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Sitting MHK no longer seeking re-election in September

• Tim Glover says the health of his wife must now come first.
• Arbory, Castletown and Malew MHK Tim Glover has announced he will not seek re-election in September’s House of Keys General Election.
• The decision comes just weeks after he confirmed his intention to stand again.

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.

Manx Radio · Politics08:21 Arbory, Castletown and Malew candidate withdraws from election race • Jeroen Watts no longer intends to stand. • A candidate for Arbory, Castletown and Malew has decided they no longer wish to stand in the upcoming General Election. • Jeroen Wats is the CEO of ExoTechnologies, a company that works with sustainable and recyclable material.

3FM · Health11:45 Public consultation on NHS weight loss jabs considered • A public consultation on offering weight loss injections through the NHS is still being considered according to Cabinet Office Minister David Ashford. • He says while GLP-1 medicines are transforming obesity treatment, any NHS scheme must include proper assessment, lifestyle support and clear eligibility criteria. • Public Health is reviewing the evidence, local demand and whether the Island’s healthcare system has the capacity and staffing to deliver the service sustainably.

IoM Today · Sport17:30 Isle of Man squad named for Cherry Godfrey Cup defence • The Manx will start the defence of the trophy on Friday against hosts Guernsey. • The national side, sponsored by the Steam Packet, has been training regularly leading up to this year’s competition which they enter as holders after winning the cup in Jersey two years ago. • As part of this year’s preparations, they have also picked up two wins in recent friendlies against Preston North End (4-2) and FC United of Manchester (2-1) which saw Lula-Belle Findlay and Caitlyn Smith make their debuts and Eleanor Gawne and…

Manx Radio · Island News12:36 Meningitis B vaccination scheme to be rolled out on-Island • Programme is for eligible Year 13 students and under-25s. • A limited-time local meningitis B vaccination offer is to be established for young people ahead of the 2026 academic year. • The Department of Health and Social Care has come to the decision following consultation with Public Health and Manx Care.

Manx Radio · Island News08:06 Island could experience the hottest June day tomorrow • Currently, the record stands at 28.1 degrees and was recorded in 2023. • There’s a chance the Isle of Man could see the hottest June day on record tomorrow, according to a forecaster. • Temperatures are expected to rise to 27, possibly 28, degrees in some places with rare red heat warnings in place in parts of the UK.

Manx Radio · Island News06:16 FC Isle of Man's financial stability 'difficult' without 'magic benefactor' says new CEO • Russ Kent takes up the role for Island club. • FC Isle of Man’s new chief executive says the financial stability of the club is ’difficult’ without a ’magic benefactor. • Russ Kent was appointed to the role last week after previously serving solely as treasurer.

IoM Today · Transport13:01 Isle of Man TT rider flown home weeks after being seriously injured in crash • I’m still not too good, probably 95% of the day is in bed because of my injuries.

3FM · Island News10:37 IOM Scooter Rally returns this weekend • This weekend sees the 2026 IOM Scooter Rally return, with around 300 two wheeled visitors expected to the Island. • On Saturday, July 27 a mass ride out will begin at the Grandstand at 12pm, following the coast road to Ramsey before crossing the Mountain Road back to Blackberry Lane campsite. • Organisers say that congestion should be expected on the route, especially at the Grandstand at departure time.

IoM Today · Culture17:00 Isle of Man band make debut at Download Festival • We just want to wave the Manx flag as far and as wide as we can.’. • The band consists of Kriss Maguire (vocals, 35), Lar Crookall (guitar, 35), Chris Barber-Shaw (guitar, 36), Dario Leonetti (bass, 35) and Darren Shields (drums, 36). • Earlier in the year they signed to a London record label and have been steadily releasing music since.

IoM Today · Politics16:47 Man denies immigration charges linked to Isle of Man restaurant • He is accused of submitting a false statement supporting a visa bit but denies all charges.

IoM Today · Law14:38 Isle of Man Police stretched by exceptionally serious’ incidents over the past year • ...they have generated sustained demand, particularly on specialist investigative and safeguarding resources. • The wider point is public safety, confidence in enforcement, and whether residents need to change what they do next.

IoM Today · Island News13:00 Isle of Man-wide water meter rollout would cost more than £40m • We can manage our island’s water stocks without installing domestic water metres.

Manx Radio · Island News11:51 Balthane Roundabout plans on hold until 2027/28 as costs rise • Price tag has jumped up by £600,000 since scheme was first approved. • The long-awaited new Balthane Roundabout is now likely to be constructed in the 2027/28 financial year. • That’s from the infrastructure minister who’s been updating the House of Keys this week.

