Young people on the Isle of Wight who are struggling to maintain a tenancy and keep a home through the cost-of-living crisis are being offered new support, thanks to a £240,000 fund created by Sovereign and The Blagrave Trust. The...

What does it mean to live in a Biosphere? The new Isle of Wight Biosphere Committee has drawn up a list of principles for biosphere living that it hopes all islanders and visitors will embrace, including businesses and other local...

Ventnor beach has undergone a remarkable transformation in recent weeks as the geological process of longshore drift has exposed previously hidden steps and the remnants of the old pier. The process happens periodically after a sustained period of wind coming...

If your kids love the natural world, science or simply love the great outdoors then the Wildheart Animal Sanctuary’s new festival, FOCAS FEST, is definitely not to be missed! FOCAS FEST - Focus on Conservation and Science Festival - is...

Ryde Beach Lifeguards (RBLG) has teamed up with Southern Water to offer local children in school Years 5 and 6 the opportunity to learn lifesaving water safety skills.  Each year Ryde Beach Lifeguards looks after the safety of locals and...

Cheetah Marine has revealed what it believes to be the world's first EV-ready RIB, the Cheetah R630. This unique RIB comes with either a petrol or diesel outboard but can be converted by RS Electric Boats into a fully operational...

The Pepperpot Players have been given an award for dramatic excellence by the National Operatic and Dramatic Association (NODA) for their production of 'Agatha Crusty and the Village Hall Murders'. As previously reported by Island Echo, the play was initially staged...

Jack Up Events are hosting an ABBA evening guaranteed to have the feel-good factor on Saturday 1st July. Taking place at their Retro Staycations glamping site in Ryde, you can enjoy a special outdoor Summer concert dedicated to the ultimate...

Contractors for the Environment Agency have been busy working to remove debris from waterways, including at Monktonmead in Ryde, to reduce the risk of flooding. It may seem strange to talk about flooding during what has been a long, dry...

Sovereign customers are being invited to share their views over proposals to merge with Network Homes and create a single organisation – Sovereign Network Group. The consultation is now live and will give customers the opportunity to have their say...