Isle of Man News from Thursday, April 9th, 2026

New museum celebrates Island's 'long history of Freemasonry'

JA Brown Masonic Museum is situated within the Ramsey Masonic Centre
Reinstatement of home births 'remains at top of agenda' for Manx Care

Chief Exec insists the situation is 'improving'
Weekend sailings at risk

SPC warns poor weather could lead to disruption or cancellations
Plans submitted for 85 new homes on former Buchan School site

Local developer Hartford Homes submits application
Breast Cancer Now seeks volunteers for latest 'sleep out' challenge

July's event taking place at Sea Lion Rocks at Groudle Glen
Douglas North residents give their view ahead of elections

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Isle of Man residents will head to the polls in September
Visitors would like to see full length horse tramway

Reinstatement plans being prepared as 150th anniversary season gets underway
Isle of Man Beer and Cider Festival returns

Popular CAMRA event is in its 13th year
"It's just the way of the world now": Manx businesses face dilemma amidst rising costs and online competitors

'Multiple factors' seeing businesses close or change hands