The Caulkheads pub has announced that it is to hold a family fun day to raise money for a rare cancer treatment to save the life of local Sandown resident, Suzanne Bulmer. Entry to the fun day on 15th April...

The very first Vectis Radio Community Awards ceremony took place on the 31st of March, celebrating individuals and organisations and the hard work and effort they put into the local community. Vectis Radio Station Manager, Ian Mac, who compèred the evening...

A new not-for-profit improvised comedy group is set to launch at the Ventnor Exchange in April, welcoming people who are keen to try something new. 'Up Your Improv’ inspires people to think differently, act quickly and say what they see....

A 53-year-old woman from Sandown has paid compensation of £300 to a shepherd after her dog killed a sheep back in March. On the afternoon of 14th March this year, a dog off a lead chased sheep that were grazing...

10 Isle of Wight pharmacies will be open at different times across the Easter bank holiday period. The pharmacies listed below should be open as shown. Please note the different dates and opening times, as they vary. Dr Michele Legg,...

A popular fish and chip shop in Cowes, which was closed back in August, has reopened today (Wednesday) under new management. As previously reported by Island Echo, it was announced last Summer that the popular takeaway Chip Ahoy on Victoria...

An East Cowes pub is set to welcome al fresco diners across Easter weekend with the launch of a one-of-a-kind fish and chip shop. The newly refurbished Folly will be extending its current menu offering with the addition of a...

Island Roads has given a helping hand to Isle of Wight children’s charity Daisy Chains. Over the past 2 years, staff from the highways PFI company have been raising money for Daisy Chains after voting it their charity of the...

Theme Park Worldwide's Shawn and Charlotte The Cliffhanger rollercoaster, which thrilled thousands at Blackgang Chine for some 17 years, has been reopened this week in Margate. Islanders were alerted to a post by the YouTube channel Theme Park Worldwide after...

Island Line has recruited more staff in a variety of roles as they look to improve efficiency on the Island's rail network. 4 new drivers have joined the team now that the service runs twice an hour, with more conductors...