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Thursday 28 May 2015
Michael Pfeiffer Memorial Bench Installed by Dhoon resident
A bench has been installed in the Dhoon Arboretum as a memorial to Michael Pfeiffer of the Gruseleck. Michael passed away last year and the bench has been provided by a resident of Dhoon.
The Gruseleck have become synonymous with the Dhoon Corner where they have set up camp during the festival since 1981.
The bench is sited just beyond the entrance to the Arboretum and faces down towards the Gruseleck camp. Why not have a wander up and a sit during this year's TT and remember Michael, a very likeable, warmly respected friend of the TT and the Isle of Man.
A bench has been installed in the Dhoon Arboretum as a memorial to Michael Pfeiffer of the Gruseleck. Michael passed away last year and the bench has been provided by a resident of Dhoon.The Gruseleck have become synonymous with the Dhoon Corner where they have set up camp during the festival since 1981.
The bench is sited just beyond the entrance to the Arboretum and faces down towards the Gruseleck camp. Why not have a wander up and a sit during this year's TT and remember Michael, a very likeable, warmly respected friend of the TT and the Isle of Man.
A German TT visitor who became well-known for camping at a spot in the north of the Island has died.
Michael Pfeifer headed up a group of German fans who've visited the festival every year since 1981.
They’re well-known among visitors and locals for their campsite on the corner of the Ballaragh Road in Laxey, known as Gruseleck.
58 year old Mr Pfeifer, from Duisburg, was killed in a motorcycle accident involving a truck last Thursday.
A statement on his website says he loved the Isle of Man and the motorbike fans he met – and asks friends to remember him as the “wonderful person he was.” - See more at: http://www.manx.net/isle-of-man-news/65467/well-known-tt-fan-killed#sthash.FEq0qfp0.dpuf
Michael Pfeifer headed up a group of German fans who've visited the festival every year since 1981.
They’re well-known among visitors and locals for their campsite on the corner of the Ballaragh Road in Laxey, known as Gruseleck.
58 year old Mr Pfeifer, from Duisburg, was killed in a motorcycle accident involving a truck last Thursday.
A statement on his website says he loved the Isle of Man and the motorbike fans he met – and asks friends to remember him as the “wonderful person he was.” - See more at: http://www.manx.net/isle-of-man-news/65467/well-known-tt-fan-killed#sthash.FEq0qfp0.dpuf
A German TT visitor who became well-known for camping at a spot in the north of the Island has died.
Michael Pfeifer headed up a group of German fans who've visited the festival every year since 1981.
They’re well-known among visitors and locals for their campsite on the corner of the Ballaragh Road in Laxey, known as Gruseleck.
58 year old Mr Pfeifer, from Duisburg, was killed in a motorcycle accident involving a truck last Thursday.
A statement on his website says he loved the Isle of Man and the motorbike fans he met – and asks friends to remember him as the “wonderful person he was.” - See more at: http://www.manx.net/isle-of-man-news/65467/well-known-tt-fan-killed#sthash.FEq0qfp0.dpuf
Michael Pfeifer headed up a group of German fans who've visited the festival every year since 1981.
They’re well-known among visitors and locals for their campsite on the corner of the Ballaragh Road in Laxey, known as Gruseleck.
58 year old Mr Pfeifer, from Duisburg, was killed in a motorcycle accident involving a truck last Thursday.
A statement on his website says he loved the Isle of Man and the motorbike fans he met – and asks friends to remember him as the “wonderful person he was.” - See more at: http://www.manx.net/isle-of-man-news/65467/well-known-tt-fan-killed#sthash.FEq0qfp0.dpuf
A German TT visitor who became well-known for camping at a spot in the north of the Island has died.
Michael Pfeifer headed up a group of German fans who've visited the festival every year since 1981.
They’re well-known among visitors and locals for their campsite on the corner of the Ballaragh Road in Laxey, known as Gruseleck.
58 year old Mr Pfeifer, from Duisburg, was killed in a motorcycle accident involving a truck last Thursday.