Manx Radio · Transport12:34 Port St Mary lifeboat launched to rescue stricken fishing vessel • RNLI crew tows vessel back into harbour. • A fishing vessel that got into difficulty south-west of the Calf of Man has been safely towed into Port St Mary Harbour by the port’s all-weather lifeboat. • The RNLI vessel, the Henry Heys Duckworth was launched at 1.39pm yesterday following a request from the Coastguard.

Manx Radio · Law11:17 Enquiries ongoing after 'shotgun-like sound' heard near Police Headquarters • Police say there's no indication of any wider risk to the public. • Police say enquiries are ongoing following reports of a shotgun-like sound near Police Headquarters. • The Isle of Man Constabulary has confirmed a member of the public reported hearing the sound in the area behind the Emergency Services Joint Control Room last night.

Manx Radio · Politics06:23 MHK 'frustrated' at pace of progress over cigarettes and vaping products • Committee calling for generational ban. • A committee that’s been looking into how tobacco and vape sales are regulated on the Island is calling for a generational ban. • That’s despite the public not appearing to support such a move.

Manx Radio · Island News09:49 Fifth candidate declares for Rushen • Torden Stores owner, Vicky East, to stand in September. • A fifth candidate has declared their intention to stand in Rushen in September’s General Election. • Vicky East is a postmaster and business owner, running Torden Stores in Port St Mary.

Manx Radio · Health10:00 Samantha Barks to host candlelit concert to support Hospice • Singer praised for 'kind and generous gesture'. • West-end star Samantha Barks is lending her support for Hospice Isle of Man by hosting a candlelit concert. • It will take place at the Gaiety Theatre on 27 November.

Manx Radio · Weather06:42 Onchan residents brand offshore windfarm travesty’ and nothing but negative • Commissioners organised a drop- in session for residents to learn more about scheme. • A travesty, the wrong project’ and nothing but negative’ are some of the phrases used by Onchan residents to describe the Mooir Vannin Offshore Windfarm. • Yesterday, a drop in session was organised by Onchan Commissioners for residents to learn more about the planning application and the project.

Manx Radio · Island News06:14 Former MasterChef contestant to run kitchen at children's nursey • Pippa Lovell joining Little Diamonds Nursery. • A former MasterChef The Professionals contestant is set to run the kitchen of a children’s nursery. • Pippa Lovell is joining the team at Little Diamonds Nursery in an attempt to teach youngsters about sustainable and healthy eating.

3FM · Culture17:00 Full Moon Festival returns this weekend • The return of a popular music festival this week will see a temporary speed limit on one of the key roads into Douglas. • During the Full Moon Festival, Richmond Hill in Braddan will become 30mph between its junction with Speke Lane and just outside the Douglas city limit. • The restriction will be in place from 9am on Friday, June 26 until 11am on Monday, June 29.

3FM · Island News12:49 Castletown gets new homes for endangered Swifts • Four new Swift nesting boxes have been installed in Castletown Square. • The bird nests at Manx National Heritage’s new visitor hub are to help protect the declining Swift population. • The project aims to encourage wildlife-friendly building practices as nearly half of the Island’s breeding Swifts have disappeared since the early 2000s.

IoM Today · Culture11:42 Nile Rodgers & CHIC to perform at Villa Marina • He has been credited with helping shape the foundations of hip-hop music. • The announcement is expected to generate significant excitement among local music fans, with tickets going on sale on Thursday (June 25). • Nile is widely regarded as one of the most influential figures in modern music.

3FM · Island News11:42 Another talk on armed policing tonight • There's another chance to find out more about armed policing tonight. • Police will be giving a talk at the Manx Legion Club in Douglas from 6pm, Wednesday, June 24. • Firearms officers will speak about how the role works, and why the Island has armed police.

3FM · Island News07:29 Plans to fix leaning chapel of Ballabeg • A planning application's been submitted to stop a historic chapel from leaning. • Manx National Heritage plans to reinforce the wall of Friary Chapel in Ballabeg using oak and steel supports. • The building dates back to the 14th century, and is now part of a farm.

3FM · Transport07:11 Douglas road to close for seven weeks • A road in Douglas is set to close for seven weeks, starting next Monday. • Ballanard Road will be closed to traffic between Johnny Watterson’s Lane and Scollag Road. • The Department of Infrastructre will close the route from 6.00am on Monday, June 29 until 6.00pm on Friday, August 14.

