More than 1600 people on the Isle of Man have been helped by the Salvation Army this month.
The charity has been assisting those in need - statistics show more help has been required this year:
People are referred to the Salvation Army from health and care agencies if they're in need of food, vouchers, toys or a Christmas meal.
Captain Simon Clampton says the festive period can be a difficult time for many:
Town centre scheme rejections under the spotlight
An MHK wants to find out how many town centre businesses have been rejected from getting help from a government scheme.
MHK questions cost of personal tax rises
An MHK wants to know how much it would cost the government to raise the personal tax allowance.
WWII site could become new home
A World War 2 radio site in the south of the Island could become a unique home under new plans.
Onchan's rates go up 6%
Onchan Commissioners say rates in the district will go up by just over six per cent this year.
190 work visas issued in three months
A total of 190 work visas were issued over three months last year, according a response to a Freedom of Information request.
Mars to land at Peel Cathedral
After a series of events featuring the moon, Mars is the next planet to come to Peel Cathedral.
Government AI office's £1 million budget queried
How exactly will the one million pounds to be spent on a national artificial intelligence office be used?
School suspensions under the spotlight in Keys
Education Minister Daphne Caine will face questions about school suspensions next week.
