Manxman repairs expected to exceed £2.5m

• The Steam Packet's flagship has been out of action since July.
• The repair bill for Manxman is expected to exceed £2.5m.
• Documents released to Manx Radio following a freedom of information request reveal the Treasury and the company’s board approved the sum in July.

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IoM Today · Politics · 13:37 Isle of Man General Election 2026: Three government ministers are biggest casualties on a night of change • On the doorsteps there was a lot of opposition to the windfarm and concern at my decision not to pledge to stop the Mooir Vannin proposal. • In a night of high political drama, the electoral axe fell on three government Ministers. • And with another minister having already announced their departure from national politics, voters ensured that it will be all change - with half of the Council of Ministers having lost their jobs.

Manx Radio · Politics · 06:40 Leader of Douglas Council vows to 'keep fighting' after election loss • Devon Watson unsuccessful in Douglas Central bid. • The leader of Douglas Council says he vows to ’fight on’ after missing out on a seat in the House of Keys General Election. • Devon Watson was a candidate in the constituency of Douglas Central where Peter Shimmin and Chris Thomas were successfully elected.

3FM · Island News · 14:18 Island retains fairtrade status • The Isle of Man has had its special fair trade status renewed for the coming years. • The Isle of Man Fairtrade Group says the news comes during a special fortnight-long celebration of the scheme. • It means the Island will now get to keep its Fairtrade status for the next three years.

3FM · Island News · 11:42 Manx-Registered tanker hit by fire in Strait of Hormuz • A Manx-registered oil ship has been hit by fire in the Strait of Hormuz. • The UK Maritime Trade Operations says two crew members on board the LR Stephanie sustained minor injuries. • The incident took place on Monday, September 21 The oil tanker is still operating and has continued under its own power.

3FM · Island News · 09:09 New yoga studio and café proposed for Port St Mary • A high-profile development in the south of the Island could get a yoga studio and other facilities if planners give the green light. • In its application, company 34 Moves says it wants to turn a large commercial space on the on the ground floor of the Bay Queen Hotel flats in Port St Mary into smaller units. • The firm says potential future uses could include include a yoga studio, cafe and function room.

3FM · Island News · 08:51 Island gym’s cheeky charity calendar returns • An Island gym is preparing to bare all for charity. • On social media, The Meadow’s owners Danny and Joe announced The Meadow Unwrapped, a cheeky calendar for 2027. • The gym based in Onchan Pleasure Park raised money last year with its nude calendar Kit off for Cancer.

IoM Today · Politics · 15:25 How an 18-year-old who had just completed his A-levels became the youngest ever Isle of Man politician • I put myself forward to offer a voice for a generation that’s never been in Government here in the island before. • Daniel Davison went from finishing his A-levels to becoming the youngest national politician in Isle of Man history in the space of only a few months. • The 18-year-old was elected to the House of Keys for Glenfaba and Peel on Thursday night, securing 1,147 votes - only 85 behind fellow first-time candidate Katryna Baptist, who topped the poll with 1,232.

IoM Today · Sport · 18:00 Schade and Cain make history in Peel to Douglas Trail Race • The event attracted the largest field in its 117-year history in all its various guises. • Corbyn Schade and Christa Cain were the star performers in Sunday morning’s Peel to Douglas Trail Run, both claiming their first victories in the historic race as a record field of 124 competitors completed the course. • The previous best was 104, when the event was held as a road race in 1985.

Manx Radio · Politics · 06:46 "We're in for very rough waters, we need a strong government", says new Douglas East MHK • Andrew Saunders says he's entering HoK to 'lead our country'. • Newly elected Douglas East MHK Andrew Saunders says the Island is set to face ’extremely difficult times’ ahead. • The newcomer has been successfully elected to the House of Keys alongside incumbent MHK Joney Faragher.

3FM · Island News · 15:56 Ghost hunters report spectral child's voice in Castletown tea shop • An investigation into whether a Castletown tea shop is haunted has proved inconclusive. • Experts from the Sixth Senses Paranormal Society were invited into the Vintage Tea Room on Malew Street. • They spent a night recording their experience, and reported hearing what could have been a spooky child’s voice.

