An 18-year-old from Yorkshire will become one of the youngest competitors to ever take part in the TT.
Joe Thompson will become one of the youngest ever competitor at the meeting - sidecar racer Patrick Farrance holds the record after competing aged 17 in 2002.
Joe will compete for Ian Lougher Racing in both four-lap Supersport races.
He says it's been his ambition for a number of years - he's been racing motorbikes in one form or another since the age of 11.
Christian to defend seat
Douglas South MHK Claire Christian has announced she'll defend her seat in the general election.
Police ask people to avoid Mountain Road after supercar crash
Police are asking people to avoid the Mountain Road as they deal with crash.
Over £2.7k raised by firefighters' 'Station To Summit' challenge
Four firefighters have raised more than £2,700 by carrying a rescue mannequin on a stretcher from Ramsey to North Barrule and back.
Onchan post office to stop trading
Onchan's postmaster says the village's post office will be closing in August
Police report fall in sexual offences
The police say the number of sexual offences, including rape, has fallen over the past year.
Newsagent to run in election
A new candidate has declared they'll stand for Rushen in the general election.
Fire service issues wildfire warning in hot weather
The Island's Fire and Rescue Service is warning the public on the dangers of wildfires.
New grants planned to make homes more efficient
A new scheme that could help households switch to cleaner heating is set to go before Tynwald next month.
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