United Nations Day was marked yesterday by exploring the Island's opportunity to win global recognition as a world biosphere reserve.
Former UNESCO advisor Professor Peter Bridgewater held a presentation at the Manx Museum to explain how the Island can present its bid.
He gave an insider's view of the organisation in conjunction with the Department of Environment, Food and Agriculture.
Professor Bridgewater says the acknowledgement could be very important:
Port Erin shop goes on the market
A well-known knitting and haberdashery shop in Port Erin is up for sale.
Newsons developer to sell site
A company that wanted to redevelop landmark building on North Quay in Douglas says it'll sell the building.
Don't ignore speed limits outside schools!
Police are reminding people to stick to temporary speed limits past schools.
Don't disturb nesting beach birds!
Walkers are asked to be mindful at this time of year as beach nesting birds start to lay their eggs.
UK woman lied to police about drink-driving
A UK woman drove while three times over the drink drive limit and then tried to lie to police officers.
Tree work to shut road
A busy road in Douglas will close for work next week.
£400 fine for using mobile at the wheel
A driver has been fined £400 after being caught red-handed using his mobile phone while reverse parking.
Company plans replacement telecoms mast
A telecoms company has applied to replace a mobile phone mast in the south of the Island.
