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:
Applications open for Young Nature Champion
A competition has been launched to encourage young people to connect with nature and share their experiences.
Local kickboxer achieves esteemed rank
A local kickboxing champion has reached an esteemed ranking in the kickboxing community.
Charity seeking marshals for Ramsey section of Parish Walk 2024
A local charity is looking for volunteers to help with a popular community event.
Chief Minister responds to FOI law change Tynwald question
The Chief Minister says the government is working to allow people to put Freedom of Information requests to government-owned companies.
Man denies controlling or coercive behaviour towards ex-partner
A Douglas man has denied being controlling or coercive amid claims he assaulted a former partner and insisted on walking her to work.
New emblem for next of kin of Manx civilians who die in service
A new commemorative award announced by the UK Government for the next of kin of those killed in the line of duty has been extended to the Isle of Man.
Advanced WRAP training completed on-Island for first time
Manx Care has congratulated mental health workers who have passed the advanced stage of a programme for the first time on-Island.
Pub manager racially abused and spat at
A pub manager was spat at and racially abused after a customer was asked to leave.
