Manx Concert Brass have made history at the North West Regional Championships.
The band, led by Ian Clague MBE, is the first from the Isle of Man to play in the top section.
They started competing in 1995, winning their first victory in Blackpool the following year.
Manx Concert Brass will now make its Championship debut this weekend up against some of the biggest names in the industry.
Exhibition tracks mine exploration
A new exhibition exploring the hidden world beneath the Island opens this weekend.
Sharp rise in older new residents
The number of new taxpayers over the age of 60 rose by 25 per cent last year, according to government figures.
Southern pool remains closed
A pool in the south of the Island remains closed today after a problem yesterday.
Recruitment event for emergency services today
A special event to show off the work of the Island's emergency services takes place in Braddan later today.
TT marshals wanted for Armed forces Day
There's an appeal for marshals to volunteer during this year's Armed Forces Day parade.
Bus strike enters eighth day
The bus strike continues today, with just 34 Bus Vannin services operating.
Gales cancel two ferries, delay another
Two ferry sailings have been called off and one rescheduled this weekend.
Emergency services career event on Saturday
There's a chance to find out more about careers in the emergency services tomorrow.
