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Former student to become principal at University College Isle of Man

A local woman will return to the Island next year to lead a college she attended as a student.
Jesamine Kelly will take over from Jo Petty as principal at University College Isle of Man (UCM) who is moving to a new role at the Department for Education …

NSC flumes, leisure pool and splash zone nearing completion

The wait is nearly over for people keen to enjoy the much anticipated flumes, revamped leisure pool and indoor splash zone at the National Sports Centre. 
The final stage will get under way on Tuesday 5 October and will require all swimming facilities …

Deadline for submitting personal income tax returns now just a few days away

There are now just a few days to go until the 6 October 2021 deadline for the submission of personal income tax returns.
Submitting online is already the preferred method for the majority of Isle of Man residents this year.
Visit services.gov.im to fin…

Sir John Lorimer to be sworn in as Island’s next Lieutenant Governor

Lieutenant General Sir John Lorimer, the next Lieutenant Governor of the Isle of Man, and his wife Lady Philippa Lorimer arrived on the Island last night.
They were formally greeted at Government House by the First Deemster and Clerk of the Rolls His H…

Success for the opening weekend of the Isle of Man Arts Council exhibition “Ellyn: A Tale of Manx Contemporary Art”

The Isle of Man Arts Council, in partnership with UNESCO Biosphere Isle of Man, enjoyed a successful opening weekend of their new art exhibition Ellyn at the Villa Marina Arcade in Douglas.The show features new artwork on the theme of the Isle of Man b…

Cabinet Office welcomes election observation findings

The Cabinet Office has welcomed the initial findings of the election observation mission conducted by the Commonwealth Parliamentary Association British Islands and Mediterranean Region (CPA BIMR).
The independent mission team has published its prelimi…

Macmillan Cancer Support clarifies common myths around gynaecological cancers

People with gynaecological cancers might be missing out on an early diagnosis because they are unsure about the signs and symptoms, Macmillan Cancer Support is warning.
Gynaecological cancers are more likely to be curable if diagnosed early. However, c…

Island schools to hold active travel week

Schools around the Isle of Man will be taking part in an Active Travel Week from Monday 27 September to Friday 1 October.
Coinciding with the UK-wide Bike to School Week, a series of events will be taking place to motivate pupils and families to think …

St Mary’s school officially reopened after major remodel

An Isle of Man school has been officially reopened after a £4.5m project to transform its aging and cramped facilities into a learning environment fit for the 21st century.
The total revamp at St Mary’s has seen additional classrooms created, the hall…