Isle of Man News from Monday, November 2nd, 2026

Ben-my-Chree withdrawn from service due to stern door issue

Manannan to sail to Heysham on Tuesday
Countdown champion hopes victory will inspire others with dyslexia

Manx resident completed record-breaking run on gameshow
Dance studio seeks planning permission for new premises to Douglas

Gena's Dance Academy current location in Peel due for demolition
Ship Registry suggests Manxman 'design flaw'

Switch from oil to water lubricated bearing under spotlight
Vehicle comes to rest in ditch near Round Table

Emergency services attended the incident this morning
Drop in visitor numbers over winter 'does the damage' for hotels

Hotel boss says lack of domestic tourism puts Manx businesses at a disadvantage compared to UK counterparts
Richmond Hill drainage works continue this evening

Evening closures will be in place tonight and tomorrow
Isle of Man 'must have enough hotel rooms' says MHK

Political member for DfE says it's vital not to lose accommodation
Bumper scallop catches predicted but high fuel costs will affect profits

Warning it could be a 'challenging' season for trawler crews
"It's just instinct": RNLI crew members honoured for crucial rescue operations

Volunteers praised for their actions during 2024 and 2025 incidents
Manx Padel hopes to support and create new community on the Island

Club hopes to encourage people to 'have fun' with new sport
Improvements to Peel Headlands football pitch could reduce anti-social behaviour

Due to be completed by spring