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Thieves make off with haul of power tools and equipment

• Police want to hear from anyone who's been offered stolen items for sale.
• A considerable haul of power tools and equipment have been stolen from a building site in the centre of Douglas.
• Police are appealing for any information about the theft which took place between Friday 18 September and the early hours of Sunday 20 September.

Today on the island

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The local news that matters this morning

Here's all the news from our island from the past 24 hours, made easy to digest.

3FM · Politics · 07:23 Marown residents head back to the polls • It's polling day for the Marown Commissioners by-election. • It’s the second time in a fortnight residents in the parish are heading back to the polls. • Voters are choosing between Kirsty Collister and Oksana Hargreaves for one seat on the board.

Manx Radio · Island News · 16:30 German supermarket giant has 'noted interest' in Island • Lidl GB planning to open 50 more stores in 2027 but no sign of a shop here yet. • The British branch of a German supermarket say it has ’noted interest’ in the Isle of Man. • However, there’s no sign of Lidl planning to open a shop here anytime soon.

Manx Radio · Health · 06:19 Island's young people told 'look after your bodies' as UK cancer rates rise • Rates in the UK have increased by 24 percent in 25 to 49-year-olds. • Young people on the Island are being advised to look at their lifestyle habits. • It comes after reports in the UK that more people under the age of 50 are being diagnosed with cancer.

3FM · Island News · 15:41 Angus to take on marathon for horses' home • A man from the Island will be tackling his first marathon in the Netherlands this month - to raise cash for a beloved animal charity. • Angus Wicke will be tackling the course in Amsterdam in aid of the Home of Rest for Old Horses in Santon on Sunday, October 18. • He’s launched an online fundraising page, which has seen more than £1,000 pledged so far.

IoM Today · Island News · 09:43 Grandad & The Pier: Film telling the story of Isle of Man's landmark pier released online • I never expected this film to go as far round the world. • A documentary charting the community effort to restore Ramsey’s Queen’s Pier is to be made available to watch online for free. • Grandad & The Pier will premiere on YouTube on Friday, October 9, following screenings at film festivals, cinemas and other venues in the Isle of Man and overseas.

IoM Today · Island News · 06:00 Why is everyone suddenly going sauna mad in the Isle of Man? • Port Erin beach sauna could soon be a permanent fixture, meanwhile there’s one arriving in the heart of the capital. • Port Erin’s popular beach sauna could become a permanent fixture as the island’s wellness boom gathers pace. • There was a time when the idea of paying to sit in a tiny wooden box, sweat profusely and then voluntarily plunge into the Irish Sea might have seemed rather niche.

IoM Today · Island News · 05:00 Full list of finalists for the Media Isle of Man Awards for Excellence 2026 • Congratulations to this year’s finalists! • Media Isle of Man has announced the finalists for this year’s Awards for Excellence, celebrating the achievements of businesses, organisations and community initiatives across the island. • The awards ceremony will take place at the Royal Hall, Villa Marina, on Thursday, November 19, with finalists competing across 16 categories.

Manx Radio · Island News · 16:28 Stab wound force 'at severe end of scale' • Murder trial hears from pathologist who carried out post mortem. • A warning that this story contains information which some readers may find distressing. … The pathologist who conducted the post mortem on a 14-year-old boy who died from stab wounds has been giving evidence at the trial of a juvenile accused of his murder.

3FM · Island News · 16:21 Hop Tu Naa treat for pumpkin-pickers! • A pick-your-own pumpkin experience is getting ready to reopen for its fifth year. • The Pumpkin Field Isle of Man, based in Sulby, will welcome the public from Saturday, October 24. • Visitors will have the chance to pick their own locally grown pumpkins and turnips, with pizzas, local produce and sweet and spicy treats also available.

Manx Radio · Politics · 12:00 What have your MHKs promised you? Douglas East • Andy Saunders and Joney Faragher were elected. • Voters in Douglas East chose to blend experience with a newcomer when they picked their MHKs. • Andy Saunders, owner of Quids Inn topped the poll, with Manx Labour Party leader Joney Faragher taking the second seat.

Manx Radio · Island News · 12:07 Pizza Napoli closes its doors for good • Douglas restaurant thanks customers as it shuts after seven years. • A pizza restaurant in Douglas has announced closed its doors ’for good. • Pizza Napoli, in the former Isle of Man Bank building on Prospect Terrace, had been open since 2019, having previously been established in Ramsey.

Manx Radio · Island News · 07:12 Malew Burial Authority after planning permission to expand cemetery • It says the current site is 'full'. • By Emma Draper - Local Democracy Reporter The Malew Burial Authority is applying for planning permission to expand the cemetery bordering Church Bends. • It says the present burial ground is full and the proposed extension would last for ’at least’ 10 to 15 years.

3FM · Politics · 12:08 Cabinet Office doesn't know cost of posting pensioner's payslips • The Cabinet Office says the government sent out more than 106,000 pension pay slips in the last year. • A Freedom of Information request asked for details about how much printed payslips cost to post to people. • In its response, the organisation said between last September and August this year it had posted 106,739 payslips to retired employees.

