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:
What's to stop migrants using UK scheme to come here?
An MHK wants to know what's stopping migrants being repatriated on a UK scheme from coming to the Island instead.
Island's Gaza vigils to switch days
Vigils for Gaza will be switching from Saturdays to Fridays from April.
Old Castletown Road to fully reopen this afternoon
Manx Utilities says the one way system at White Hoe will be removed this afternoon.
Want to sup? Bring back your cup!
A bar in the south of the Island is appealing for people to return its cups, as it counts down to opening a Port Erin cafe for the summer.
Southern farmers win concert awards
Young farmers in the south of the Island are celebrating - after winning this year's concert.
A&E bed waiting times on the rise
Patients in accident and emergency at Noble's Hospital are waiting almost 60 per cent longer for a bed on a ward.
Warning after used needles found twice in a week in Glen Vine
Residents in Glen Vine are being warned after syringes were found on a footpath twice in a week.
Firefighters called to battery fire
The fire and rescue service says it was called out to a flat fire caused by a rechargeable battery over the weekend.
