Podcasts about ballasalla

This week Sharon chats with Kasia Chudy, a veterinary surgeon and the founder of the Natural Animal Clinic in Ballasalla, where she and her team bring a fresh and holistic approach to animal care.  Originally from Poland, Kasia studied veterinary medicine at the University of Environmental and Life Sciences in Wrocław. She moved to the UK before discovering the Isle of Man and making the island her home. The Natural Animal Clinic specialises in alternative treatments such as acupuncture and herbal medicine, helping animals heal in ways that go beyond traditional veterinary care.  In our conversation, she shares her inspiring career path, the challenges of introducing holistic treatments in a conventional field, and the rewarding moments that make it all worthwhile. We also dive into entrepreneurship, resilience, and the importance of taking bold steps—both in business and in life.

On the day the UK Government announces a ban on disposable vapes from next year, the Department of Environment, Food and Agriculture asks; should we ban them here? We also have the latest on the Ballasalla bypass development and the appeal against plans for a sewage treatment plant in Peel.The Chair of Castletown Commissioners says there's a social media witch-hunt against plans to pedestrianise the square year-round.The Steam Packet releases its sailing schedule up to May 2026.And, as Culture Vannin assesses the popularity of Hop-Tu-Naa traditions, we ask; when was the last time Rob Pritchard went trick-or-treating?That's Update for Thursday, 24 October with Lewis Foster (in for Beth).

We rejoin W Y Evans Wentz in Ballasalla where he hears more stories about what he calls 'fairies', though Sophia Morrison points out that the Manx people had lots of names for them, but that 'fairies' was not used. Evans Wentz visited the Island in 1909 to take evidence for his book, 'The Fairy-Faith in the Celtic Countries', which was published in 1911.In our Manx translation of Dracula by Bram Stoker, Professor Van Helsing and Dr John Seward are talking about Mina Harker, who has just gone to get some information her husband, Jonathan, had written about his time in Castle Dracula. When she brings it to him, he talks to them about how it seems unwittingly to be a useful clue for them.As nyn giaull -FARA - Fair windsNOGOOD BOYO - Just the G.O.A.T.OWEN WILLIAMS - 90s stringsANNIE BAYLIS BAND - Oll an draCLÍONA NÍ GHALLACHÓIR - Donall Mac AoidhKOÑJ - De l'autre côté de la rive (ronde de Loudéac)LUAR DE LUBRE - AncaresCÉCILE CORBEL - Cœur de Breizh FARA - Solar

Bishop Peter is due to retire in October this year, and the process to choose his successor as Bishop of Sodor and Man has now begun. It's a long and complicated procedure, designed to make sure the best possible person is appointed, to meet the needs of the Diocese now, and share a vision for its future. On today's programme we join the Archdeacon, the Venerable Irene Cowell, as she guides us through the process and shares thoughts on the importance of the Bishop's role in Island life. The open meetings mentioned in the interview are : Monday 24 July Kirk Michael Parish Church at 3:15pm The Abbey Church Hall at 6pm Both meetings are open to all, and both meetings will last for one hour Rev'd Canon Dr Michael Leyden is the Dean of Emmanuel Theological College and was a recent visitor to the Island. He joins us on the programme to tell the story of this new college which serves the North West of England (including the Isle of Man) which brings a fresh new approach to ministry training - and came into being through a couple of miracles! Michael returns to the programme next week to tell his own story - it's really inspiring - don't miss it! The boys of Broughton Parish Church Choir are back on the Island for their annual Training Holiday. We feature hymns from the men and boys of the choir on today's programme, and the young choristers would love to see you as they sing Choral Evensong around the Island's churches this week : Tuesday 25 July - St Paul's, Ramsey - 7.30pm Wednesday 26 July - Kirk Christ - Rushen Parish Church - Port Erin - 7:30pm Thursday 27 July - St Matthew's Church, Douglas - 7.30pm Friday 28 July - The Abbey Church, Ballasalla - 7.30pm Sunday 30 July - St Peter's Church, Cregneash - 3:15pm PLUS another packed notice board! Send your news for inclusion to judithley@manxradio.com

Liverpool foot passengers extra walk, work permit deactivation, Ballasalla rocking manhole cover, sex education curriculum report, & Hyundai driver's bid for free Steam Packet ticket. It's Mannin Line with Andy Wint #iom #manninline #manxradio

