Sam Turton

Isle of Man

Reporter at Isle of Man Courier

Allegedly a journalist.

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Articles

Police Didn't Advise to Call Off Parties

2 days ago | manx.news | Sam Turton

The Police say they did not advise the organisers of any Year 11 after-prom parties to cancel their events. However, the organisers of four upcoming parties have independently decided to call them off. While secondary schools assist in arranging Year 11 proms, after-parties are separate, parent-organised events with no formal school involvement. The cancellations follow the death of a 14-year-old in Ramsey last month, which remains under investigation.
S100 Fanzone to Return Bigger

2 days ago | manx.news | Sam Turton

Southern 100 Racing has announced the return of theÂ Bushyâs FanzoneÂ to Castletown Square for theÂ 2025 Southern 100 Road Races. Organisers are promising a bigger and bolder celebration for the eventâs 70th anniversary. Sponsored byÂ Bushyâs which is set to establish its new base in Castletown, the Fanzone will run fromÂ Monday July 7 to Thursday July 10, offering live entertainment, rider interviews, and big-screen racing action.
Lifeboat Volunteers Aid Vessel

2 days ago | manx.news | Sam Turton

Port St Mary’s RNLI volunteers went to the aid of a vessel with engine failure, two miles off South Scarlett over the weekend. The boat had three crew aboard and was left drifting in dense fog, with visibility reduced to just 50m. Due to the poor conditions, the Trent class all-weather lifeboat Henry Heys Duckworth was also launched to aid in locating the casualty using radar.
Fans Can Record TT But Not Broadcast It

2 days ago | manx.news | Sam Turton

TT fans are allowed to film the races and Festival of Motoring from public areas, but unofficial livestreaming is prohibited, Enterprise Minister Tim Johnston has confirmed. The clarification came in response to a question from Douglas Central Chris Thomas, who asked whether filming and livestreaming from private land and public roads was permitted.
Family Library Ltd to Cease Trading

2 days ago | manx.news | Sam Turton

Family Library Limited, the company and charity that operates the Family Library services, will cease trading at the end of next month. As pleas for assistance have gone unanswered, the charity has confirmed ti will close on July 31.
18kt Bangle Stolen from Hospice Shop

3 days ago | manx.news | Sam Turton

Hospice Isle of Man has issued an urgent appeal after a valuable 18kt gold bangle was stolen from its Strand Street Boutique. The charity said it was “heartbroken” by the theft, as the item, valued at over £900, had been donated to help raise funds for its work. In a post on Facebook, Hospice said: “We are urgently appealing to the public and local jewellers to help us recover this precious item.
Keys Debate 20MPH Rollout

3 days ago | manx.news | Sam Turton

The Keys have decisively rejected bid for the Chief Minister to be drawn further into the DoI’s handling of the Tynwald mandated 20mph rollout. MHKs clashed over consultation processes, enforcement, and the perceived rushed rollout of the policy. The motion, brought by Douglas Central MHK Chris Thomas, called for the DoI to provide the Chief Minister with a “full explanation” of the 20mph implementation plan.
Clash Over Minimum Wage v Salaries

3 days ago | manx.news | Sam Turton

The Enterprise Minister has said there is a clear distinction between the island’s minimum wage and the minimum required salary for migrant visas during a heated exchange in Keys. Minister Tim Johnston faced pointed questions from MHK Lawrie Hooper about the timing of proposed changes to migrant worker salary thresholds.
UCM Drops Three Degree Courses

3 days ago | manx.news | Sam Turton

University College Isle of Man has suspended its BA Honours in History and Heritage degree for the 2025-26 academic year, citing low application numbers and concerns over student experience. Education Minister Daphne Caine confirmed the decision, which follows the earlier suspension of other degree courses.
Suspicious Items Disposed Of

3 days ago | manx.news | Sam Turton

Suspicious items discovered near Ronaldsway on Friday have been safely disposed of by a specialist UK team, the Police have said. The items were found by contractors working for the Department of Infrastructure on June 20, prompting a multi-agency response involving the Fire and Rescue Service, Ambulance Service, Isle of Man Constabulary, Emergency Planning, Health and Safety officers, airport executives, and Civil Defence.