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!
YOUTH TRUST SEEKING VOLUNTEERS TO HELP CHANGE YOUNG LIVES
An Island charity which has been supporting children and young people with their mental health and wellbeing for almost 40 years is launching an appeal for volunteers after seeing demand for its services increase. The Isle of Wight Youth Trust...
Read moreDetailsFREE ACTIVITY AND INFORMATION DAY LATER THIS MONTH FOR HARDWORKING SUPPORT WORKERS
The Isle of Wight Council, in conjunction with the Isle of Wight NHS Trust, has announced it is supporting a multi-professional Support Worker Day for development and wellbeing. The event will take place on Saturday 27th January in the Education...
Read moreDetailsLONG-TERM SOLUTION BEING SOUGHT TO STOP CARS CRASHING INTO RESIDENTS’ WALL IN SANDFORD
Island Roads is working on a long-term solution to stop vehicles careering into a stone wall in Sandford when the road is icy. Over the last 4 years, numerous drivers have lost control of their vehicles and crashed into the...
Read moreDetailsISLE OF WIGHT LOTTERY RESULTS: 19TH JANUARY 2024
The winning numbers in this week’s Isle of Wight Lottery draw (19th January 2024) are… Amount (£) Number £1,000.00 1939 £100.00 13526 £100.00 13367 £100.00 11755 £100.00 17500 £100.00 15669 £100.00 6271 £100.00 15625 £100.00 14890 £100.00 302 £100.00 4505
Read moreDetailsMEETING PLANNED TO UPDATE LOCALS ON BONCHURCH LANDSLIDE
A public meeting is to be held next month to provide an update to those affected by the devastating landslide that hit Bonchurch late last year. In conjunction with Ventnor Town Council, the meeting will look to address what is...
Read moreDetailsISLE OF WIGHT PLANNING APPLICATIONS: 19TH JANUARY 2024
The following planning applications and appeals have been submitted to the Isle of Wight Council and can be viewed online at www.iwight.com/planning. Alternatively, they can be viewed at Seaclose Offices, Fairlee Road, Newport, Isle of Wight, PO30 2QS. Comments on the applications...
Read moreDetailsTOP CHEF ROBERT THOMPSON SET TO OPEN NEW BAR/GRILL AND RESTAURANT IN RYDE
Chef Robert Thompson is looking to open up a new restaurant and bar/grill beside the sea in Ryde, an application submitted to the Isle of Wight Council has revealed. A licensing application shows plans to turn Royal Maritime House -...
Read moreDetailsCRASH CAUSES DELAYS ON MAIN ROAD BETWEEN ARRETON AND SANDOWN
A multi-vehicle shunt is causing traffic delays on a main road between Arreton and Sandown this afternoon (Thursday). Emergency crews were called to the A3056 near The Fighting Cocks just before 15:00. The incident has seen several cars, including a...
Read moreDetailsBOB BACKS GOVERNMENT’S BILL TO SEND ASYLUM SEEKERS TO RWANDA
Island MP Bob Seely voted in favour of the government's Rwanda bill yesterday evening (Wednesday). During his appearance in Westminster before a vote on the bill took place, MP Seely said that here on the Island, over 50% of the...
Read moreDetailsMAN ACCUSED OF SERIOUS ASSAULT IN SHANKLIN FACES NO FURTHER ACTION
A man arrested on suspicion of grievous bodily harm with intent following an incident at an address in Shanklin in October last year is to face no further action, Police have confirmed. As first reported by Island Echo, officers attended...
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