Our 1791 tour guide, David Robertson, takes us out of Douglas and through Santon to Ballasalla. It gives us an opportunity to explore something of the history of Newtown (now Mount Murray) and an early industrial enterprise in Ballasalla, using the power of the Silverburn to drive a cotton mill. Dr John Seward can't understand what Professor Van Helsing's reason is for his elaborate precautions involving garlic flowers all round Lucy Westenra's bedroom and even in a wreath round her neck. However, the Professor is satisfied that this will give Lucy an undisturbed night. Our version in the Manx Gaelic of Bram Stoker's 'Dracula' brings a dramatic surprise for the Professor. As y kiaull ain - FOSTER & ALLEN - The old rustic bridge by the mill BRENDA WOOTTON - De Sul vytyn RACHEL HAIR TRIO - The Duke of Fife's welcome to Deeside ELLEN WILLIAMS & DAVID GEORGE HARRINGTON - Sea song BRIAN MAC STOYLL - Berree Dhone PHILHARMONIA ORCHESTRA cond. GEORGE WELDON - Suo gan AN TUAGH (JAMIE KEDDIE) - Iomraibh eutrom ho ro NOLWENN LEROY - La jument de Michao KEITH DONALD & MAIRE NI BHREATHNACH - Aisling gheal

Two-day teachers strike starts tomorrow, two ex-MHKs get £68k payout, Ballasalla firm's genetic disorder cure, new Jurby housing estate & seven new fire service vehicles arrive. It's Update with Andy Wint #iom #news #manxradio

Lloyd's pharmacy whistleblower, credit cards withdrawn, geothermal energy, under 18 vaping sales law, 200 new homes in Ramsey & the new Ballasalla by-pass. It's Mannin Line with Andy Wint #iom #manninline #manxradio

We're on an excursion, the first of several following Rev Thomas Stephen's 1832 'A Poetic Guide to the Isle of Mann'. We left Douglas via the Nunnery, Kewaigue, Richmond Hill and Newtown, and had reached Ballasalla. Onwards, then, to the Island's former capital, Castletown, where Mrs Kneen is to provide an evening meal. Despite his hopes of slipping out when the Szganee and the Slovakee leave, Jonathan Harker is still stuck in Castle Dracula. Meanwhile, the young woman to whom he is betrothed, Mina Murray, corresponds with her school friend, Lucy Westenra. As y kiaull ain - gyn oyr erbee, she'n eeanlee ta shin cheet er y cheayrt shoh - YSGOL BRO TEIFI - Deryn y bwn o Banna AL O'DONNELL - An bunnan bui ASTEVERYN - An culyek hos KARINE POLWART - Follow the heron THEO LE MAGUET & PIERRE BEDARD - Rossignolet du bois NIALL VALLELY - Gleann na phreachain TECWYN IFAN - Can yr adar man MONA INNEY GHOOLISH - Lhondoo NEEAR NESAN - Al loauelanig

You can't hide from the C word any longer…… its CHRISTMAS! This week, Michelle James heads to Pooil Vaaish Handmade Christmas Fair in Ballasalla. Join over 40 talented local artists and makers as they showcase their latest designs and gifts under one roof. Featured on Spotlight – Isle be Creative, The Flower Studio, Wolly Made, Paint and Thimble and Jo Lewy Ceramics.

Our short story in Manx takes us to New York, where Craig is besotted with Brede but loses her close affection, though they remain friends. When Brede becomes the victim of violence, Craig steps in to help. Laa'l Vial, the Feast Day of St Michael the Archangel - Michaelmas - (which falls on 29th September, but continued to be celebrated by the old style, on or around 10th October) was an important time in the Island, not just in Kirk Michael, as you might expect, but also in Castletown, Ballasalla and Douglas. As y kiaull ain 'sy chlaare y cheayrt shoh - DENIS ALLEN - Limerick, you're a lady PLETHYN - Ymryson canu CNUIMHEAGAN - The baravan CLAUDINE FLOC'HIG & YANN FANCH KEMENER - Ar verjelig MOOT - Ushag veg ruy KERENSA - Now the summer is over/Tregonning Hill/Ewon an vor SEAMUS O'DOHERTY - Limerick is beautiful YR HWNTWS - Bachgen bach o dincer SGOIL CHIUIL NA GAIDHEALTACHD - MacArthur Road/The mouth of the River Tobique/Zito the bubbleman

This week, we're speaking to two local photographers, Mike Radcliffe and Sean Corlett, who will be sharing their pro tips and tricks in 'Nature Through a Lens', as part of Manx Wildlife Week early next month. Find out more about Wildlife Week and book your tickets here: https://www.biosphere.im/news-details/nature-through-lens-event-showcases-islands-natural-wonders/ We also hear from a former Ballasalla man writing an album inspired by his memories of the Isle of Man, Nigel Walton. Keep an eye out for his new material on all usual music providers.

On today's podcast we hear some of your coaching stories. Marion Storey is part of the coaching team at Coxhoe Comets based in the North East and we also hear from Ashley Hall who coaches at Ballasalla in the Isle of Man. England Netball Volunteering Multi Download : linktr.ee/netball The Netball Show is proudly partnered : www.flyhawk.com

5 new cases of Covid-19 - all part of the identified cluster, a new organ donation system for the island by this summer, when we can travel again will we need a vaccine passport to do so? And what is going on with Dandara in Ballasalla?

What role does the Post Office play where you live? The centre of many communities, the local post office has been in the spotlight of late, as the way services are delivered change. Closures in St John’s and Ballasalla have ruffled feathers as the Post Office board hits the half way mark in its 5 year strategy. Alex Wotton takes a look...

