An Island mum has shared her anger on social media after youngsters practiced what to do if someone opens fire at school.
On Facebook, she says her child went to school in Douglas for their first day back last Wednesday.
But when they returned home, they revealed they'd practiced hiding under desks during an active shooter drill.
She criticised the exercise, saying they instill fear in children whose mental health is already poor.
Mountain Road WILL reopen today
The Department of Infrastructure says the Mountain Road will open later this afternoon.
Weather warning for harbour floods this week
Yellow weather warnings have been issued by Ronaldsway Met Office over high tides for the next few days.
Government pulled negative online poll about digital innovation
A Freedom of Information request shows the government removed an online poll after receiving overwhelmingly negative responses.
Weed spraying in Jurby prompts pet safety warning
Commissioners in the north of the Island are warning pet owners after weed spraying.
740 tourists visiting the Island today
More than 700 tourists have arrived in the capital today as a cruise ship visits.
Update given for missing Manx woman
The search has ended for a missing Manx woman who was last seen in Manchester.
Plantation closes for harvest
The Department of Environment, Food and Agriculture says it's closed part of a plantation from today.
Coastguards called out to medical transfer
Coastguards were called out last night to help with a medical transfer.
