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11th July 2026
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!
The Isle of Wight College celebrated the success, dedication and talent of apprentices and employers across the Island at its annual Apprenticeship Awards Ceremony, earlier this week.
Read moreDetailsResidents, relatives and friends came together for a truly heart-warming Valentine’s Day celebration at Orchard House Care Home on the Isle of Wight, creating a magical afternoon filled with love, laughter and live music.
Read moreDetailsRyde Town Council is inviting Island residents to a FREE Financial Wellbeing Session, designed to help you take control of your finances, build confidence, and plan for a secure future.
Read moreDetailsIsle of Wight residents aged 16 and over will now have the chance to borrow a physical activity smart watch from their local library as part of a new pilot project.
Read moreDetails"Please consider leaving us a gift in your Will" say 3 south coast hospices, as Mountbatten Hampshire, Mountbatten Isle of Wight and Oakhaven Hospice unite for a national campaign.
Read moreDetailsLocal firm Island Windows has teamed up with REHAU Recycling at PVCR to recycle old polymer frames and reduce landfill waste.
Read moreDetailsDinosaur Isle may still be completing its exciting programme of renovations, but families can look forward to a packed and prehistoric‑themed February half‑term as the museum takes its activities out into the community.
Read moreDetailsThe Isle of Wight Steam Railway is supporting biodiversity and developing green spaces with Wight Nature Fund and Havenstreet and Ashey Parish Council, by planting a new heritage orchard in their overflow car park at Havenstreet, thanks to funding from...
Read moreDetailsFamilies on the Isle of Wight can enjoy a budget-friendly day out this half-term as Shanklin Chine reopens with reduced-price tickets.
Read moreDetailsThe Isle of Wight Photographic Society is celebrating its 80th anniversary during the 2025-2026 season, marking 8 decades of commitment to the art and craft of photography on the Isle of Wight.
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