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As Manx Utilities continues to study the ecological impact of windfarms on the Island, environmental concerns about wind turbine blades are being raised.
The Chief Innovation Officer of ExoTechnologies, a company on the Island that works with sustainable and recyclable material, believes there are BPA-free solutions the authority can use with the introduction of the turbine blades.
Back in 2018, the first all-female expedition travelled to the Great Pacific Garbage Patch - the densest accumulation of marine plastic anywhere on earth.
Local marine biologist Rowan Henthorn was onboard.
The 14-strong international crew set sail on a month-long voyage, which saw them cross 3,000 nautical miles from Hawaii to Vancouver.
A filmmaker went along for the ride, and today, a documentary will be released capturing the journey.
This week is Maternal Mental Health Awareness Week - a campaign dedicated to talking about problems women may be experiencing before, during and after pregnancy.
It's all about raising public and professional awareness of perinatal mental health and advocating for those women and families impacted.
The Island's perinatal service was launched back in 2018 after healthcare professionals spotted a gap in services for women.
Leslie Murphy is Manx Care's Lead Midwife for Enhanced Care and Safeguarding.
Siobhán Fletcher caught up with her.
Members of the Manx hospitality sector have begged the government for help to survive.
Over a hundred were at a Licensed Victuallers gathering at the Manx Museum yesterday afternoon.
Government Ministers Dr Alex Allinson and Tim Johnston were present.
Some in the audience said they feared they wouldn't be able to carry on in business much longer.
Enterprise Minister Tim Johnston spoke live on Manx Radio's Breakfast programme this morning, giving his reaction to Sian Cowper:
The Isle of Man Government has launched a secure messaging platform for Social Security customers, which will allow people send and receive messages, forms, and documents directly with the team.
The Political member with responsibility for social security is Dr Michelle Haywood tells us more
Is the hospitality sector in crisis on the Isle of Man?
Local businesses have been sharing their concerns about the future of the industry.
We hear from Andy Saunders of the Licensed Vituallers Association, Carl Joughin from the Mitre Hotel in Ramsey, Johnny McDowell from New Cod on the Block in Onchan and Enterprise Minister Tim Johnston and the Chief Minister Alfred Cannan.
Improving women's health services on the Island has to be a joint effort, according to Manx Care.
It's hosted an event with industry specialists from the UK and the Isle of Man to share experiences and practices.
The healthcare provider's hoping to create a strategy to make support more accessible.
Amy Griffiths went along to the event:
If you missed any of this month's two-day sitting of Tynwald, do not worry. Political Correspondent Phil Gawne was there and has all the details you need to know.
There's been a further fall in the rate of inflation on the Isle of Man to 3.2 per cent in March, a decrease of 0.3 per cent compared to February.
Treasury Minister Alex Allinson says 'prices are now rising at their slowest annual rate since August 2021 and the unbroken trend of a falling inflation rate since the turn of the year is an encouraging sign.'
He says: 'This time last year annual inflation stood at 9.2 per cent which put considerable strain on household budgets. Lower inflation maintains the purchasing power of people’s money. It also brings stability and a better level of...
Fatima Whitbread has been visiting the Island this week advocating for lasting improvements to the lives of young people.
The two-time Olympic medallist - who was abandoned as a baby and left in care homes until the age of 14 - says she'd like to see more being done for 'looked after' children.
She spoke to Chanelle Sukhoo
Manx Care insists a data breach where 'huge volumes' of patient records were found at a former employee's home was an isolated incident.
The healthcare provider's written to 160 people after the documents were discovered in September last year.
It's apologised 'unreservedly' for the breach, and says the current safeguards have been further strengthened to prevent an incident like this happening again.
Chief Executive Teresa Cope spoke to Amy Griffiths:
There's a warning after two near-fatal Heroin overdoses on the Island last night (Monday, 15 April).
Anyone who recently took the drug is told to seek medical advice, whilst those with it in their possession are urged to dispose of it immediately.
Manx addiction charity Motiv8 is offering free Naloxone kits - which can help reverse the effects of an overdose.
In this episode of Newscast, Lewis Foster speaks to the charity's CEO Thea Ozenturk and Trainee Support Worker Jason McKee.
Accidents happen, but dog owners also need to take greater responsibility for their pets.
That's the message from a trainer on the Isle of Man, who says it's frustrating to see repeated stories of lost and injured dogs in certain areas.
With lambing season upon us, emergency services and farmers have put out calls for residents to keep a closer eye on their pets.
Manx Radio caught up with Debbie Martin from Busy Bee Dog Training, who had this advice for owners.
The Deputy Chief Minister says it's no good listening and not taking on the feedback, as government prepares for next week's roadshows.
'Listening to You' is a series of events where Manx residents will have a chance to put questions directly to ministers.
They're taking place in four locations around the Island, starting next Monday.
Justice and Home Affairs minister Jane Poole-Wilson spoke to Amy Griffiths about them:
A Manx resident has described the moment drones and missiles were launched into Israel overnight by Iran.
Adrian North was in Tel Aviv during the attack, which has led to fears of a major escalation in the conflict in the Middle East.
More than 300 drones and missiles are said to have been launched, with 99 percent of them intercepted.