IoM Today · Culture · 05:00 Don’t give up: Heather’s remarkable journey to becoming a music therapist • Three years ago I was wondering if I’d ever walk properly again. • Now I’ve found myself walking 2.4 miles uphill to the Sanctuary of San Luca in Bologna after attending my first World Congress as a qualified music therapist. • The Isle of Man has welcomed its first qualified music therapist after Heather Daykin graduated with distinction from the University of South Wales.

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What's on: next 14 days

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Today · 26 Sep · Gaiety TheatreManx Last Night of the Proms

Tomorrow · 27 Sep · Gaiety TheatreFrank Bruno - My Life & Times

Tomorrow · 27 Sep · Villa Marina Royal HallIOM DTA Ballroom Dancing Competition

Mon 28 Sept · 28 Sep · Villa Marina ArcadeMighty Music From Stage & Screen - With Kevin Grunill

Tue 29 Sept · Gaiety TheatreThe Makings of A Murderer: the Undercover Detective

Tue 29 Sept · 29 Sep · Gaiety TheatreInterGaelic Song & Music With 'Allt'

Today · Lions ParkTony Hicks Live At Ramsey Daze 2026

Today · House of ManannanA Bus Service: Exhibition Opening Weekend

Today · Mountain View Innovation CentreCircuit of Mann Rally

Today · Villa Marina Arcade (next To Gaiety Theatre)Cooish Vooar - Manx Music Session

Today · Atholl Room, Peel Centenary CentreCooish Vooar - Workshop: Singing In Manx With Phil Gawne

Today · Ballacreggan Farm, Glen MayeHarvest In the Barn - Glen MayeListing graphic (not a photo)

Today · House of ManannanOn the Buses

Today · Lions ParkSouth of 16

Today · the Pavillion At Douglas Golf ClubSparkling Afternoon Tea For Diana Princess of Wales Hospice Care At Home Trust

Today · Peel Centenary CentreThis Flight Tonight - the Songs of Joni Michell

Today · 12 Apr 2026–25 Oct 2026 · Duke Travel / Isle of Man Experiences Shop, Isle of… · Visit IoM.Isle of Man TT Course & Motor Museum Tour

Today · 14 June 2026–25 Oct 2026 · Curraghs Wildlife Park, Main Road, Ballaugh, Isle of… · Visit IoM.Orchid Line Miniature Railway Running Day

Today · 18 May 2026–1 Nov 2026 · House Of Manannan, Isle of Man, peel, Isle of Man, IM5… · Visit IoM.Vintage Motorcycles On Display

Today · 18 May 2026–4 Oct 2026 · The Boat Park, Port Erin, Isle of Man, IM9 6JA · Visit IoM.Guided Aquabike Experience

Today · 2 Apr 2026–31 Oct 2026 · Douglas Railway Station, Bank Hill, Douglas, Isle of… · Visit IoM.Isle of Man Railways Dining Car

Today · 24 July 2026–25 Oct 2026 · Duke Travel / Isle of Man Experiences Shop, Isle of… · Visit IoM.A Taste of the Isle of Man

Today · 3 May 2026–18 Oct 2026 · Groudle Glen Railway, Onchan, Isle of Man, IM32HA · Visit IoM.Family Trainspotting Challenge

Today · 3 May 2026–18 Oct 2026 · Groudle Glen Railway, Onchan, Isle of Man, IM32HA · Visit IoM.Steam Teas

Tomorrow · Peel Centenary CentreCooish Vooar - 'cooish As Kirbyl'

Tomorrow · Isle of ManCooish Vooar - 'snaue As Skeet' - Swim, Chat, Sauna, Tea & CakeListing graphic (not a photo)

Tomorrow · Lions ParkRamsey Daze Pie Baking Contest - Hosted By Bingham/ramsey Hce Unit

Tomorrow · Honna Road, Port Erin, Im9 6, Isle of ManTough Mucka 2026

Tomorrow · Centenary Centre, Im5 Peel, Isle of Man, Isle of ManYn Mheillea / the Harvest - A Manx Concert

Mon 28 Sept · Erin Arts CentreCooish Vooar: Around Y Ghaelg In 60 Minutes

Mon 28 Sept · 28 Sep · Broadway CinemaFizz & Flicks: the Devil Wears Prada 2 - Exclusive Charity Screening