3FM · Culture · 06:31 Department says no microchip database has been approved • The Department of Environment, Food and Agriculture says it doesn't have any approved databases for microchipped dogs. • A Freedom of Information request asked how DEFA makes sure databases containing the details of dogs and their owners is kept securely. • Regulations dating back to 2018 say DEFA can approve databases of microchipped pets.

IoM Today · Sport · 15:00 Martyn 'Chucker' Jones is the best of the locals on Chris Kelly Rally • The pair suffered a big spin on SS16 on Saturday but otherwise drove superbly, sitting as high as fifth overall after Friday’s leg. • MARTYN ’Chucker’ Jones was in unfamiliar pose on the Chris Kelly Rally having switched from his trusty Vauxhall Nova to a MkII Ford Escort, reports Chris Boyde. • Despite having what he described as a lot to learn, he finished as the top local driver in seventh place with Welsh co-driver Llion Tractor’ Williams.

IoM Today · Sport · 14:07 Sleight selected to represent England at World Championships • ’It is a huge honour. • Isle of Man archer Lesley Sleight has been selected to represent England at the World Bowhunter Championships 2027 taking place in Germany. • The team consists of nine different bow styles and I have been selected to shoot in the traditional recurve class.’ There is a hope that more archers will be able to represent England when more places become available.

IoM Today · Island News · 13:11 Improved access to Jurby Beach after steps replaced • The Department of Infrastructure has replaced the lower section of the steps. • Access to Jurby Beach has been improved with the replacement of wooden steps which had previously been damaged by stormy weather. • The department said the original wooden steps had been damaged by tidal action in the past, with the exposed coastline regularly taking the full force of winter storms.

IoM Today · Island News · 10:55 MSPCA has first Dalmatian available for adoption since 2011 • The breed has a fascinating history. • Meet Sparky (not Spotty!), a 10-month-old Dalmatian who has just arrived in our Kennels. • We haven’t had a Dalmatian for rehoming since 2011 and so he’s a rarity, and this is reflected in the relative lack of popularity of the breed in general.

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What's on: next 14 days

All 71 verified public listings found for the next 14 calendar days. Tap any item for the source and full details.

Today · 09 - 17 Oct · Gaiety TheatreRock of Ages

Tomorrow · Villa Marina Prom SuiteAn Evening With Danny Mcnamara, From Embrace

Wed 14 Oct · Villa Marina Prom SuiteSpace - Ten Neurotic Fairytales

Thu 15 Oct · Villa MarinaRat Pack Live

Thu 15 Oct · 15 Oct · Villa Marina Prom SuiteSpace - Ten Neurotic Fairytales

Fri 16 Oct · 16 Oct · Villa MarinaRat Pack Live

Today · Great Whyte, Pe26 1hg Ramsey, United KingdomSip & Paint Fundraiser Evening

Today · the Learning Experience - RamseyFree Discovery Day At the Learning Experience - Ramsey

Today · Isle of ManHeritage Open Days - A Sculpture Walk Along Douglas Prom

Today · Laxey Heritage ShopIsle of Man Anti-cancer Association Pop Up ShopListing graphic (not a photo)

Today · Villa Marina ArcadeIsle of Man Arts Council - A Sculpture Walk Along Douglas Promenade

Today · 9 Oct 2026–11 Oct 2026 · Island Wide, Douglas, Isle of Man, IM13LY · Visit IoM.Isle of Man Heritage Open Days 2026Listing graphic (not a photo)

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

Today · 49 Derby SqThe Susie Cooper Museum & Archive, Douglas - Guided Tour

Today · 09 Oct - 30 Nov · Dragons CastlePop-In and Play At Dragon's Castle

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 DayListing graphic (not a photo)

Today · 18 May 2026–1 Nov 2026 · House Of Manannan, Isle of Man, peel, Isle of Man, IM5… · Visit IoM.Vintage Motorcycles On DisplayListing graphic (not a photo)

Today · 2 Apr 2026–31 Oct 2026 · Douglas Railway Station, Bank Hill, Douglas, Isle of… · Visit IoM.Isle of Man Railways Dining CarListing graphic (not a photo)

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

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

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

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

Tomorrow · Mad Jack’sBed Before 11 Presents... Flip N Fill (headline Dj Set)

Tomorrow · Manx Legion DouglasCountry On the Rock FundraiserListing graphic (not a photo)

Tomorrow · Crowes YardIOM Youth Trials Club — Practice SessionListing graphic (not a photo)

Tomorrow · Victoria Square, Im9 6ld Port Erin, Isle of Man, Isle…Rushen Silver Band: Last Night of the Proms

Tomorrow · Douglas Rail StationSteam Railway Workshop Tours

Tomorrow · Tholt Y Will Lower Car Park, Sulby ValleyWild Wallaby Watchers Forest Walk With Foraged Hot Drinks

