James Rann - Digital News Reporter
James joined the Island Echo team in May 2022. Although he holds a degree in sports journalism, he covers all genres of news including court reporting. James has a particularly good memory!
PLANS TO INSTALL 5G MAST IN SANDOWN BEING MET WITH STIFF OPPOSITION
Plans to install a near 65ft 5G mast in an Isle of Wight town are being strongly opposed by numerous locals who are voicing concerns around public safety, the devaluation of property and the impact on the natural landscape. The...
Read moreDetailsPREMIER MOTORS ON A MISSION TO TACKLE EV MYTHS THIS MARCH
Premier Motors is on a mission to debunk the biggest myths around electric vehicles (EVs), hybrids, and plug-in hybrids this March with an electrifying campaign packed with exclusive offers, expert insights, and hands-on experiences. As the Island’s EV Store, Premier...
Read moreDetailsFINALISTS ANNOUNCED FOR 2025 VECTIS RADIO COMMUNITY AWARDS
Local community station Vectis Radio has announced the list of finalists for the 2025 Isle of Wight Community Awards. This is the third year of these awards and the ceremony, which is sponsored by, and will be held at Caffe...
Read moreDetailsSPINNAKER TOWER ABSEIL IN AID OF ASPIRE TO TAKE PLACE THIS MAY
Fancy a challenge this May? Then why not take on the Spinnaker Tower abseiling challenge in aid of local charity Aspire. Experience an amazing adrenalin rush and take on a 100-metre descent down the side of Portsmouth’s iconic landmark, Spinnaker Tower, overlooking the...
Read moreDetailsPEDESTRIAN SUFFERS SERIOUS INJURIES AFTER BEING HIT BY DRUG DRIVER IN WOOTTON
A pedestrian has been left with serious injuries after he was hit by an alleged drug driver in Wootton last night (Monday). Police were called just before 23:00 yesterday evening (3rd March) to reports of a road traffic collision on...
Read moreDetailsMORE THAN 20 PETS REUNITED WITH OWNERS THANKS TO HELP OF DRONE SAR VOLUNTEERS
A team of volunteers that use drones and other pieces of tech to help reunite lost pets and their owners are up for a prestigious award. The Isle of Wight's Drone SAR For Lost Dogs has been named as a finalist...
Read moreDetailsNEW PLAY EQUIPMENT COULD BE HEADING TO SANDOWN’S LOS ALTOS PARK
Sandown's Los Altos Park could be getting some new play equipment following the submission of a planning proposal to the Isle of Wight Council. The application, submitted by Sandown Town Council, proposes the installation of 8 pieces of wooden play...
Read moreDetailsUP TO 2 HOUR DELAYS ON WIGHTLINK ROUTE OWING TO TECHNICAL ISSUE ON ST FAITH
A technical issue on St Faith is causing delays of up to 2 hours on Wightlink's Portsmouth to Fishbourne route this afternoon (Monday). The delays follow the discovery of a technical issue aboard St Faith. Wightlink has said that customers...
Read moreDetailsHELP NEEDED TO SEND HAYLANDS PRIMARY U11s TO POKEMON CUP FINALS
Haylands Primary Schools U11 boys football team have reached the South West finals of the Pokémon Primary Schools' Cup, but they need your help to get there. The final is to be played on Saturday 22nd March at a venue...
Read moreDetailsLOCAL BUSINESS BRIGHTBULB AND IOW COLLEGE LAUNCH ‘BRIGHTSTART’ PROGRAMME
Brightbulb, a leading design and digital studio on the Isle of Wight, has partnered with the Isle of Wight College to introduce an exciting new initiative for aspiring designers. The BrightStart programme offers a unique opportunity for all second-year students...
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