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A series of proposed changes to the Island Planning Strategy were agreed at a meeting of Full Council earlier this week (Wednesday), paving the way for a fresh round of public consultation.

A former church, which pirouetted into a dance studio, is among the lots set to go under the hammer at Clive Emson's December auction.

A councillor has spoken out to say that Newport & Carisbrooke Community Council is a 'modern-day rotten borough'.

Police and Crime Commissioner, Donna Jones, is calling on the Government to strengthen the laws around spiking.

This Black Friday, Red Funnel is offering a fantastic lineup of ferry travel deals, with 1/3 off vehicle ferry crossings, £44 Day Returns with a car, and a £19 Red Jet foot passenger period return

As Black Friday approaches, Grace’s Bakery is encouraging Isle of Wight residents to support local businesses first, whether that’s through buying local gifts, sharing posts online, or simply recommending a favourite island business to a friend.

The Footprint Trust is joining forces with National Energy Action (NEA) next week (Wednesday 26th November) to mark Fuel Poverty Awareness Day and highlight the growing number of Isle of Wight households struggling to afford warmth this winter.

A new housing proposal next to Horsebridge Hill will help provide “much-needed homes” for Isle of Wight families, a local councillor has said.

In the first of our new series on Isle of Wight chip shops, Island Echo examines the legacy of Fishy Stevens’ Carisbrooke High Street fish 'n' chip shop.

If you’re hitting the high street, shopping centres, Christmas markets or even surfing the online shops, make sure you only buy safe presents for your loved ones - that's the message from Hampshire & Isle of Wight Fire and Rescue...