Zoom zoom zoom zoom, I want you in my room. We're still scattered to far flung outposts such as Ballasalla but the magic of the interweb brings us together. This week, Jess wears a hat and talks about ordering takeaway online, Sam chats to a bear and tells us about a pub becoming a shop, Andy talks about his helmet and a professional cyclist on lockdown and Katie turns grey while presenting yessir training. Plus we talk about approved boys, The Crown and adverts from 1960 in This Week in History. This podcast was recorded on Thursday 2nd April 2020

Local authorities are increasingly concerned about the closure of village post offices, with fears the situation in Ballasalla could soon spread. We hear from Malew Commisisoners, the Isle of Man Municipal Association, and from post office chair Julie Edge. A delayed social housing project in Braddan, which is expected to cost more than £4.5 million, is set to provide tenants with homes that 'exceed the standard in energy efficiency'.

Since the beginning of the year, a village in the south of the Island has been mobilised over the uncertain future of its post office branch. After the sub-postmaster in Ballasalla announced his intention to step down at the end of March, the Isle of Man Post Office Board launched a public consultation about what the future of the branch should be. The plan was to convert the facility into a kiosk - similar to the plans in St John's and Pulrose - instead of the traditional counter service model we associate with post office branches across the Island and elsewhere. Those proposals have been met with resistance, though, from members of the public, service users, plus local MHKs and commissioners. There are concerns about the reduced remit the facility would offer under the plans, with several key services set to disappear. As things stand, a kiosk will be installed in the branch for the next financial year, but with a possible appointment of a 'service partner', who would essentially be tasked with helping customers operate the touch screen services, and providing advice for completing paper-based services. The latest development in the story comes from Malew Commissioners - who have called on the chief minister to intervene over the future of Ballasalla's post office. The local authority wants Howard Quayle to suspend the post office board's retail strategy, and review how it's being implemented across the Island. Since the time of recording, the chair of Isle of Man Post Office has responded, with an open letter.

The Post Office says nothing is decided on the future of the Ballasalla counter, but residents have serious concerns about the prospect of losing a 'vital service'. We hear from some of the more than 100 people who turned up to a coffee morning last week to discuss the issue. Public sector rents are to go up 1.9% in April. Infrastructure Minister Ray Harmer explains how the increase is calculated, whilst MHK Rob Callister challenges the DoI's figures.

Bob Carswell delivers a weekly programme of great Manx Gaelic broadcasting and entertainment. William Gell takes us to a fish hatchery in Port Erin, introduces us to the Quayles of Crogga and William Christian of Ronaldsway (and takes a strangely dim view of Illiam Dhone, it must be said), calls in at King William's College and then remembers Sir James Gell. Although an Onchan man, William Gell spent some of his school days in Ballasalla, from where he attended Malew Church under the Rev William Gell. Our Manx story is a tale of greed overcome by hard technology. As nyn giaull : JAMIE SMITH'S MABON - Caru pum merch : GABE DANSEREAU - Kentucky fiddle tune : LORS LANDAT & THOMAS MOISSON - Deomp d'ar bal : MERA ROYLE - Graih foalsey : DAOIRI FARRELL - The hills of Granemore : RACHEL HAIR & RON JAPPY - Maybelle's compliments to her brother Cameron/Lady Baird's/Lochinver : JOWDY & CARASEK DAVEY - The bellringing : CLASH VOOAR - Magh ass y chishtey

Gyp Buggane is the owner and producer/engineer at Ballagroove Recording studios in Ballasalla. He joined Marc Tyley on Greatest Hits and chose The Beatles - Revolver as his classic album. He also got to squeeze in a superb bonus track as well.

Take a dive into this week's podcast, Jess explains why a swimming pool in the island was filled with plastic, Sam gets constitutional as he looks at why MPs in the adjacent isle are trying to legislate for the Isle of Man and what the Manx govt has had to say about it. Sam also got very excited this week as plans for Hover Kart City in Ballasalla have been given the green light and Jess has been to Maughold for the annual pancake race showing off her flipping great skills. Plus we jump in the Isle of Man Newspapers' Tardis and head back to 1958 to take a look at one of the island's darker moments in this week in history. Don't forget you can join the conversation by following us on Instagram or Twitter @iomnewspodcast   #almostlivefromnigel #pancakes #iom #news #iomnews 

Douglas Council and government clash on Peel Road congestion issue, a preview of the last of this year's sittings of the House of Keys, and a look at Dandara's plans for a Ballasalla bypass.

Malew duo Andy Glover (pictured left) and skipper Josh Clarke are this week's #ManxFootyPod guests. The pair discuss Glover's return to football after serious injury and reflect on the Ballasalla outfit's start to the JCK Division Two season. We hear from #IsleofManFA manager Paul Jones after last week's #FAInterLeagueCup victory over the #Peterborough and District League, plus there's the usual look ahead to the weekend's games. #iom #isleofman #manxfootball #football