The Island's Economic Development Minister says the Festival of Motorcycling feels busier this year.
Lawrence Skelly MHK says the number of tourists over for the event is encouraging.
Statistics released by the Steam Packet Company show an 5.6 per cent increase in bikes coming to the Island but a fall of 1.6 per cent in passengers travelling by ferry compared to last year's figures.
Mr Skelly says the bigger picture has to be considered before coming to a conclusion:
Difficult to compare Island's Hospice funding with UK, says minister
The Health Minister says comparisons between government funding of hospices here and abroad must be made with caution.
Mountain Road to close because of gales
The Department of Infrastructure says it'll soon be closing the Mountain Road because of high winds.
New amber warning issued for tonight's storm
Ronaldsway Met Office has upgraded tonight's weather warning from yellow to amber.
Police appeal over theft of building materials
Police in the West are appealing for information about stolen buildings materials.
One of capital's oldest buildings may become housing
One of the oldest buildings in Douglas could become residential accommodation, according to an estate agent.
New NHS safety rule to be brought in on Island
A new NHS rule aimed at stopping conditions being misdiagnosed will be adopted on the Island.
Two city streets to shut for over six months
Two streets in the centre of Douglas will be partly closed for over six months.
Revamp of airport terminal planned, says DOI
The Department of Infrastructure says a series of improvements to the airport terminal have been planned for the next three years.
