The Isle of Wight Council is backing the national campaign to get half a million people out and about cleaning up their local community. The Great British Spring Clean campaign, led by Keep Britain Tidy, takes place between 2nd and...

A unique Charleston dance school which was recently accepted onto the UK’s largest free accelerator hub, Entrepreneurial Sparks, will be swivelling it’s way to Ryde from 19th February. MyCharleston was set-up by 2 entrepreneurial women, Elena Collins and Fiona Ring,...

The display stands out against the backdrop of Newport Over £4,200 has been handed over to 2 local good causes today (Thursday) thanks to the generous donations made at the Long Lane Christmas Lights display in December. Terry and Sue...

The ever-popular Big Blues Party returns to Flanagans in Sandown later this month to kick start another year of evening entertainment. The Big Blues Party with Laurie McVay and the High Rollers is now an established event, providing fabulous music, food...

The Isle of Wight Fire and Rescue Service are advising Island residents to check their electricity consumer units for signs of charring following a fire in Ryde on Monday. As previously reported by Island Echo, 2 appliances were called to...

More than £10million is proposed to be spent by the Isle of Wight Council on capital projects to benefit the Island in areas such as regeneration, education and social care. Some £1.7million will be provided as grants to individuals to...

Horse, Pedal and foot power are joining forces with the creation of a multi-user path between Newchurch and Langbridge. The release of part of the Newport to Sandown cycletrack NC9 from a covenant preventing horse use means riders, cyclists and...

The Isle of Wight Council has finalised budget proposals that will see council tax rise by 5.99% but also protect vital services and investment in the Island’s long-term future. The increase means an average band C council taxpayer will see...

Cowes Harbour Commission (CHC) is looking for exceptional people with enthusiasm and a genuine interest in public service who are able to provide strategic leadership to the decision making Board of Cowes Harbour Commissioners. Candidates are sought who can demonstrate commitment and local knowledge....

UPDATED: 2 cars have been destroyed and the exterior of a semi-detached property has been damaged in a fire in East Cowes this afternoon (Wednesday). The Isle of Wight Fire and Rescue Service are currently attending the incident at Princess...