Latest Isle of Wight News from Island Echo

Isle of Wight households face a fine of £1,000 if caught using a hosepipe from today (Monday) as the indefinite usage ban comes into force this morning. Last week, Southern Water confirmed that on the Isle of Wight - and ...

Plans to create a new Mayoral County Combined Authority (MCCA) for the region have reached a new stage, following confirmation from the Government that it will proceed with the necessary legislation. Southampton City Council, Portsmouth City Council, Hampshire County Council, ...

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 ...

New investors who want to get in early on a new cryptocurrency will usually opt for crypto presales. This is because presales offer the promise of buying tokens at discounted prices before they are listed on public exchanges. Any newcomer ...

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 ...

Over 30 Ryde Academy Sixth Form students are gearing up to conquer Mount Snowdon next week in a determined fundraising mission for the MS Society. The ambitious group, who have just completed their final practice hike, are ready to tackle ...

An Island brass band is bringing back seaside concerts in Ryde after an absence of more than 30 years. Abbey Brass will entertain crowds at Eastern Gardens on the Esplanade in July and August – a tradition not seen or ...

The annual Chillerton Flower Show is set to return next Saturday (26th July), promising a traditional afternoon packed with village activities. Exhibits will be displayed in the main marquee showcasing vegetables, flowers, home baking, children’s classes, photography and artwork. Visitors ...

A 60-year-old woman and a 17-year-old boy were arrested when an altercation broke out during a game of bingo at Thorness Bay Holiday Park last night (Saturday). Hampshire & Isle of Wight Constabulary was called at just before 21:00 last ...