tribunal
A hospitality worker has won an employment tribunal against a restaurant that's gone into liquidation.
Police dog dies
A well-known police dog has died.
Man admits having knife at Sea Terminal
A traveller was found carrying a credit card knife while trying to board a ferry to the UK, a court's heard.
Animal care guides to be considered by Tynwald
New codes of practice for looking after pets look set to be passed by Tynwald next month.
Register for your say in area plan inquiry
If you want your say on the Island's Area Plan for the North and West, you have just over two weeks to register for a public inquiry.
