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The proposed West Acre Park development in Ryde is back in the spotlight, with updated planning documents now submitted for consideration. The application, which includes more than 470 much-needed homes as well as commercial space, a doctor’s surgery and a...

McDonald's has taken the next step towards opening its first restaurant in Cowes, with a detailed public consultation page now live. It was back in April, as first reported by Island Echo, that news of McDonald's plans to double its...

Solent Beds & Furniture is proud to include its exclusive Hypnos Gallery at the Newport showroom – a luxurious destination for those in search of exceptional sleep. This beautifully presented space offers customers the chance to explore the very best...

Delighted staff at Specsavers Ryde pulled out all the stops this month to mark their 21st anniversary - and raise funds for Mountbatten Hospice. The Union Street team served up cakes, cupcakes and games for customers and passers-by as they...

The Royal Isle of Wight County Hospital in Ryde - now sadly demolished - was the Island's first genuine hospital. There had been a Leper Hospital in Gunville in the 13th century, but it is unknown when this closed. Until...

An 83-year-old man arrested after an alleged firearm incident at a pharmacy in Wootton Bridge back in April has been released with no further action. Officers were called to Day Lewis Pharmacy on High Street at 16:24 on Friday 11th...

Cowes Week is set to bring the best of Summer to the Isle of Wight - and The Price Is Wight has a packed line-up of exclusive events and unbeatable deals to make it one to remember. Whether you’re looking...

A total of 4 affordable rental flats, specifically for veterans, could be built on derelict land in Newport. County Hall’s community-led housing officer, John Prickett, has applied for planning permission to construct a block of 4x 1-bedroom flats at 38–40...

A new restaurant headed up by the owner of Ryde’s popular Ada Mediterranean Kitchen will open in Ryde, following the approval of planning permission. Planners have given the go-ahead to Sinan Keskin’s application for a change of use of 165...

Council land and property assets will be used to prioritise social housing wherever possible, the Isle of Wight Council has decided. At Wednesday's Full Council meeting, the chamber voted to agree and adopt the Land and Property Asset Disposal Policy...