Tomorrow · St Mary's Roman Catholic Primary SchoolWoman Empowering Zumba Party With Zj Nadia

Tomorrow · 10 - 11 Oct · Broadway CinemaShaun the Sheep: the Beast of Mossy Bottom

Sun 11 Oct · Douglas Railway Station Bus ShelteeBus Vannin - Vintage Bus Rides Around Douglas

Sun 11 Oct · Central ParkFall 2026 Nw Food Truck Fest - Ramsey

Sun 11 Oct · Front of Ramsey Swimming PoolFully Alive Nature Reserve Kayak and Forage

Sun 11 Oct · Ramsey Rural Museum CioGreat Fen Apple and Harvest Fair

Sun 11 Oct · the Railway InnHeron & Brearley - Douglas Quayside Pub Walk

Sun 11 Oct · Riverside, Ramsey, Isle of Man, Isle of ManResin Memory Frames - Sunday 11th Oct - Ramsey

Sun 11 Oct · the Terminus TavernTrams, Lifts and Tourism - the Evolving Douglas Promenade

Mon 12 Oct · Erin Arts CentreExhibition: A Mind That Wanders: Shadows, Paranoia & Creepy Crawlies

Tue 13 Oct · Santander Work Cafe, Isle of ManStep IOM Student Drop-in October

Tue 13 Oct · 13 - 18 Oct · Broadway CinemaHadestown: the Musical

Wed 14 Oct · LaunchpadBeen There, Done That: A Fireside Chat With Manx-born Liam Downward

Wed 14 Oct · Erin Arts CentreMidweek Movie: Disclosure Day (2 Screenings)

Thu 15 Oct · Erin Arts CentreA Mind That Wanders: Mental Health, Animals & My Life

Thu 15 Oct · Launchpad (hillary House)Communities of Practice: Isle of Man Ai Meet-up

Thu 15 Oct · Isle of ManPeople’s Emergency Briefing FilmListing graphic (not a photo)

Thu 15 Oct · the Conister Arms (wetherspoon)The Power of Creative Leadership

Fri 16 Oct · University College Isle of ManBridging the Skills Gap

Fri 16 Oct · Mad Jack’sNext/gen: U18s

Fri 16 Oct · Woodbourne House, Woodbourne Road, Im2 3ee Douglas…Oktoberfest At Woodbourne House

Sat 17 Oct · Erin Arts CentreBut First Promotions: Chris Helme (the Seahorses)

Sat 17 Oct · 20 St Pauls Square, Ramsey, Isle of Man, Isle of ManCreative Painting Evening

Sat 17 Oct · Living Hope Church - WillastonInternational Food Taster Night

Sat 17 Oct · Mad Jack’sL1nkn P4rk - the Linkin Park Experience

Sat 17 Oct · Mooragh Promenade Park Road, Im8 3ar Ramsey, Isle of…The Rat Pack - Dinner Dance Show

Sun 18 Oct · Villa MarinaThe Isle of Man Wedding Show

Mon 19 Oct · 19 Oct 2026 · The Pavilion at Douglas Golf Club, Pulrose Road… · Visit IoM.Psychic Night In DouglasListing graphic (not a photo)

Tue 20 Oct · Comis Hotel & Golf ResortIsle of Man Sustainable Finance Symposium 2026

Tue 20 Oct · King William's College, Im9 1tp Castletown, Isle of…Macbeth, the Metropolitan Opera With the Royal Ballet and Opera Cinema Season 2026/27

Wed 21 Oct · Villa MarinaHarry Enfield and No Chums

Wed 21 Oct · Riverside, Ramsey, Isle of Man, Isle of ManHop Tu Naa - Art After Dark - Wednesday 21st Oct-6pm - Ramsey

Wed 21 Oct · Santander Work Cafe, Isle of ManTekex IOM #3

Wed 21 Oct · 21 Oct · Gaiety TheatreFred Dinenage's Ronnie, Reggie, and Me

Wed 21 Oct · 21 Oct · Broadway CinemaThese Violent Delights

Thu 22 Oct · the Loft At Wetherspoons Conister Arms DouglasAnnual Pub Quiz Organised By Diana Princess of Wales Hospice Care At Home TrustListing graphic (not a photo)

Thu 22 Oct · Sulby Methodist ChurchIsle of Man Wind Orchestra Workshop WeekendListing graphic (not a photo)

Thu 22 Oct · Villa MarinaSongs, Stories and Stewardship: Culture and Nature In A Living Biosphere

Thu 22 Oct · 22 - 23 Oct · Gaiety TheatreThe Theatre Architect

Thu 22 Oct · 22 Oct 2026 · Villa Marina, Harris Promenade, Douglas, IM1 2HP · Visit IoM.Harry Enfield and No ChumsListing graphic (not a photo)

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A small Manx fact

Onchan: Parks, headlands and old village lanes sit just beyond Douglas. It is a good example of how one Manx place can hold several centuries at once.