3FM · Island News06:49 £1k prize draw at Pilates world record attempt • You can have the chance to win £1,000 by taking part in a world record attempt next month. • The Island hopes to get thousands of people together to take part in the biggest ever Pilates class at Knockaloe, where it was founded during WW1. • Organised by Ramsey Crookall, 34Moves and Visit Isle of Man, no prior experience is necessary to get involved in the event on Sunday, July 19.

IoM Today · Island News17:00 Students' success celebrated at 2026 UCM Awards • The annual ceremony honoured more than 60 students who have demonstrated exceptional commitment to their studies. • The follow-up is which groups receive support, when the money is spent, and what residents can actually use or attend.

IoM Today · Island News15:05 Vandals destroy charity's bench before dumping it in sand dunes • We believe this happened on Sunday 14th, in the evening. • If you saw anything, please get in touch with us privately.’. • The practical angle is the support available locally, who can access it, and whether the extra training improves help for people at risk.

IoM Today · Law14:01 Man committed to higher court over wounding with intent to commit murder allegation • He has previously denied burglary, stealing a car, possessing a knife and theft. • Taylor Jake Murphy has previously denied burglary, stealing a car, possessing a knife, and theft. • Pleas to the wounding charge, as well as two counts of robbery, can only be entered at the Court of General Gaol Delivery.

IoM Today · Sport13:18 Castletown Rifle Club members celebrate season at awards evening • Several trophies found their way into the hands of father-and-daughter duo Neil and Rhian Masson.

IoM Today · Sport13:18 Ramsey Tennis Club team triumphs at Castletown tournament • The tournament took place in perfect conditions at the club’s Malew Street courts.

IoM Today · Transport13:11 Traffic lights set to cause disruption on New Castletown Road next month • Road patching works are set to take place. • Road patching works are due to take place on the road outside the Hampton Farm estate from Tuesday, July 7 to Friday, July 10. • Coming into Douglas from Fort North roundabout, the traffic lights will begin at the entrance to Hampton Farm and continue down a short stretch of road.

IoM Today · Island News11:08 Parish walker Pippa raises £2k for charity after being inspired by farmer friend who uses oxygen pack • Pippa’s friend Anna Kerruish farms while wearing an oxygen pack due to a rare lung disease. • The practical angle is the support available locally, who can access it, and whether the extra training improves help for people at risk.

IoM Today (Sport) · Sport07:00 Rosabel Cardy takes her football career to the US with a sports scholarship • Since joining Malew two years ago, Rosabel has made a big impact on the local game.

IoM Today · Island News13:34 Man accused of being abusive during silent vigil for Gaza victims • He allegedly claimed he was waiting for Tommy Robinson. • Jason Leo Brown, 46, is accused of being provoking and abusive, while interrupting the vigil organised by Amnesty International IOM at the Sunken Garden on April 17. • Mr Brown, of Empress Drive, Douglas, is also charged with being drunk and disorderly on May 7, when he was arrested while attending court.

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What's on: next 7 days

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Today · 25 - 27 Jun · Gaiety Theatre · Villa GaietyThe Good Life - the Service Players

Thu 2 Jul · Villa Marina · villa gaietyThe Signatures - Northern Soul

Thu 2 Jul · 02 - 03 Jul · Gaiety Theatre · Villa GaietyMusic Legends - the Creative Collective

Tomorrow · 26 June 2026–28 June 2026 · Villa Marina, Promenade, Douglas, Douglas, IM1 2HP · Visit Isle of ManIsle of Man Scooter Rally

Today · the Draw · alleventsChurch of Cash At the Draw Summer Concert Series

Today · 12 Apr 2026–25 Oct 2026 · Duke Travel / Isle of Man Experiences Shop, Isle of Man Sea Terminal, Douglas, Isle of Man, IM12RF · Visit Isle of ManIsle of Man TT Course & Motor Museum Tour

Today · 14 June 2026–25 Oct 2026 · Curraghs Wildlife Park, Main Road, Ballaugh, Isle of Man, IM7 5EA · Visit Isle of ManOrchid Line Miniature Railway Running Day

Today · 18 May 2026–1 Nov 2026 · House Of Manannan, Isle of Man, peel, Isle of Man, IM5 1TA · Visit Isle of ManVintage Motorcycles On Display

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

Today · 2 Apr 2026–31 Oct 2026 · Douglas Railway Station, Bank Hill, Douglas, Isle of Man, IM1 5PT · Visit Isle of ManIsle of Man Railways Dining Car

Today · 24 June 2026–28 June 2026 · SUPERCAR ISLAND, THROUGHOUT THE ISLE OF MAN, ISLE OF MAN, ISLE OF MAN, IM1 1AR · Visit Isle of ManPetrolheadonism Supercar Island

