127th edition of festival begins today
A new trophy will be on offer at The Guild this year.
The 127th Manx Music, Speech and Dance Festival has got underway at the Villa Marina this morning.
There are a number of changes for this year, including the introduction of stand-up comedy and newsreading classes.
Vice-chairman Anne Clarke explains how the new silverware pays tribute to a well-known figure:
Boutique hotel planned for Peel
Plans also include improvements to nearby Castle Street Gardens
Former TT rider's family at risk of losing house after rejected insurance pay out
Helayna Ingham, wife of Daniel Ingham, posted an emotional plea on social media
Dog wash machine planned for promenade
It would allow people to wash and dry their dogs on the go
Businesses can bloom if people support local
Ellan Vannin Candles and Soapery opened today