Islanders in Ryde and the surrounding areas may be able to catch a glimpse of a rare sight later this afternoon (Thursday), as the Goodyear blimp travels across the South Coast. The iconic airship will be making the journey as...

People who abuse animals can now face a maximum sentence of 5 years in prison as the Animal Welfare (Sentencing) Act comes into effect. The landmark legislation kicks in after completing its final Government stage and passing into law in...

Islanders who have either returned to working in an office since early April or are preparing for their return can still claim the working from home tax relief and benefit from the full year’s relief for 2021/22. Since April, almost...

The Wightlink-Wight Mountain CRT team had another busy week of racing on the mainland. Matt Allsopp, Kev Chant and James Veal headed off to Goodwood on Thursday to race in the first round of the Fat Creations Series. As expected,...

An Isle of Wight football club has launched its pre-season training sessions and is looking for new players to take part. Wight Eagles FC is looking for new players for its women's training sessions which are held at Queensgate Primary...

The Isle of Wight NHS Trust Ambulance Service has recently contacted all their known Public Access Defibrillator (PAD) guardians asking them to register their devices onto the British Heart Foundation’s (BHF) National Defibrillator Network, ‘The Circuit’. The IW Ambulance Service...

Following news last month that the closure of Chillerton and Rookley Primary School has been officially halted, parents and carers have received an update from the Stenbury Federation who run the school. According to the update, with details provided to...

Island Roads is reminding residents of an online information service that gives real-time information on roadworks across the Island. Island Echo's live travel map, which can be accessed directly from the homepage of the Island Echo website gives continually updated information on...

Proprietors Georgia and Richard are 'desperately' seeking a new venue for The Grill. A popular Newport eatery has made a shock announcement regarding its future this afternoon (Tuesday). The Grill Isle of Wight opened several months ago and was a...

Hampshire and the Islands Historic Churches Trust has announced that its popular Ride&Stride event has raised over £80,000, despite the pandemic. The Trust, a registered charity, raises funds towards the upkeep of 900 historic church buildings in Hampshire and the...