Almost 800 people have signed an online petition opposing government plans to allow companies to explore for natural gas off the Island's north coast.
Isle of Man Friends of the Earth says it believes the project would eventually involve fracking under the seabed off the coast of Maughold.
The organisation has set up a change.org petition which opposes the proposals.
Falk Horning, from the group, says he's concerned most people aren't even aware of the plans:
Next to stay open after new deal reached
The Island's branch of Next is going to stay open, as a deal with the shop's landlord has been reached.
New Laxey Wheel visitor centre opens doors
Manx National Heritage is celebrating the opening of a new visitor centre at the Laxey Wheel.
Students urged to get meningitis jabs
Young people are being urged to get vaccinated against a strain of meningitis before going into further education.
MHK queries number waiting for public housing
How many people are currently waiting for public housing?
King to visit Island today
Douglas is preparing to welcome King Charles this morning.
Warning over parking suspensions for King's visit
Police are warning anyone parking where they shouldn't before the King's visit tomorrow may find their car towed away.
Peel residents outraged over toxic powder spread near young gull
Residents in Peel say they've contacted police after toxic powder was spread along a street to discourage seagulls.
Commissioners tackle beach rubbish after online criticism
Ramsey commissioners say they've listened to public criticisms about litter and bins at one of the town's beaches.
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