Manx war veteran Hector Duff has passed away at the age of 101.
It’s been confirmed the much loved veteran passed away peacefully earlier today (November 30).
The Onchan branch of the Royal British Legion, of which he was President, has paid tribute calling him ‘a true legend’ who ‘we will miss dearly’.
He was best known for being the Islands only remaining veteran of Normandy, and had a number of prestigious decorations to his name.
Superdrug planning Strand Street expansion
A town centre store in Douglas looks set to expand, as it applies for planning permission for a new shopfront.
New warning over palm oil on beaches
The police have issued a warning as more palm oil washed up at Smeale Beach in the north of the Island.
Lumber profits to remain a mys-tree
The Department of Environment, Food and Agriculture can't say how much income is made from exported lumber.
New parking permit system for healthcare staff
Douglas Council says it'll set up a permit system for a car park in Anagh Coar to stop doctors, nurses and paramedics being issued tickets.
School applies to keep TT campsite
A school in Douglas has applied for planning permission to keep hosting campers during TT and Manx Grand Prix.
Can you help find Peel hovercraft?
Do you know where to find a Manx-built hovercraft?
Less than 2% of council's housing is empty
Less than two percent of social housing in Douglas is lying empty, according to the city's Council.
New wholesale company to supply locally-produced meat
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