DON’T BIN YOUR PUMPKIN! ISLANDERS URGED TO CUT WASTE THIS HALLOWEEN
31st October 2026
Another true Islander, James left the Isle of Wight to study at Southampton Solent University, where he graduated with a BA (Hons) in Sports Journalism accredited by the Broadcast Journalism Training Council (BJTC), before joining the Island Echo newsroom in 2022.
Since then, he has built a strong reputation for accurate, engaging local journalism, with a particular focus on court reporting.
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Read moreDetailsA pair of Isle of Wight detectives, whose dedicated work helped to secure an 8-year prison sentence following a rape in Newport, have been recognised at the latest Area Commander’s Awards.
Read moreDetailsThe following planning applications and appeals have been submitted to the Isle of Wight Council.
Read moreDetailsAn Isle of Wight woman has completed the first of 2 marathons in just 1 week as part of a personal endurance challenge celebrating midlife strength and resilience.
Read moreDetailsA team of determined supporters will push themselves to the limit across distances of up to 106km to raise vital funds for Island-based charity Friends of the Animals...
Read moreDetailsW Hurst & Son is set to host its first-ever trade event at its flagship Newport store this week, bringing together top brands, exclusive deals and free food for visitors.
Read moreDetailsThe vehicle fire is causing further delays on the Fairlee Road diversion route...
Read moreDetailsThe 255 people who visited the Isle of Wight’s Emergency Department, made it one of the busiest 24-hour periods on record...
Read moreDetailsThe lodge supports people who want to change their relationship with alcohol...
Read moreDetailsFire crews from Ryde are set to swap hoses for sponges this weekend as they host a bumper charity car wash in support of 2 good causes on the Isle of Wight.
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