There's good news for farmers bringing home the bacon this month - with changes to subsidies for pigs.
When Tynwald sits next week, it'll consider introducing the Pig Premium Scheme backed by Agriculture Minister Geoffrey Boot.
The proposals would replace two support schemes dating back to 2009, and would see producers paid up to £40 per carcass.
The department says the new scheme will allow pig farmers to compete more readily with their UK and EU counterparts.
Manx community spirit shines through during Island storms
A motorist has been praised for going above and beyond to help others after a tree came crashing down during Saturday's storms.
Free period products law receives Royal Assent
Free period products are set to become more accessible on the Isle of Man following the announcement of Royal Assent at Tynwald earlier this month.
How are Islanders supported while waiting for benefits?
A Peel MHK will ask about help for those whose benefits claims are still being processed.
Specialist vans to survey Isle of Man roads next month
The Department of Infrastructure says you may notice some unusual vans driving around the Island next month.
Great Laxey Wheel upgrades to see old ticket office removed
An old ticket office in Laxey will be knocked down ahead of new work.
MHK to question plans for improving Island's mental health services
Will mental health services be improved on the Isle of Man?
Colby Glen path shut until next April
A popular footpath in the south of the Island will remain closed until next April.
If you Trick Or Treat, don't trouble the street!
If you're going trick or treating this Hop-tu-Naa, police are warning you not to get carried away.
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