The case against a Douglas man accused of rape has been dismissed.
38-year-old Christopher Alan Ballard of Tynwald Road was facing trial in the Court of General Goal Delivery in November after he denied one allegation of rape.
But after Mr Ballard's advocate - Winston Taylor presented further evidence, prosecutors offered no evidence against him when he appeared in court on Wednesday, May 8 2019.
The case against Mr Ballard was formally dismissed.
Palestinian campaign gets Isle of Man branch
A new Isle of Man branch of a campaign calling for justice, human rights, and freedom for Palestinians has been set up.
Storm could bring snow, but DOI says rain would wash away salt
The Department of Infrastructure says it'll have extra staff on hand tonight - but won't grit higher roads just yet.
DEFA warns about glens during tonight's storm
The Department of Environment, Food and Agriculture is asking people to avoid glens during Storm Chandra.
Airport warns gales could mean flight disruption
Ronaldsway Airport is warning passengers to expect some disruption tomorrow.
No Tower of Refuge Walk this year
One of the most popular events in Douglas won't go ahead this year, because of tides.
Cafe's equipment to be auctioned after closure
Equipment from a café in the south of the Island will be sold off at auction this weekend.
Stats show big decrease in number of Jobcentre openings
The government says there's been a small increase in unemployment but a huge drop in the number of openings at the Jobcentre.
Capital residents to find out new rates this week
Ratepayers in the Island's capital will find out how much they'll be paying later this week.
