Oral health of five-year-olds to be assessed this spring

Survey has previously found higher level of tooth decay on Island than in UK. The oral health needs of children will be assessed this spring as part of an Island-wide survey of five-year-olds in local schools. Parents or carers will receive a letter and consent form ahead of the bi-annual checks.

Fine for Douglas man repeatedly abused 999 call handlers

Called Emergency Services Joint Control Room five times in an hour. A Douglas man who rang the Emergency Services Joint Control Room and subjected call handlers to offensive language has been fined. Jamie Cachia, of Tynwald Road, said he was drunk when he called 999 just after midnight on 5 April.

Manx movie star featuring at Cannes

A film starring Manx star Joe Locke is one of eight featured by the British Film Institute during this year's Cannes festival. The BFI’s Great 8 showcase presents unseen footage from new UK movies to buyers and festival programmers. It’ll also feature the productions during the Cannes Marché, which takes place later this month.

Registrations open for popular charity obstacle course

You can now register to take part in one of the Island's toughest events! Charity Isle Listen has announced the return of its popular Tough Mucka obstacle course. This year will involve new distances of 10 kilometres, 5km and also 2km for those aged under 15.

Northern roads to close for cycling

Roads in the north of the Island will be closed for a cycling race on Wednesday. The Manx Viking Wheelers Cycle Club will be holding its Spring Closed Circuit Series around Jurby. The event takes place from 7pm until 8.30pm on Wednesday, May 13.

Lecture to explore the life and legacy of William Morris at Manx Museum

It will take place later this month. Titled The Many Faces of William Morris’, the talk will be delivered by arts historian Joanna Banham and will consider the range and contradictions within Morris’s career. Though widely known for designing wallpapers that remain popular today, Morris also worked across multiple disciplines, including textiles, furniture, stained glass, printing, illustration, and literature.

Isle of Man race walkers gear up to represent England in Madrid GP

The island athletes were taking part in the British Grand Prix of Race Walking at the Brownlee Centre in Leeds. It also gives a quick marker of how Island teams and competitors are faring when they travel into regional competition.

Swallows, swifts and house martins: The amazing journey back to British Isles

May sees the return to the island of the welcome visitors. But, best of all, May sees the return of welcome visitors in the form of swallows, swifts and house martins. Can you tell which is which?

Hospice Isle of Man launches subsidised will scheme for supporters

We know many people feel strongly about supporting Hospice in the future’. The initiative is designed to make the process of creating a professionally prepared Simple Will’ more accessible by reducing common barriers such as cost and delays. Under the scheme, eligible participants will be able to complete a Simple Will through participating local legal professionals for a fixed contribution of £200 plus VAT.

Post Offices looking for 'hosts' in Onchan, Foxdale and Jurby

Services would be provided on a commission basis. The Post Office is looking to advance the transition of its retail network with the recruitment of ’host’ businesses in Onchan, Foxdale and Jurby. New partner businesses would be expected to provide postal counter services, returns processing, online postage drop-off services, and the sale of postage for letters and parcels for local, UK and International destinations.

Pair to be sentenced next month after homophobic assault

The court heard the complainant was walking on Victoria Street when they got talking to the duo. Two men from Douglas will be sentenced next month after admitting assaulting a man in the early hours of the morning. Tomas Gear, of York Road, and Nathan Halsall, of Alder Road both pleaded guilty during an appearance at Douglas Courthouse.

New online service offers lets you see all

Swoop was developed by Blue Llama based in Jersey. A new online service designed exclusively for the Isle of Man enables house hunters to view all mortgage rates being offered by local providers in one place. Swoop.im embraces the latest AI technology and comes to the Island after successfully launching a similar online facility in Jersey.

Le Dans organisers shifting focus to driver support service

TORQ will operate from TT to MGP. Organisers of Le Dans 24 say they’re focussing more on its driver support as popular event is cancelled for 2026. The Dan Kneen Charitable Fund announced the endurance event was called off earlier this week.

At least two Douglas prom crossings to be repaired this year

Infrastructure minister confirms others will be dealt with later. At least two crossings on Douglas promenade are due to be repaired in the current financial year. Infrastructure Minister Tim Crookall confirmed the details in response to a Tynwald written question from Arbory, Castletown and Malew MHK Tim Glover.

Youngsters continue to shine in fledgling stockcar season

First out on track at the meeting were the novice junior rod drivers. The ninja karts took to the track next and continued to entertain the crowd with some fantastic, close racing. Carter Ffrench pipped Mason Ross to the chequered flag, with Grayson Beasley taking third place ahead of Zakk Shimell, Brody Teare and Archie Beattie respectively.

Theatre group set to bring celebrated British sitcom to stage this summer

The production’s three-day run will take place in June. The Service Players will stage The Good Life at the Gaiety Theatre for a three-night run from June 25 to June 27. Adapted for the stage by Jeremy Sams, the production follows suburban couple Tom and Barbara Good as they abandon conventional living in favour of self-sufficiency.

Sunny today with patchy rain tomorrow

In Douglas, today, Sunday, May 10, brings bright sunshine through most of the day with only a slight chance of rain late evening. The morning begins near 7°C, rising to about 10°C by midday. Breezes reach near 15 mph, keeping the air fresh. Skies stay mostly clear through the late afternoon.

Exhibition: Ashlishyn Vannin (visions of Mann)

Geeks Quiz - May Edition

Social & Nightlife · Geeks Quiz - May Edition 🕹️ The Island’s Biggest Geeks Quiz! 🧠 Think you know your sci-fi from your fantasy? Your gaming lore from your comic book heroes? Then gather your team and prove it at the monthly Geeks Quiz!

Little Art Explorers – Funny Faces

Workshops & Learning · Little Art Explorers – Funny Faces Little Art Explorers – Funny Faces Weekly term-time sessions at the House of Manannan invite under-5s to get messy and creative, exploring a new art material each time and making bold…

May Mindfulness Evening

Workshops & Learning · May Mindfulness Evening Join mindfulness teacher, author and TEDx speaker Mike Kewley for a relaxed and insightful monthly evening of meditation and conversation at Vibe Cafe, in the heart of Douglas. These gatherings…

Follican - University College Isle of Man Exhibition

Villa Gaiety listing at Villa Marina Arcade. Check times and ticket availability before travelling.

Pop-In and Play At Dragon's Castle

Villa Gaiety listing at Dragons Castle. Check times and ticket availability before travelling.