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Southern Water has announced that it is to increase its household bills in line with inflation for the 2023-24 period. The water utility company has said the increase has been introduced in the face of growing economic pressures. Dual-service customers ...

Owners of second homes and empty properties on the Isle of Wight could be charged more in council tax to help free up housing for local people. The Island is currently facing a housing crisis with more than 80% of ...

A crash between a double decker bus and a car has seen Police close Fitzroy Street in Sandown this afternoon (Sunday). A white Ford B-Max appears to have failed to give way at the junction of Leed Street and Fitzroy ...

In Saturday's semi-finals of the Island Echo Challenge Cup, Ventnor beat Binstead on penalties at the Molehill while W&B narrowly overcame Bembridge at Sandy Lane. BINSTEAD & COB 3-3 VENTNOR (Ventnor won 4-2 on penalties) Division 1 newcomers Ventnor reached ...

Members of the Isle of Wight Ambulance Service have been recognised at an awards ceremony held at Northwood House. The evening celebrated the length of service and good conduct and special commendation awards which recognised the outstanding care, compassion, and ...

In a new series, Island Echo takes a look at former Isle of Wight sports teams, and we start with Ryde Sports... In their heyday, the Reds - a club with a 110-year history - were 1 of the 'big 3' ...

East Cowes Vics beat New Milton through a goal late in injury time at Beatrice Avenue this afternoon (Saturday). Before the game, the East Cowes side were confident of victory against a side who have had yet to win in ...

Island Echo always welcome letters to the editor, which may of course not reflect the views of the publication and its staff. Letter to the editor – 2nd February 2024 "Dear Sir, "I read with interest your article regarding the coroner ...

A local family are appealing for the community's help in identifying a vehicle which smashed into their truck in Merstone yesterday - and then simply drove off. At just before 18:30, Claire, her partner and 2 children - aged 7 ...

The campaign for a ‘Buy British’ section on supermarkets’ online stores, supported by Isle of Wight MP Bob Seely, has seen its second success following Aldi's launch of a 'Best of British' section for click-and-collect shoppers. In August 2023, Mr ...