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22nd June 2026
Darren heads up Island Echo not only as Editor, but as Publisher and Founder too. He specialises in breaking news and has worked in the local news market for the past 15 years.
Between 2-5cm of snow is expected to fall across the Isle of Wight this weekend as the 'Mini Beast from the East' causes temperatures to plummet. According to the IW MET Service, snow flurries may give a dusting over high...
Read moreDetailsA new electric bike hire service is about to launch from a Freshwater Bay business. The Bay Boutique Bed and Breakfast secured grant funding from Isle of Wight Council last autumn to support a new initiative aiming to attract active...
Read moreDetailsPolice on the Isle of Wight are investigating a public order incident in Cowes that has led to a man being treated for a broken hand and fractured shoulder, and another man being treated for a fractured eye socket. At...
Read moreDetailsSouthern Water is encouraging customers to prepare for the forecasted cold weather following last week’s water supply interruptions. In readiness for this weekend’s forecast of more freezing weather and snowfall, Southern Water are encouraging their customers to start preparing now...
Read moreDetailsPhoto: Amphibious Machines Hovertravel are to operate a shuttle service for the remainder of today (Friday) - and say an update regarding next week's timetable is to be issued - following yet more technical issues with the not-so-new hovercraft. It...
Read moreDetailsThe Isle of Wight has come second in a national vote to find the best holiday destination for 2018. Countryfile Magazine ran the voting competition, and in the category of Best Holiday Destination, the Isle of Wight came second -...
Read moreDetailsAs the Isle of Wight recovers from the recent cold snap, and prepares for another, new research shows energy saving life hacks are among the most popular ways for people to be thrifty at home. Barratt Homes, which is bringing...
Read moreDetailsAge UK Isle of Wight were quick to respond with heaters, food, blankets and water when recent adverse weather caused problems from snow, ice and threats of a lack of water supply. The local charity pulled together staff and volunteers...
Read moreDetailsWightFibre has announced several new key appointments as its’ Gigabit Island project gets underway - a project that will provide gigabit, full-fibre, future-proof broadband to over 50,000 homes and businesses across the Island. Simon Poole joins WightFibre as Operations Director...
Read moreDetailsRed Funnel’s flagship Red Eagle has returned to service between East Cowes and Southampton with a brand new look following an extensive £3million interior refit. The refit mirrors the work carried out to Red Falcon (2014) and Red Osprey (2015)...
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