A local charity has appointed a new Social Welfare and Inclusion Lead.
Michelle Ferrer will take up the role at Sight Matters, and is responsible for ensuring the charity is able to meet the needs of members now and in the future.
Michelle has previously worked as a Learning Difficulties Nurse and as a Support Co-ordinator for the Stroke Association IOM.
Sight Matters says her appointment is a 'crucial element' of their ongoing plans to support the Manx blind and visually impaired community.
School suspension figures released
Education Minister Daphne Caine says 58 secondary students were suspended from school for more than 10 days last year.
Police launch recruitment drive
The police have launched their first recruitment drive of the year.
Second amber weather warning issued today
Ronaldsway Met Office has issued this week's second amber weather warning for coastal overtopping and minor inner harbour flooding.
Mountain Road closed after snow
The Mountain Road is shut this morning because of snow and icy conditions.
Two Manxman crossings called off
Two ferry sailings have been called off in the face of bad weather later this week.
New warning for coastal overtopping at high tide
Ronaldsway Met Office has issued another weather warning for coastal overtopping tonight.
Government wants to re-roof governor's home
The Department of Infrastructure has applied for permission to re-roof the governor's home.
EVF to roll out body cameras to all Island stores
A chain of garages around the Island says all its staff will be wearing body cameras from this week.
