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:
easyJet flight returned to Liverpool after winds stop passengers getting off
Passengers have reported being unable to get off this afternoon's easyJet flight from Liverpool because of winds, resulting in it being flown back to Merseyside.
Period products already offered throughout schools, says minister
Free period products are already offered throughout all Island schools, according to the education minister.
MHKs to discuss Manx car insurance in UK
Questions over Manx car insurance and driving in the UK will to discussed by MHKs in the coming week.
Will ring doorbell users need to register for data protection?
Will people with Ring doorbells have to register for data protection?
Major reservoir safety projects finished
Manx Utilities says it's finished two major safety projects at the Cringle and Clypse reservoirs.
Second weather warning this weekend
A second weather warning for heavy rain has been issued for this weekend.
Does government plan to press ahead with min wage rise?
Does the government plan to press ahead with its minimum wage rise this year?
Where has government found £11m in savings?
Where has the government found more than £11 million worth of savings?