A statement on his website says he loved the Isle of Man and the motorbike fans he met – and asks friends to remember him as the “wonderful person he was.” - See more at: http://www.manx.net/isle-of-man-news/65467/well-known-tt-fan-killed#sthash.FEq0qfp0.dpuf
Michael Pfeifer headed up a group of German fans who've visited the festival every year since 1981.
They’re well-known among visitors and locals for their campsite on the corner of the Ballaragh Road in Laxey, known as Gruseleck.
58 year old Mr Pfeifer, from Duisburg, was killed in a motorcycle accident involving a truck last Thursday.
A statement on his website says he loved the Isle of Man and the motorbike fans he met – and asks friends to remember him as the “wonderful person he was.” - See more at: http://www.manx.net/isle-of-man-news/65467/well-known-tt-fan-killed#sthash.FEq0qfp0.dpuf
A German TT visitor who became well-known for camping at a spot in the north of the Island has died.
Michael Pfeifer headed up a group of German fans who've visited the festival every year since 1981.
They’re well-known among visitors and locals for their campsite on the corner of the Ballaragh Road in Laxey, known as Gruseleck.
58 year old Mr Pfeifer, from Duisburg, was killed in a motorcycle accident involving a truck last Thursday.
A statement on his website says he loved the Isle of Man and the motorbike fans he met – and asks friends to remember him as the “wonderful person he was.” - See more at: http://www.manx.net/isle-of-man-news/65467/well-known-tt-fan-killed#sthash.FEq0qfp0.dpuf
Michael Pfeifer headed up a group of German fans who've visited the festival every year since 1981.
They’re well-known among visitors and locals for their campsite on the corner of the Ballaragh Road in Laxey, known as Gruseleck.
58 year old Mr Pfeifer, from Duisburg, was killed in a motorcycle accident involving a truck last Thursday.
A statement on his website says he loved the Isle of Man and the motorbike fans he met – and asks friends to remember him as the “wonderful person he was.” - See more at: http://www.manx.net/isle-of-man-news/65467/well-known-tt-fan-killed#sthash.FEq0qfp0.dpuf
A German TT visitor who became well-known for camping at a spot in the north of the Island has died.
Michael Pfeifer headed up a group of German fans who've visited the festival every year since 1981.
They’re well-known among visitors and locals for their campsite on the corner of the Ballaragh Road in Laxey, known as Gruseleck.
58 year old Mr Pfeifer, from Duisburg, was killed in a motorcycle accident involving a truck last Thursday.
A statement on his website says he loved the Isle of Man and the motorbike fans he met – and asks friends to remember him as the “wonderful person he was.” - See more at: http://www.manx.net/isle-of-man-news/65467/well-known-tt-fan-killed#sthash.FEq0qfp0.dpuf
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Michael Pfeifer headed up a group of German fans who've visited the festival every year since 1981.
They’re well-known among visitors and locals for their campsite on the corner of the Ballaragh Road in Laxey, known as Gruseleck.
58 year old Mr Pfeifer, from Duisburg, was killed in a motorcycle accident involving a truck last Thursday.
A statement on his website says he loved the Isle of Man and the motorbike fans he met – and asks friends to remember him as the “wonderful person he was.” - See more at: http://www.manx.net/isle-of-man-news/65467/well-known-tt-fan-killed#sthash.FEq0qfp0.dpuf
TT2015 Road Closure Notices
...times when roads are closed over the festival period can be viewed here.
Maughold has several great viewing places on the approaches to the Mountain Section.... why not see the action from the Gooseneck or the Waterworks above Ballure Reservoir?
Want to see what entertainment's on during TT? View an Events Calendar here. ¶ 21:05
Maughold has several great viewing places on the approaches to the Mountain Section.... why not see the action from the Gooseneck or the Waterworks above Ballure Reservoir?
Want to see what entertainment's on during TT? View an Events Calendar here. ¶ 21:05
Wednesday 27 May 2015
Mr Bell appears to seek control over local authority finances
Yesterday's Isle of Man Examiner carried an article which reported that Mr Bell would like his government to take close control of local authority finances.
The strategy described by Mr Bell would allow further charges for services to be transferred from income tax onto local rates as has already been done with domestic waste disposal charges and the 'sewerage tax'.