Today · 25 Jun · Broadway Cinema · Villa GaietyMasters of the Universe

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

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

Tomorrow · Samis At the Bradda Glen · alleventsA Taste of Cairo Dinner Show In Port Erin

Tomorrow · Rosehill Farm Apartments · visit isle of man & allevents (douglas) & visitor events calendarFull Moon Festival

Tomorrow · 26 Jun - 02 Jul · Broadway Cinema · Villa GaietyDisclosure Day

Tomorrow · 26 Jun - 31 Jul · Dragons Castle · Villa GaietyPop-In and Play At Dragon's Castle

Tomorrow · 26 June 2026 · Dhoon Glen, IM7 1HL · Visit Isle of ManGlass Flowers

Sat 27 Jun · Laxey, Isle of Man · manx radio & visit isle of man & alleventsA Manx Day Out In Laxey

Sat 27 Jun · Mooragh Lake Car Park · alleventsGran Fondo Isle of Man Guided Ride

Sat 27 Jun · King William's College, Im9 1tp Castletown, Isle of Man, Isle of Man · alleventsLes Liaisons Dangereuses - National Theatre Live

Sat 27 Jun · Samis At the Bradda Glen · alleventsOpen Level Belly Dancing Class At Sami's Bradda Glen, Port Erin

Sat 27 Jun · Douglas Promenade, Isle of Man · alleventsPetrolheadonism Cars and Coffee Event 2026

Sat 27 Jun · Town Hall Port St Mary · alleventsPride Film Festival - Rocky Horror Picture Show

Sat 27 Jun · Mannanan House, Castletown, Isle of Man, Isle of Man · alleventsRevolution To the Max! Lifting Fun Day

Sat 27 Jun · Zen At the Glen · alleventsSecret Gig In the Glen 🌿

Sat 27 Jun · Samis At the Bradda Glen · alleventsTaste of Cairo Dinner Show

Sat 27 Jun · Centenary Centre · centenary centre & peel onlineThe Houghton Weavers

Sat 27 Jun · 27 June 2026 · Laxey Upper Village (Various Locations), Laxey, Isle of Man · Visit Isle of ManA Manx Day Out In Laxey

Sat 27 Jun · 27 June 2026 · Douglas Quay, Douglas, Isle of Man, IM9 1HP · Visit Isle of ManAtla Race the Sun

Sat 27 Jun · 27 June 2026 · Douglas Quay, Douglas, Isle of Man, IM9 1HP · Visit Isle of ManIOM Steam Packet UltraMann

Sun 28 Jun · Victoria Square, Im9 6ld Port Erin, Isle of Man, Isle of Man · erin arts centre & allevents130 Years In the Making: the Dcu Summer Concert

Sun 28 Jun · Port Erin Breakwater · alleventsMermaid's Cove Glass Bottomed Kayak Adventure

Sun 28 Jun · Peel, Isle of Man · alleventsSummer Fling - Fashion Fling 2.0

Sun 28 Jun · 28 June 2026 · Poulsom Park, Castletown, Isle of Man, IM9 1NR · Visit Isle of ManPoulsom Park 130th Anniversary

Mon 29 Jun · Erin Arts Centre · erin arts centreMananan 50: Roscoe Piano Trio

Tue 30 Jun · Unit 1, the Old Gasworks, Mill Road, Im5 1ax Peel, Isle of Man, Isle of Man · allevents★new★ Meet & Make * Art Social * 30th June

Tue 30 Jun · Victoria Square, Im9 6ld Port Erin, Isle of Man, Isle of Man · erin arts centre & alleventsMananan 50: Ashlishyn Noa (new Visions)

Tue 30 Jun · St Paul's, Ramsey · alleventsRamsey Swing Dance Classes

Wed 1 Jul · Erin Arts Centre · erin arts centreEac Book Circle: Behind the Beautiful Forevers By Katherine Boo

Wed 1 Jul · Erin Arts Centre · erin arts centreJuly & August Events At the Eac

Wed 1 Jul · Victoria Square, Im9 6ld Port Erin, Isle of Man, Isle of Man · erin arts centre & alleventsMananan 50: Seamas Carey Presents Community Service

Thu 2 Jul · Victoria Square, Im9 6ld Port Erin, Isle of Man, Isle of Man · erin arts centre & alleventsMananan 50: Landless

Thu 2 Jul · the Draw · alleventsShirts and Skins At the Draw Summer Concert Series

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