People are being encouraged to bolster their first aid skills this year.
St John Ambulance will run regular training courses for the public throughout 2017 - they're designed to equip people with the information they need to save a life.
This includes how to help someone who's choking, cut or burned or someone in difficulty in the water.
Commercial trainer Stuart Greaves says having the knowledge can sometimes be the difference between life and death:
Weather warning for tonight and tomorrow
Forecasters say we can expect more coastal overtopping during the next two high tides.
Mountain Railway damaged by gales
One of the Island's historic railways will be out of action until at least Thursday.
Ten local authorities looking for members in December elections
There'll be a big day for local authorities in December - when 10 by-elections are due to be held.
Don't sweat Met threat on internet
If you've had emails from the Metropolitan Police containing legal threats about an investigation that needs your cooperation, don't panic.
Commissioners unveil mission statement for parish
A local authority in the west of the Island has unveiled its mission statement after months of consideration.
Douglas Council says its annual firework display will take place on the first evening of late-night shopping in the run-up to Christmas.
DOI ready to close roads if needed as overtopping hits coasts
The Department of Infrastructure says its staff will be on hand to close if needed roads this morning.
Storm damage closes promenade in Laxey
Laxey promenade is due to stay closed for much of today for cleanup work after last night's storm.
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