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An exciting proposal has been submitted to the Isle of Wight Council which would see a new gym emerge at the former premises of York Avenue Garage in East Cowes. The building previously had retrospective planning permission granted in February...

The Conservative group leader says talks have been taking place amidst calls for a coalition cabinet — where Councillors from multiple groups would hold senior positions - which could result in a big change at the top. Throwing his hat...

The final air asset for this year's Isle of Wight Armed Forces Day is the highly coveted Silver Stars Army Parachute Display Team. They’ll be dropping in on Ryde at some point during the afternoon of Sunday 25th June. Talking...

Voluntary and community organisations providing education and learning opportunities for adults on the Island can now bid for grant funding of up to £25,000. The Isle of Wight Council’s Adult Community Learning Service has published a new prospectus for 2023/24...

Liz Earle store in Ryde A spectacular show garden will be flying the flag for the Isle of Wight at BBC Gardeners’ World Live at the NEC Birmingham next month (15th-18th June). Designed by Platinum Award-winning garden and landscape designer,...

Teaching unions have now issued public comment on the news that the Isle of Wight Council intends to close 4 local primary schools. As first reported by Island Echo last week, the local authority is making plans to shut down 4 Island...

Bob Seely MP has welcomed the Government’s decision to ensure a legal right of free access to cash for millions of people. The move will mean that all, including the most isolated and vulnerable in society, can continue to withdraw...

Island Roads have been joined by a team from Isle of Wight-based MMC Diving Services to carry out the structure’s principal inspection – a detailed investigation to identify its condition so any necessary maintenance or repair work can be planned....

Island Line trains will not be operating at all today (Wednesday) as a result of a nationwide strike by members of the ASLEF union. Train drivers are once again walking out in a continuing row over pay. As a result,...

The next phase of repairs to Ventnor's Eastern Cliffs promenade is to get underway this morning (Wednesday). A large excavator is scheduled to arrive on site ahead of work starting on building a new seawall in early June. The machinery...