A Steam Packet captain who was found dead at his home last month hung himself.
The inquest into the death of 44-year-old Stephen Michael Spenser was opened at Douglas Courthouse this morning.
His body was found at his home address in Governor’s Hill on October 30th – the post mortem confirmed the cause of death as hanging.
Coroner of Inquests John Needham released his body to his family so that funeral arrangements can now be made.
The inquest has been adjourned to date to be fixed.
All aboard for a spooky Groudle Glen
Groudle Glen Railways has announced the return of its Hop Tu Naa trains.
Deadline today for top job in Manx politics
MHKs hoping to become the Island’s next Chief Minister have until midday today to put their names forward.
Rob Callister rules out Chief Minister bid
Rob Callister says he will not stand for Chief Minister after failing to secure enough support from the new House of Keys.
Group calls on parents to delay smartphones for children
Manx parents are being encouraged to delay giving their children smartphones and access to social media through an Isle of Man initiative.
MHK calls for government action plan by end of November
Tynwald could be set to ask the new Council of Ministers for its plans and priorities later this month.
September ranks as third-warmest on record
Ronaldsway Met Office says September was the third-warmest on record.
Tree felling means road closure in Foxdale
Bus Vannin says a road closure in the west of the Island this week will mean some disruption for passengers.
Thousands of Island households to receive vegan campaign leaflets
Tens of thousands of leaflets will drop through letterboxes on the Isle of Man soon urging people to give up meat.
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