The Isle of Man Examiner this week leads on the mayhem so far seen on the roads of the island since the start of the TT festival.

As well as news about the TT so far, our sports department has lots of action from the practices,

Also this week:

A new area plan for the east of the island has been published. That includes Santon, Marown, Laxey, Braddan, Onchan, Douglas and Lonan.

We talk to one of the pupils affected by the blunder at Castle Rushen High School, which meant they couldn’t answer questions in their exam.

A student from Colby tells us how he helped to save a disabled man who fell into the River Clyde.

Major roadworks in Ramsey will include a cycle lane.

A reader has sent us photos of conditions in Braddan School’s kitchens, prompting fears about hygiene.

A motorcyclist tells us about an accident he suffered that was down to a poor road surface in Peel.

David Cretney MLC criticises ’gutless’ MHKs.

Plans have been submitted for a new housing estate in Castletown.

We learn about the scuba divers who assist the police in water searches.

A scientist who grew up in the island has received a significant award for her expeditions researching insects.

Our Buildings at Risk series looks at Baillie Scott’s designs.

Two of our reporters try paddle boarding in Port Erin.

Reporter Jess Ward goes out on the streets of Douglas to find out what people really think about the TT.

Manxman Roger Cook, aged 68, is the oldest British man to complete a climb to a height of over 8,000m. We find out more.

Manx residents who suffer a stroke will have access to thrombolysis treatment 24/7 thanks to a new initiative.

A 74-year-old pensioner from Willaston has been punished in court for driving without due care or attention.

There’s a new campaign designed to persuade us to buy Manx.

Cold Feet actor James Nesbitt was the special guest at a fundraising event which raised £166,176 for Alzheimer’s charities.

Plus the sports action from the weekend, your letters, photos from Finch Hill Sports Park’s open day, business news, the social diary and lots of community news.

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