Latest News

A national fuel company will be joining CECAMM at the Island Technology Park in Whippingham, using the land as an oil depot. The decision was made by the Isle of Wight Council’s planning committee last night (Monday) despite safety concerns...

The much-anticipated Diamond Races motorcycle festival has been cancelled for the foreseeable future, Island Echo has been told. The event was originally pencilled in for October this year but was postponed due to the coronavirus pandemic until 2022. Now it...

Litter problems in tourist areas are set to be tackled this summer, as the Island braces itself ahead of a busy season. New cabinet member for environment, heritage and waste management, Councillor Jonathan Bacon said he has asked council officers...

A fire-damaged building in Sandown that has stood empty for years has been sold through auction. The long-vacant, mixed-used premises at 52, 54 and 56 Fitzroy Street - and 66 and 68 Station Avenue - were acquired by an unnamed...

As the summer season approaches and both residents and tourists alike head out onto the roads, it can be a moment of panic - or indeed despair - for motorists who find themselves in a queue of traffic on their...

The Isle of Wight Council marked the start of Armed Forces Week with a flag-raising ceremony earlier today (Monday). Civic leaders and councillors, including Isle of Wight Lord-Lieutenant, Susie Sheldon, council chairman Councillor Geoff Brodie, council leader Councillor Lora Peacey-Wilcox...

Long term help must be given to ensure the survival of small hospitality and tourism businesses, according to a new report by the Federation of Small Businesses (FSB). Research by FSB highlights the devastating impact of the pandemic on the...

A popular Newport-based florist has closed its doors after more than 2 decades on the town's High Street. In what the owner has described as a 'heartbreaking decision', Doris Pinks has announced its closure via a sign on the shop's...

Island businesses are invited to attend a 30-minute information workshop hosted by Future Isle of Wight and Greentech South. The workshop aims to help businesses to discover how to apply for 36% grant funding - up to a value of...

Edward Minghella, the founder of the world-renowned Minghella ice cream company, is celebrating his 100th birthday today (Monday). Over the last 80 years of living on the Island, Edward has conducted work for countless charities and promoted civic causes, with...