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BUSINESS LEADERS GIVE RARE GLIMPSE INTO THEIR ‘ONE THING’ AT TOP SEMINAR
'Just One Thing' was the topic of discussion at last night's business seminar delivered by respected mentor and speaker, Dale Howarth, which gave a rare glimpse into the ‘one thing’ that has profoundly influenced successful business leaders. Dale's free, bi-annual...
Read moreDetailsTRIBUTES PAID TO ISLAND SOLICITOR AND SPORTSMAN IAN HEAL
Well-known Isle of Wight solicitor and sportsman, Ian Heal, has died aged 50 following a battle with bowel cancer. The son of John and Christine Heal, Ian was born and raised on the Island and attended Chillerton Primary, Newport CE...
Read moreDetailsPLANNING PERMISSION GRANTED FOR NEW SKATEPARK IN FRESHWATER – BUT FUNDS STILL NEEDED
Planning permission for a brand new skate park in Freshwater has been granted, bringing the West Wight community one step closer to enjoying a new facility and community space for people of all ages. With planning permission now secured, the...
Read moreDetailsRED FUNNEL CHAMPIONS INCLUSIVITY WITH FACILITY UPGRADES AND INDUSTRY ACCREDITATION
Red Funnel has been awarded a ‘Leader’ level award in the Government’s Inclusive Transport Leaders Scheme (ITLS) by championing inclusivity, through facility upgrades and staff training. The ITLS is the highest level of accreditation possible, a status held by only 2...
Read moreDetailsPARKDEAN INVESTS IN ISLE OF WIGHT SITES AFTER WELCOMING 130,000 HOLIDAYMAKERS IN 2023
Parkdean Resorts has invested more than £800,000 across its 4 Isle of Wight parks to enhance accommodation as it gets ready for the peak Summer season. Thorness Bay, Nodes Point, Landguard and Lower Hyde welcomed over 130,000 holidaymakers last year...
Read moreDetailsLATEST CASES AT THE ISLE OF WIGHT MAGISTRATES COURT (3RD JUNE – 7TH JUNE 2024)
Monday 3rd June – 7th June 2024 • Aaron Thomas, 19, of West Street, Ryde pleaded guilty to drug driving (cannabis). He was banned from driving for 12 months, fined £120 and ordered to pay £85 costs with a £48...
Read moreDetails“WHAT A RIDICULOUS SYSTEM THAT WE PAY OUR COUNCIL TAX FOR”
Island Echo always welcomes letters to the editor, which may of course not reflect the views of the publication and its staff. Letter to the editor – 11th June 2024 "We have a small car and are unable to take...
Read moreDetailsARTWORK DEPICTING LEGENDARY ISLE OF WIGHT FESTIVAL PERFORMANCES TO BE UNVEILED
A trio of new artworks created by pop artist Morgan Howell FRSA, to mark 3 legendary Isle Of Wight Festival performances, are to be unveiled at this year’s event. The artist has produced 2 spectacular new silkscreen editions depicting David...
Read moreDetailsCONSERVATIVES MAKE MANIFESTO PLEDGE FOR AN ‘ALL OPTIONS’ ISLE OF WIGHT FERRIES REVIEW
Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has unveiled a Conservative commitment to launch a review into cross-Solent ferries. Bob Seely has secured the manifesto pledge for a review that will look at 'all options' to promote greater competition and drive down fares...
Read moreDetailsDIVERSE MARINE LAUNCHES NEW STORM CLASS VESSEL ‘NR ALPHA’
Cowes-based Diverse Marine and NR Marine Services have announced the launch of its second Storm Class CTV, 'NR ALPHA', that is now proudly being displayed at Seawork 2024 in Southampton. NR ALPHA is a sister to NR PREDATOR, delivered in...
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