Latest Isle of Wight News from Island Echo

A brownfield site in an Isle of Wight town centre will be redeveloped with two new semi-detached houses. Planners have accepted Mr P. Dempsey’s revised plans to build two two-bedroomed properties at 11 – 13 Scarrots Lane, Newport. The homes ...

As urban centers continue to evolve, cities around the world are increasingly adopting fitness-focused lifestyles, but none more so than London. With its blend of historical charm and cutting-edge innovation, London stands out as the vanguard of the UK's urban ...

Golfers don’t need much of a push to bring their clubs across the Solent. The Isle of Wight gives you clifftop shots one minute, tight approaches the next, and clubhouses that still feel like proper social hubs. You can squeeze ...

The smell of cat litter can be a genuine challenge for cat owners. Many of us have returned home only to be greeted by the unpleasant and pervasive scent of cat urine that lingers throughout the house. This becomes even ...

A 65-year-old man from Sandown is set to stand trial next year after denying charges of driving following the revocation of his licence and driving without insurance. Paul Starr, of Stower Place in Sandown, appeared before the Isle of Wight ...

Meet Kim Rose this September as he brings his exclusive roadshow, insights from decades in jewellery, and tales from his remarkable life to the island. Kim has spent more than 40 years in the jewellery trade, specialising in antique and ...

An Isle of Wight village’s Church of England primary school has kept up ‘good’ and ‘outstanding’ outcomes since an inspection over 5 years ago. Pupils ‘enjoy attending’, ‘achieve well’ and can ‘take up the many available enrichment opportunities’ at Bembridge ...

36-year-old James Hyde has been charged with attempted murder following an incident in Shanklin last weekend (6th September). Police were called at 05:54 on 6th September to a report of an altercation involving 2 men at an address on Victoria ...

Model railway enthusiasts from across the Isle of Wight and beyond are set to descend on Newport this November for Wightrail 2025 - a 2-day exhibition hosted by the Wight Model Railway Group. The popular event will take place at ...

Police rushed to Cineworld yesterday afternoon (Saturday) after a man became abusive and aggressive towards staff and customers. Hampshire & Isle of Wight Constabulary were called at 16:25 with reports of a man being aggressive and abusive to staff and ...