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Liberal Democrat candidate Sarah Redrup took a sizable victory in the Wootton Bridge by-election overnight, restoring Lib Dem control of the seat for the first time since 1998. Sarah secured 475 votes from local residents, a majority of 184 over...

There were 108 reports made to the RSPCA about cruelty towards dogs on the Isle of Wight last year, including 18 of intentional harm, new figures reveal. Nationally, the number of reports made to the RSPCA about dogs - including...

The winning number in this week’s Isle of Wight Lottery draw (25th August 2023) is… Amount (£) Number £5,000.00 10082

Newport High Street looks set to be closed for up to 7 months from the start of 2024 as part of a £3million scheme to 'enhance' the Town Centre. As previously reported by Island Echo, a large section of the...

The following planning applications and appeals have been submitted to the Isle of Wight Council and 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...

Monday 14th August – Friday 18th August 2023 • Jack William Taylor, 26, of Barton Roadin Newport admitted failing to comply with the requirements of a community order. The order imposed by Essex Magistrates Court was revoked and resentenced with...

A piece of land left to Shanklin Church of England Primary School - but with the specific proviso that it could be used by any children of junior school age - is under scrutiny after being fenced off, sparking outrage...

The Little Cow Shed in Havenstreet has undergone a major transformation this Summer with a new shed installed, which is more than double the size of the old one and an ever-increasing range of products available. The small business has...

Members of the RMT Union have voted to accept a 10% pay rise from bus operator Southern Vectis, just a month after rejecting the same deal. As previously reported by Island Echo, RMT representatives had held talks with Southern Vectis...

Police are urging residents across the Isle of Wight to be aware of rental fraud and remain vigilant when searching for properties online. Rental fraud is a scam that sees would-be tenants tricked into paying an upfront fee to rent...