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:
Postal vote applications have to be in soon
Living far away but want to cast your vote in September's election? Time's running out!
Mum launches petition over university support
A petition's been launched calling on government to provide more support for Manx university students.
Bus services north and south face disruption later
Bus Vannin says a number of its services may face disruption this evening.
Wildlife Trust unveils woodland plans
The Manx Wildlife Trust has submitted a planning application for a new woodland in the northeast of the Island.
Deadline looms for by-election nominations
Time's running out to get your forms filled in if you'd like to stand as a commissioner in Marown.
Biker in UK hospital after Mountain crash
Police are appealing for witnesses to come forward after a crash on the Mountain Road yesterday afternoon.
Trial event closes roads in Peel and Ramsey
There'll be road restrictions in Peel and Ramsey during a motorsport event this weekend.
Requisition meeting for Garff voters
A requisition meeting will be held in Maughold next month.
