Isle of Wight MP Bob Seely has registered his objection to controversial plans for the building of 50 new homes on greenfield land in Freshwater, branding the development as 'not for Islanders'. Today (Tuesday) is the last day for comments...

A new community recovery service for Islanders struggling with complex mental health needs is now available thanks to a partnership between the Isle of Wight NHS Trust and the Southern Housing Group. The mental health transformation plans are moving ahead...

Scottish and Southern Electricity Networks (SSEN) has today announced the launch of a £200,000 fund to build local resilience and protect vulnerable community members across central southern England. The 2021 round of SSEN’s Resilient Communities Fund will open on Tuesday...

Firefighters from Ryde were called to reports of a bin fire in Union Street this morning (Tuesday). 1 appliance attended the small-scale incident outside of Wetherspoons, where a pile of waste was found to be smouldering and extinguished with 1...

The Isle of Wight Green Party has publically released their future vision document, which details the platform that Green Party candidates will be standing on for the May elections, and beyond. Entitled ‘For Our Future’, the document outlines five key...

The Country Land and Business Association (CLA) is warning of the potential for a spike in dog attacks, as ‘pandemic puppies’ are set to visit the countryside for the first time, coinciding with the peak of the lambing season. With...

The Isle of Wight's High Sheriff, Caroline Peel, has formally recognised 3 of Mountbatten's young volunteers for their work at an awards presentation this week. The High Sheriff's Awards celebrate the achievements of young people under the age of 25...

With the easing of coronavirus restrictions, Shanklin and Sandown Golf Club has wasted no time in 'tee-ing off', as sporting facilities can once again open their doors. Under the socially distanced but watchful eye of Club Professional Peter Hammond, at...

An Isle of Wight business, which normally specialises in security, has now been granted official authorisation to provide a 'Test To Release' service for those conducting essential travel during the coronavirus pandemic. As previously reported by Island Echo, Blueline Security...

A well-known Island photographer is celebrating her success after her photo was chosen as the winner of the People's Choice Award at the British Photography Awards 2021. Sienna Anderson's photos are a familiar sight on social media platforms and community...