Chief Constable Scott Chilton has unexpectedly retired from Hampshire & Isle of Wight Constabulary with immediate effect amid an investigation by the Independent Office for Police Conduct for alleged gross misconduct. Police and Crime Commissioner Donna Jones has today (Monday)...

A 42-year-old man arrested on suspicion of assaulting an elderly male in Newport - knocking him unconscious - has been bailed as investigations into the shocking incident continue. Detectives from Newport CID have taken the lead on the investigation into...

The Isle of Wight’s new High Sheriff, Jacqueline Gazzard, was sworn in at a declaration service held at Newport Minster this morning (Monday). Jacqueline, a born and bred Islander, starts her 12-month voluntary term in what is the oldest continuous...

46-year-old Ben Scott has been charged with drink driving after he drove his car into a block of flats in Ventnor last night (Sunday). Police were called to Albert Street in the town centre at around 19:00 to reports that...

A 27-year-old man has been arrested after a woman was violently assaulted in Binstead during the early hours of this morning (Monday). Hampshire & Isle of Wight Constabulary has launched an investigation into the incident, which is said to have...

Red Funnel has once again cancelled a number of sailings on its vehicle ferry service to and from the Isle of Wight, as engine troubles on board Red Eagle lead to a third day of significant disruption. It was on...

Sainsbury’s in Newport will lose its in-store café within just a matter of days, the supermarket chain has confirmed. It was back in January that Island Echo reported on the news that Sainsbury's looked set to close its in-store café here...

Frustration is mounting in Ventnor as Bath Road - 1 of only 2 routes to the seafront - remains closed after 18 months, with business owners and the community concerned they may be facing another Summer season with Bath Road...

The rise of AI and smart technology is reshaping industries around the world, and local businesses on the Isle of Wight are no exception. From small cafés to boutique shops, technology is playing an increasingly vital role in enhancing customer...

Overcoming a serious alcohol problem is a challenging journey that many individuals face. The effects of alcohol addiction can be devastating, affecting both the affected person and their loved ones.  Fortunately, there are effective treatment options and strategies that can...