Kirrie Jenkins has announced she'll stand for Arbory, Castletown & Malew in the general election.
A commissioner for the area, Mrs Jenkins says her priorities will include protecting the Manx countryside and opposing developments which would industrialise the landscape.
The financial services worker adds coming from a farming background gives her an understanding of the challenges facing food production and rural communities.
The Island is set to go to the polls on Thursday, September 24.
Lifeboat rescues kayakers from tides
Port St Mary RNLI rescued two kayakers after they were caught in strong currents off Langness yesterday afternoon.
Map shows Ramsey's new restricted area after TT crash
TT organisers have released a map clarifying where spectators are now barred from in Ramsey.
Steam Packet cancels Dublin sailings over number of months
The Steam Packet has announced it's cancelled a number of sailings to Dublin this year.
New Ramsey TT restrictions don't affect filling station
A filling station in Ramsey is reassuring concerned TT fans they'll still be able to watch racing there.
Police appeal for photos or video of yesterday's race incident
Police have appealed for members of the public to share footage of yesterday's TT incident that left nine people injured.
UK police issue advice for bikers on ferry from Heysham
Police in Lancashire have issued advice to riders as they travel to the Isle of Man through Heysham.
Mountain Road closed for three hours after crash
Police say part of the Mountain Road has closed again today.
Parliament Square closed to spectators after Monday practice crash
Parliament Square in Ramsey will be off-limits to spectators during the rest of the TT festival.
