Fewer Christmas cards were sent last year but the number of parcels and packets increased.
Figures released by the Isle of Man Post Office for December show that over 300,000 packages were delivered on the Island.
In total the mails division handled 4.3 million items – slightly down on the previous year’s figures.
Despite being affected by severe weather – especially over the weekend before Christmas – postal workers still delivered 25,000 packets and parcels.
Island to follow UK cigarette sale ban?
The Isle of Man could ban the sale of cigarettes, cigars and tobacco to anyone born after 2008.
Cast return to Island
90s Indie rockers Cast will be playing on the Island later this year.
Bordello to reopen as Irish pub?
A nightclub which closed last year could return as a theme pub.
Final 'Listening To You' gov roadshow comes to Ramsey tonight
The last in a series of government roadshows will take place this evening in the North.
Small shark tagging crews rewarded for efforts by MWT
Two local fishing crews have been rewarded for their help on a shark tagging project.
Overdose investigation lands woman in court
Investigations into an overdose has landed a woman in court charged with two counts of drug dealing.
Ramsey attempted burglary sparks witness plea
Police are appealing for information after an attempted burglary in Ramsey earlier this week.
Dangerous driving death accused committed to higher court
A Douglas man facing trial for causing death by dangerous driving has been committed to a higher court.
