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The former Ryde Theatre could be partially redeveloped into new housing, with pre-application advice already sought for up to 18 new homes. The early day proposal has come to light as part of a newly published update to the Island...

In the second in our series of Halloween Heritage, Island Echo tells the tragic tale of Elizabeth Ruffin, who is said to haunt Carisbrooke Castle's well house. The ancient well at Carisbrooke Castle, now known for its donkeys, once witnessed...

Police have secured a full closure order on a flat in the heart of Newport, which should improve the lives of people living in the vicinity. This week, the Isle of Wight Magistrates’ Court was presented with evidence of excessive...

A report detailing proposed changes to the Island Planning Strategy has been published ahead of a key meeting of the Isle of Wight Council’s Policy, Finance and Resources Committee next week. The committee will consider the report and make recommendations...

Two of the Isle of Wight’s best-loved coastal hotels, Luccombe Hall Hotel and Luccombe Manor Country House Hotel, have been named finalists in the Beautiful South Awards for Excellence 2025, organised by Tourism South East. Luccombe Hall is shortlisted for...

A South Wight attraction could have a new glass corridor and additional toilet facility built. Ventnor Botanic Garden has sought planning permission for a project which would improve the site’s retail operation, enhance the venue for events and ‘help in...

A mini-stroke 3 years ago led Lynne Ferguson from Brading to re-evaluate her life - a journey that culminated this month in her public declaration of Christian faith during a special confirmation service at St Mary’s Church. Lynne was one...

The Isle of Wight Council is urging residents to go green this Halloween and help reduce the environmental impact of the spooky season. Halloween is one of the biggest waste-generating events in the UK, with plastic decorations, sweet wrappers, costumes...

Isle of Wight NHS Trust's Quality Matron, Siziwe Turner has been honoured with the Florence Nightingale Foundation DAISY Award at a ceremony in London for her leadership that has transformed the standard and quality of care for patients across the...

Yarmouth Bridge will be closed for a day in November for inspection and maintenance work. The work by Island Roads, is scheduled to take place on Monday 10th November. Because a cherry picker will be used to inspect components at...