The Home Affairs Minister has confirmed he's blocked the sale of the former Fire and Rescue Service headquarters.
Bill Malarkey told Tynwald this week the Homefield site, on Woodbourne Road in Douglas, is no longer on the open market.
He said he took the decision when he was appointed as Minister in October - that's despite the former Minister accepting an offer on it.
That offer came from the same developers who built a residential home on Salisbury Street which government then bought:
Mountain Railway damaged by gales
One of the Island's historic railways will be out of action until at least Thursday.
Ten local authorities looking for members in December elections
There'll be a big day for local authorities in December - when 10 by-elections are due to be held.
Don't sweat Met threat on internet
If you've had emails from the Metropolitan Police containing legal threats about an investigation that needs your cooperation, don't panic.
Commissioners unveil mission statement for parish
A local authority in the west of the Island has unveiled its mission statement after months of consideration.
Douglas Council says its annual firework display will take place on the first evening of late-night shopping in the run-up to Christmas.
DOI ready to close roads if needed as overtopping hits coasts
The Department of Infrastructure says its staff will be on hand to close if needed roads this morning.
Storm damage closes promenade in Laxey
Laxey promenade is due to stay closed for much of today for cleanup work after last night's storm.
Two ferry crossings called off because of weather
The Steam Packet Company has cancelled two of its sailings today.
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