It comes as Tehran is blaming Israel for a recent airstrike on its embassy in Syria - and has reportedly warned any retaliation will be met with an even larger attack.
Mr North, who's in Israel visiting friends, described to Manx Radio the scene f...
People on the Isle of Man who are living with Parkinsons are being reminded they are not alone.
Today (11 April) marks World Parkinson’s Day; it’s believed between 400 and 500 people suffer with the degenerative condition on the Island.
Parkinson’s Disease is a neurodegenerative disorder with symptoms generally developing over years.
Pamela Shimwell-Mayo is the chairman and founder of the Parkinson’s Disease Society Isle of Man.
A blind teenager from the Isle of Man says she’s hoping to break barriers and challenge stigmas and stereotypes through her podcast.
Evie Roberts hosts ‘Talking in the Dark’ from a studio at Ballakermeen High School.
She’s already interviewed some big names including Nile Rogers, Baroness Tani Grey Thompson and Stephen Fry.
The 14-year-old told Manx Radio's Chanelle Sukhoo podcasting is 'really accessible' as you just need the ability to hold a conversation:
Some Manx farmers are considering changing when they lamb in order to cope with changing weather patterns.
Recent heavy rain has made the process incredibly difficult for those working in the sector; March was the fourth wettest on record.
Storm Kathleen over the weekend also brought gale force winds hampering access to land and threatening the lives of newborn lambs.
Farmer, and Manx Radio Countryside presenter, Kirree Kermode told John Moss it’s a real challenge:
The scale of change needed at the meat plant is ‘significant’ and there will be ‘bumps in the road’ as it happens.
That’s the message from Isle of Man Meats which has come in for severe criticism after supply issues.
Chairperson Nigel Davis spoke to Tessa Hawley:
A launch event is to be held this evening ahead of a fundraiser with a difference that's set to take place in May.
Breast Cancer Now is hosting its annual sleepover - this time, in Peel Castle.
Sandy Denning from the charity told Manx Radio it's hoped the event will raise money for vital research into cancers like invasive lobular breast cancer, which is extremely difficult to detect.
The form is the second most common type of breast cancer, and accounts for 15 per cent of all breast cancers.
However, there is no specific treatment plan for it, so currently, early detection is key.
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The Isle of Man’s farming industry is going to struggle in the future unless something ‘quite dramatic’ is done.
That’s the view of the Manx National Farmers Union.
This week a farm in the south of the Island said it was giving up potato production blaming high production costs and a sharp drop in local demand.
General Secretary Sarah Comish has been speaking to John Moss:
A community fridge has been launched in the south of the Island with the aim of reducing food wastage.
It's the second shared fridge that's available to anyone who may need access to it due to cost of living pressures - with plans to open a third one in Jurby in the coming months.
Manx Radio journalist Chanelle Sukhoo spoke to Katie Sutherland and Maddy Porter.
The 60th Easter Festival of Running takes place this weekend.
There'll be events on Good Friday, Saturday and Easter Sunday.
A number of roads will be closed for the event.
David Griffiths is one of the organisers and has been telling Amy Griffiths more:
The mastermind behind Manx Radio's comedy sketch 'IM1' is hoping to bring the series back again this year.
The satirical programme which goes behind the scenes of the radio station has been nominated for an accolade at the Audio and Radio Industry Awards.
'IM1: A New Hope - LIVE!' is up against some industry heavyweights in the comedy category.
Manx Radio's Christian Jones sat down with the writer and producer Howard Caine.
Is there enough support for new dads on the Island?
That's the question Manx Care is asking in a new survey.
It's admitted there's a gap in its services to support new dads and is hoping to try and address it.
Amy Griffiths has been finding out more:
An Island businesswoman says applying for the hit BBC TV show ‘The Apprentice’ has boosted her confidence in ways she could never have never imagined.
Emily Todd is a certified menstrual cycle coach and the founder of the Femm Collective which aims to empower women through menstruation education.
She was one of 50,000 entrepreneurs who attempted to impress Lord Alan Sugar and was in the top one percent of potential candidates who were selected to audition.
Whilst she didn’t make it through Emily told Manx Radio the lessons she’s learnt have been invaluable:
If you missed any of this month's sitting of Tynwald, which ran on for two days with the small matter of a Royal visit occupying some members for a time, fear not! Political Correspondent Phil Gawne brings us the highlights.
Something that has been in the news a lot recently is the issue of waiting lists at Noble's Hospital.
Two years ago, Manx Care brought over Scottish based company Synaptik to help carry out a number of procedures.
So how has that partnership been for both teams, and what has it meant for Manx patients?
Siobhán Fletcher caught up with Tracy Kelly - the senior nurse liaison lead for Manx Care and Synaptik - and Lisa Wood - the clinical lead for Synaptik - to find out.
Her Majesty Queen Camilla delivers a speech during her visit to the Isle of Man to confer city status on Douglas.
The Isle of Man needs to distance itself from the UK’s position on the ongoing conflict in Gaza.
That’s the view of protestors who today (19 March) gathered outside the Tynwald building in Douglas to urge the Island’s parliament to support calls for an immediate ceasefire.
They say despite months of lobbying MHKs, and the chief minister directly, there has still been no public statement regarding the Manx position.
Tessa Hawley and Phil Gawne have this report: