W Hurst & Son (IW) Ltd has announced that its Ventnor branch will close at the end of August, but the Freshwater store will remain open - for now at least. It was back in May 2025, following a comprehensive...

CycleWight staged a commuter transport challenge from outside County Hall in Newport to Cowes earlier this week, demonstrating how cycling can be a faster and more sustainable travel option during peak traffic times. On Tuesday, members of the Isle of...

A total of 24 teams took part in this years Isa Ballard Rosebowl at Freshwater Bay Golf Club last weekend (9th June). The winning team were Sue Keen and Di Clark from Freshwater with a score of 38 points. Paula...

Supermarket giant Aldi has announced plans for a new store in Ryde.  The proposed store will be located in the Neutrik building off Cothey Way which has been vacant for 3 years. Up to 40 new jobs for the new...

Damira Dental Studios has revealed to Island Echo that its new 10-surgery practice in Ryde, which will look after 10,000 NHS patients, is set to open in November. The current branch located on Melville Street features 4 fully equipped surgeries....

Wightlink Cycle Race Team Members cyclists Charis Jones and Oli Nolan celebrated hard-fought victories on the mainland last week, while Alfie Haydon impressed in challenging conditions at the National MTB XC Championships in West Yorkshire. Charis and Oli travelled to...

The front wheel of an electric car has been left at a right angle after coming into contact with a parked car in Newport. Police have responded to Medina Avenue as a result of a 2-car road traffic collision, which...

Bembridge Harbour will host the annual Bembridge Gig Fest this weekend, bringing together traditional fixed-seat rowing crews from across the region for the Isle of Wight’s only festival of its kind. Organised by Bembridge Harbour Authority and Yarmouth Gig Rowing...

West Wight Men in Sheds have received a much-needed technology upgrade after appealing for help to replace their outdated computer equipment. The group, which promotes social inclusion by providing a safe, friendly space for creative, recreational and physical activities, had...

Islanders are being invited to leave their car at home and hop on their bikes this June, as part of the Isle of Wight Council’s ‘Life’s Better by Bike’ campaign. The campaign aims to inspire residents to swap shorter car...