Yearly Archives: 2013
Posted on 24th February 2013
Born in the small town of Taverna in Calabria, Preti was sometimes called Il Cavalier Calabrese (the Knight of Calabria). His early apprenticeship is said to have been with the “Caravaggist” Giovanni Battista Caracciolo, which may account for his
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Posted on 20th February 2013
Recently Inspector Derek Flint and members of the Isle of Man Constabulary gathered for a photo presentation of the new stamps with Lucy Webster-Thompson of Isle of Man Post Office. The stamp issue illustrates the history of the Island’s police
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Posted on 20th February 2013
While fire fighting has traditionally been at the forefront of their work, the Isle of Man Fire and Rescue Service’s role has expanded considerably since its establishment in April 1965. Techniques, skills, equipment have been developed to enable an effective
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Posted on 20th February 2013
There is only one species of Giant Panda. A member of the bear family, the Giant Panda is the only species in its genus. The animals have the digestive system of a carnivore, but have adapted to a vegetarian diet.
Posted on 20th February 2013
Sue Daly is a wildlife film-maker, photographer and writer based in the tiny channel island of Sark.
Posted on 20th February 2013
Once in a while something very special happens locally which needs to be celebrated. In 2012 Sark’s Carl Hester’s outstanding achievements in the Equestrian world is something we are extremely proud of.
Posted on 19th February 2013
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Posted on 15th February 2013