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!
EXHIBITION CELEBRATING AGE AND CREATIVITY BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND
Independent Arts, a Newport-based charity for arts and well-being, is to host a vibrant new exhibition that celebrates the creative achievements of Isle of Wight care home residents. The exhibition showcases an inspiring collection of artwork, including collages, watercolours, printing,...
Read moreDetailsLOTS UNWRAPPED FOR CHRISTMAS AT LATEST CLIVE EMSON AUCTION
A bank building on the Island has been sold in an auction bidding war for £185,000. The freehold property at 38 Union Street, Ryde, with 3,358 sq ft over 4 floors, fetched £35,000 above the guide price. It was among...
Read moreDetailsCHANCE TO HAVE YOUR SAY ON DEMENTIA CARE AND SUPPORT ON THE ISLE OF WIGHT
Isle of Wight health and social care system leaders launched the Isle of Wight Dementia Strategy in May 2022, setting out a joint vision for improving dementia services and making the Island a place where people with dementia can live...
Read moreDetailsSANTA DASH RAISES £6,500 FOR MOUNTBATTEN AND SUICIDE AWARENESS GROUP FYFEY
The first Sunday of December saw nearly 300 Santas come together on Ryde Esplanade, to once again take on the previously popular IoW Santa Dash. Originally organised by Mountbatten Isle of Wight, after a 2-year break, Ryde & District Round...
Read moreDetailsNOMINATIONS FOR THE ISLE OF WIGHT CARE AWARDS 2025 NOW OPEN
Nominations for this year’s Isle of Wight Care Awards, an annual event that recognises and celebrates the hard work and dedication of individuals in the Adult Social Care sector, are now open. Those looking to get involved need to do...
Read moreDetailsRAILWAY WORKS ON RYDE PIER PROGRESSING WELL AHEAD OF RE-OPENING NEXT YEAR
Life extension works on the railway track on Ryde Pier are progressing well and running to schedule, Island Echo can exclusively reveal. It was back in 2022 that work to repair and preserve the historic structure first began, with works...
Read moreDetailsMEDICAL EMERGENCY IN EAST COWES SEES PARAMEDICS AND FIREFIGHTERS CALLED
Firefighters and paramedics are on scene in East Cowes this evening (Friday) where the extrication of a casualty from a first-floor window is underway. The incident has occurred at a property on York Avenue, opposite East Cowes Library. A single...
Read moreDetailsROAD TRAFFIC COLLISION CAUSING DELAYS ON MAIN ROUTE BETWEEN GODSHILL AND SHANKLIN
A multi-vehicle crash is causing delays on the main road between Godshill and Shanklin this afternoon (Friday). The crash has occurred on Shanklin Road, near the junction with Lessland Lane, with it believed that a BMW 1-series and at least...
Read moreDetailsGOOD NEWS FOR ISLANDERS CELEBRATING IN POMPEY THIS CHRISTMAS
There's good news for Islanders wanting to stay out later on the mainland on weekends over the Christmas holidays, thanks to a new offering from Wightlink. Wightlink has booked a minibus service to meet the 23:59 car ferry from Portsmouth...
Read moreDetailsFESTIVE CHEER AT ORCHARD HOUSE CARE HOME THANKS TO HUNNYHILL PRIMARY SCHOOL
Orchard House Care Home was filled with festive joy as we welcomed the talented students from Hunnyhill Primary School this holiday season. The school children delighted residents with a heart-warming performance of Christmas carols, creating a truly magical atmosphere. The...
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