When the time comes to replace your old refrigerator, washing machine, or other large household appliances, you might be tempted to handle the disposal yourself. After all, how difficult could it be to remove and discard these items? However, the...

A 17-year-old boy was arrested in Wootton yesterday lunchtime (Monday) after allegedly being seen carrying a knife on board a bus. Hampshire & Isle of Wight Constabulary deployed a number of officers to the High Street area following reports that...

Around 150 runners from across the Island, UK and even Hawaii gathered at the weekend for the 11th Great North South Run, hosted by Vectis Lunatics Full Moon hash. Participants gathered at Egypt Point to get their shirts (which are...

While small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are at the heart of the local economy, many still rely on outdated software systems that hinder efficiency and growth. By embracing software modernisation, they can improve customer service, ensure data security, and drive...

Island Roads is undertaking a 'customer' survey this Autumn to gather residents' views on the services it provides. While the survey covers all aspects of Island Roads’ work, the organisation is keen gain more feedback on its Summer season activities,...

A car has careered into the front of a house after colliding with another vehicle outside a primary school in Nettlestone this morning (Tuesday). A silver Renault Modus - displaying P plates - has smashed through a brick wall and...

Police are investigating a public order incident after a van driver lost the plot at a learner driver - all for beeping the horn. The incident, in which the van driver became verbally abusive at the learner and their instructor,...

A pedestrian has been rushed to hospital after being struck by a car in Sandown this evening (Monday). It was shortly before 18:30 that emergency services responded to the scene on Perowne Way, outside the local shop. Island Echo understands...

Police are appealing for witnesses to an incident in which a car almost collided with a pedestrian on a pavement in Newport. Between 16:20 and 16:30 on Monday 12th August, a silver Mercedes mounted the pavement at the junction from...

Premier Motors has shown its support for the Isle of Wight Youth Trust with a donation of £1,000. Premier Motors has always been a community-focused dealership. Whether through supporting local charities, sponsoring sports teams, or providing high-quality jobs to local...