It would also lead to the loss of local accountability for ratepayers, who would have less say over the quality of services such as refuse collection.
The article in which Mr Bell sets out his enthusiasm for more centralised power can be read here.
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Yesterday's Isle of Man Examiner carried an article which reported that Mr Bell would like his government to take close control of local authority finances.
The strategy described by Mr Bell would allow further charges for services to be transferred from income tax onto local rates as has already been done with domestic waste disposal charges and the 'sewerage tax'.
It would also lead to the loss of local accountability for ratepayers, who would have less say over the quality of services such as refuse collection.
The article in which Mr Bell sets out his enthusiasm for more centralised power can be read here.
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Friday 22 May 2015
Tuesday 19 May 2015
Goats Damage Memorial Trees at the Arboretum
The feral goats who inhabit the area around Bulgham have continued to damage some of the memorial trees in the Dhoon Arboretum. A fence is currently being installed to keep them away from these trees. The work is being carried out over the next few days. The Commissioners apologise for any disturbance to the peace and tranquility of the area whilst these works are carried out.
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The feral goats who inhabit the area around Bulgham have continued to damage some of the memorial trees in the Dhoon Arboretum. A fence is currently being installed to keep them away from these trees. The work is being carried out over the next few days. The Commissioners apologise for any disturbance to the peace and tranquility of the area whilst these works are carried out.
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Sunday 17 May 2015
Ballaglass Glen, well worth a visit...
Bluebells now in bloom (photo courtesy Robert Quane). ¶ 14:29
Bluebells now in bloom (photo courtesy Robert Quane). ¶ 14:29
Saturday 16 May 2015
Garff Commissioners Meeting with Minister Gawne to discuss further Service Delivery Changes
The Commissioners of Maughold, Laxey and Lonan will be meeting with Minister Gawne and senior representatives of the DoI this coming Monday the 18th May. The meeting will allow preliminary discussion of the delivery of other services beyond those already agreed (hedge-cutting, gulley-pot cleaning and street cleaning), either through transfer of responsibility to local authorities or through a shared approach with the Department.
A further meeting of the Garff Committee will meet a few days later on Wednesday with representatives from Douglas Corporation who will be contracted in to undertake the hedge-cutting, gulley pot servicing, and street cleaning in Garff,
The DoI will retain full responsibility for these matters on the main A2 Coast Road as it passes through our Sheading. ¶ 08:56
The Commissioners of Maughold, Laxey and Lonan will be meeting with Minister Gawne and senior representatives of the DoI this coming Monday the 18th May. The meeting will allow preliminary discussion of the delivery of other services beyond those already agreed (hedge-cutting, gulley-pot cleaning and street cleaning), either through transfer of responsibility to local authorities or through a shared approach with the Department.A further meeting of the Garff Committee will meet a few days later on Wednesday with representatives from Douglas Corporation who will be contracted in to undertake the hedge-cutting, gulley pot servicing, and street cleaning in Garff,
The DoI will retain full responsibility for these matters on the main A2 Coast Road as it passes through our Sheading. ¶ 08:56
Friday 15 May 2015
New Chairman Elected for Coming Year!
Mr John Quayle has been elected as Chairman of the Commissioners for Coming Year. At the May AGM he was unanimously elected with Mrs Corrina Perks being elected as Vice-Chairman.
Positions on the various Boards and Committees were arranged as follows:
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Positions on the various Boards and Committees were arranged as follows:
Garff
Joint Initiative Committee - Mr Robert Moughtin, Mr John Quayle
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Northern
Local Authorities Swimming Pool Board - Mrs Corrina Perks
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Isle
of Man Municipal Association - Mr Robert Moughtin
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Northern
Housing Board - Mrs Marinda Fargher
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representative from the Commissioners also attends the following as
necessary: Northern Traffic Management Liaison Group; Northern Neighbourhood
Policing Team.
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External Praise for Manx Bus Service
The quality of service provision on our buses has been praised in the 2015 edition of 'Buses Magazine'.
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The quality of service provision on our buses has been praised in the 2015 edition of 'Buses Magazine'.
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Wednesday 13 May 2015
Wednesday 6 May 2015
