You will have guessed... this was Island Echo's April Fools Day article for 2025! Islanders could soon be greeted by new signs as they enter different parts of the Isle of Wight, with proposals unveiled to divide the Island into...

Searches are underway and an appeal has been launched to help locate an Isle of Wight man who has gone missing whilst on holiday in the Swanage area of Dorset. 35-year-old Daniel South has been reported missing, having last been...

Recent years have seen plenty of talk about reforming the UK gambling industry. 2025 is lining up to be the year in which concrete action is finally being taken. This includes areas such as online slots, bonuses and how gambling...

Families across the Isle of Wight are being encouraged to embrace their wild side this Easter with a range of free activities from the wildlife charity Butterfly Conservation. From butterfly-spotting adventures to crafty kite-making and even creating your own Moon...

Curtains are a necessary part of home decor, playing both a functional and aesthetic role. The latest curtain trends for 2025 bring a fresh wave of styles and innovations that blend modern design with functionality. With design preferences shifting, homeowners...

The traditional image of seaside towns often includes fish and chips, candyfloss, and the sound of loose change clinking in amusement arcades. For many coastal communities like those on the Isle of Wight, arcades have been a nostalgic part of...

The roar of the crowd, the clash of bodies, the strategic brilliance of a perfectly executed play – these elements define the visceral thrill of rugby. Yet, a parallel world of strategic depth and calculated risk exists in the realm...

In a new regular feature on Island Echo, Charlie Panayi, CEO of Red Squirrel Property Shop, gives a monthly update on the Isle of Wight’s property market… The property market is constantly evolving, with estate agents always looking for new ways...

The former Kingswood activity centre in Bembridge has gone on the open market - with estate agents promoting the 60-acre site as a 'development opportunity'. The property comprises a mixture of accommodation and learning facilities as well as outdoor activities...

Hannah Harrison, a Specialist Paramedic at Isle of Wight Ambulance Service, has received a national award from the Association of Ambulance Chief Executives (AACE). The awards were presented at AACE’s recent Ambulance Leadership Forum, where ambulance services across the country...