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A section of St George’s Way in Newport, between Coppins Bridge and the Matalan Roundabout, will be reduced to a single southbound lane for the next 4 weeks, to allow the replacement of fence panels. As the safety fencing is...

The winning numbers in this week’s Isle of Wight Lottery draw (31st October 2025) are… Amount (£) Number £1,000.00 1689 £100.00 17627 £100.00 18404 £100.00 17370 £100.00 1757 £100.00 18303 £100.00 17763 £100.00 16982 £100.00 6988 £100.00 16192 £100.00 5650

The death of a woman in her 50s, which was initially treated as suspicious, leading to the arrest of a man, was caused by the consumption of a cocktail of prescription medication, an inquest has concluded. 57-year-old Joanne Clarke, formerly...

The following planning applications and appeals have been submitted to the Isle of Wight Council. They can be viewed online at www.iwight.com/planning. Alternatively, they can be viewed at Seaclose Offices, Fairlee Road, Newport, Isle of Wight, PO30 2QS. Comments on the applications...

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...