Parents will be breathing a sigh of relief later, with the first day of a new school year.
The Island's schools are beginning a new academic year this morning with students returning after the summer holidays.
Local suppliers have been working hard to get youngsters ready.
Promenade Shirts in Douglas supplies school uniforms, and Jo Clarke says she's had a busy summer:
Phone lines affected as David Gray tickets go on sale
The Villa Gaiety box office says it's expecting a busy morning - as tickets for David Gray go on sale later.
Danish racer wants to follow in grandfather's MGP footsteps
A Danish roadracing champion has launched an online fundraiser to follow in his grandfather's footsteps and race in the Manx Grand Prix.
Double cruise ship visit for Douglas today
Two cruise ships are bringing passengers to the Island's capital today.
Chance to celebrate South Africa this weekend
Onchan will play host to an event celebrating South Africa and its culture this weekend.
Mountain Road set to close for a week
The Mountain road is due to shut for a week later this month after the end of the roadracing season.
MHK queries retail union meetings
How many times has the government met with union representatives from the retail industry?
Multiple emergency services dealt with major incident in the West today
A major incident took place in the west of the Island this afternoon, with an air ambulance being brought in to help.
Luxury knitwear company wants to expand Island operations
A knitwear business based at Ronaldsway Industrial Estate is applying for permission to expand its premises.
