With the rise in feminism and raised awareness of the environment dominating the headlines, advocates may look towards an inspirational leader to guide them through their campaigns, but historically St Bridget, who has links with the Isle of Man, may…
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New CD by Clash Vooar Breaks New Ground on the Manx Music Scene
Local six-piece band Clash Vooar (Big Groove) has been breaking new ground on the Manx music scene with their extraordinary powerful mix of songs, tunes and languages, which has been described as Manx Gaelic gypsy jazz blues, with their debut…
Manx Quartet to Represent the Isle of Man at Pan Celtic International Song Contest
Local quartet Drogh Yindys was selected to represent the Isle of Man at the annual Pan Celtic International Song Contest in Letterkenny, County Donegal, during the local heat Arrane son Mannin at the Masonic Hall in Peel recently. The song…
Concert by Hartes Ease Closes the Festive Season
The annual candle-lit, musical evening held in Holy Trinity Church in the parish of Patrick, has now become an established event on the Manx calendar, with entertainment provided by local early music group Hartes Ease. They were introduced by Alison…
Traditional Oie’ll Verree Plays to a Full House
Organised by Michael Heritage Trust, the traditional Oie’ll Verree held at the Ebenezer Hall in the village follows a tried and trusted format, which in the age of contemporary entertainment can still muster a full house. Members of the audience…
Return of The Chronicles of Mann and the Isles Advocated at Illiam Dhone Ceremony
The annual ceremony commemorating the anniversary of the death of William Christian took place at Hango Hill, just outside Castletown, close to the site of both his execution and now demolished abode at Ronaldsway. His death in the seventeenth century…
Mollag Ghennal Celebrates 25th Anniversary
The much loved, annual Mollag Ghennal, which has its roots in the Garden Room of the old Villa Marina, before the Mollag Band took over the baton from the Calor Gas Ceili Band in 1993, celebrated its twenty fifth anniversary…
Revellers Enjoy a Busy St Stephen’s Day
It’s a busy time for those keeping Manx traditions in the spotlight on the Isle of Man when St Stephen’s Day (Boxing Day) dawns, with a surge of interest in events this year providing a welcome boost for the…
Manx Bonnag recipe
How to make Manx bonnag the Laxey Mills way Ingredients 225g Laxey Glen Mills Soda Bread Flour (Bob’s Red Mill does a version) 50g caster sugar 110g sultanas 110g margarine 140mls (1/4 pint) buttermilk 1 egg Preparation Rub the margarine…
Manx Traditions Calendar Raises Funds for Island Charity
Annual calendars come in many forms, but there’s something a little different in the offing for next year with the release of the Manx Traditions Calendar for 2019 with all proceeds awarded to the Island based charity Crossroads Care. Designed…
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