Mon 28 Sept · 28 Sep - 30 Oct · Dragons CastlePop-In and Play At Dragon's Castle

Tue 29 Sept · Abbey College, RamseyAbbey College Ramsey Year 6 Open Evening 2026

Tue 29 Sept · FIL and MEO Arena, Lisbon, PortugalSbc Summit 2026Listing graphic (not a photo)

Wed 30 Sept · 30 Sep · Gaiety TheatreThe Makings of A Murderer: the Undercover Detective

Thu 1 Oct · 01 Oct · Villa MarinaPaul Smith - Happy

Fri 2 Oct · the Galpals Collective - Isle of ManAutumn Atelier: Seasonal Floristry With Elaine’s Flowers

Fri 2 Oct · 2 Oct 2026–3 Oct 2026 · 15b The Village Walk, Onchan, Isle of Man, IM3 4EB · Visit IoM.Chris Kelly Memorial Rally

Fri 2 Oct · Isle of ManHeritage Open Days - A Sculpture Walk In the Arboretum, St Johns

Fri 2 Oct · 2 Oct 2026–4 Oct 2026 · Island Wide, Douglas, Isle of Man, IM13LY · Visit IoM.Isle of Man Heritage Open Days 2026

Fri 2 Oct · Victoria Square, Im9 6ld Port Erin, Isle of Man, Isle…Port Erin Jazz Festival 2026

Fri 2 Oct · the Mill HouseSilent Weekend Meditation Retreat – Isle of Man

Fri 2 Oct · 02 - 08 Oct · Broadway CinemaHeart of the Beast

Sat 3 Oct · Peel Centenary CentreMetamorphosis - How Flies Are Changing Our Planet

Sat 3 Oct · Mad Jack’sBed Before 11: Boy Bands & Heartthrobs!

Sat 3 Oct · Isle of ManChris Kelly Trophy Car Rally

Sat 3 Oct · 3 Oct 2026–28 Feb 2027 · Manx Museum, Douglas, Douglas, Isle of Man, IM13LY · Visit IoM.Jeihosphere

Sat 3 Oct · Victoria Hall, Finch Road, Douglas, Isle of ManOktoberfest Feat. Brassified

Sat 3 Oct · Erin Arts CentrePort Erin Jazz Festival 2026: Desmarais Trio, With Support Beccy Rork & the Vanguards

Sat 3 Oct · Shannon Rose RamseySummer’s Last Shred: End of Season School of Rockfest

Sat 3 Oct · 3 Oct 2026–30 Apr 2027 · Manx Museum, Douglas, Douglas, Isle of Man, IM13LY · Visit IoM.The Nature Exploratorium & History of the Future

Sat 3 Oct · 03 - 04 Oct · Broadway CinemaShaun the Sheep: the Beast of Mossy Bottom

Sat 3 Oct · 03 Oct · Gaiety TheatreJimeoin: Ballyhoo

Sat 3 Oct · 03 Oct · Villa MarinaWest End Spectacular

Sun 4 Oct · 04 Oct · Villa MarinaActive Souls Astronaut Training School

Sun 4 Oct · 04 Oct · Villa MarinaSpark

Sun 4 Oct · 04 Oct · Villa Marina Prom SuiteSPARK - Reach For the Stars

Mon 5 Oct · St Johns Methodist HallTea Ans ToastListing graphic (not a photo)

Mon 5 Oct · Tynwald, Legislative BuildingTynwald Tour

Tue 6 Oct · LaunchpadMore Than Code: the Story of Code Club, With Owen Cutajar

Wed 7 Oct · Erin Arts CentreEac Book Circle: With the End In Mind By Katherine Mannix

Wed 7 Oct · the RoundhouseManx Heart Foundation Evening Support GroupListing graphic (not a photo)

Fri 9 Oct · Isle of ManHeritage Open Days - A Sculpture Walk Along Douglas Prom

Fri 9 Oct · Isle of ManIsle of Man Heritage Open Days 2 - Island Wide

Fri 9 Oct · Victoria Square, Im9 6ld Port Erin, Isle of Man, Isle…Met Opera: Cosi Fan Tutte

Fri 9 Oct · 09 - 17 Oct · Gaiety TheatreRock of Ages

Fri 9 Oct · 9 Oct 2026 · Port St Mary Town Hall, The Promenade, Port St Mary… · Visit IoM.Rushen Heritage Quiz Night 2026

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