DEFA is increasing patrols at Christmas tree sites following an incident of vandalism and theft from a plantation.
It comes after a tree was damaged and stolen from Ballaugh plantation which officials say was one of a few earmarked for charities and local authorities on Island.
The department is now urging woodland visitors to report any suspicious activity.
It's added illegal activity like this can jeopardise the availability of trees for good causes in the future.
Free period products law receives Royal Assent
Free period products are set to become more accessible on the Isle of Man following the announcement of Royal Assent at Tynwald earlier this month.
How are Islanders supported while waiting for benefits?
A Peel MHK will ask about help for those whose benefits claims are still being processed.
Specialist vans to survey Isle of Man roads next month
The Department of Infrastructure says you may notice some unusual vans driving around the Island next month.
Great Laxey Wheel upgrades to see old ticket office removed
An old ticket office in Laxey will be knocked down ahead of new work.
MHK to question plans for improving Island's mental health services
Will mental health services be improved on the Isle of Man?
Colby Glen path shut until next April
A popular footpath in the south of the Island will remain closed until next April.
If you Trick Or Treat, don't trouble the street!
If you're going trick or treating this Hop-tu-Naa, police are warning you not to get carried away.
German newspaper says hello from the Island - and Queen Victoria
A leading German newspaper is urging its readers to sample the delights of the Isle of Man.
