The body of a woman in her 70s was discovered on the beach at Gurnard on Tuesday, Police have confirmed. Officers were alerted to the discovery, just a short walk from Shore Road, shortly before 06:00. It's said that the...

The long-awaited Isle of Wight Walking Festival, which runs from 9th-22nd October, has released its first 50 walks to be enjoyed by all this Autumn. Boasting miles of winding footpaths through beautiful coast and countryside, the Isle of Wight is...

51-year-old George Bridi from the Isle of Wight has been extradited to the United States over charges relating to TV and movie piracy. It has been confirmed by the United States Attorney for the Southern District of New York, Audrey...

The Isle of Wight Council will meet to decide on whether or not to support a bid for Newport - the Island's county town - to become a city. As previously reported by Island Echo, Newport could throw its hat...

A self-employed painter and decorator who was found to be sipping from a can of cider whilst parked in a layby in Chale has kept his licence - just. Stephen Ward, 57, of Melbourne Street in Newport appeared before the...

You may own a van for personal or business purposes. It could be to assist your hobby and lifestyle or to help people move house on the Isle of Wight. If you own a van, it can be expensive. There...

The St Helens Village Sports were able to take place for the first time since 2019 on Bank Holiday Monday - the 122nd year of the annual event. Following the lifting of restrictions on such events earlier in the summer,...

A man wanted in connection with a rape investigation, who goaded Police by commenting on their Facebook page, has been arrested. Hampshire Constabulary has confirmed that a 40-year-old man has been detained on suspicion of rape and harassment. It comes...

A search and rescue operation is underway at Shanklin this afternoon (Wednesday) after cries for help were heard by members of the public. Coastguard Rescue Teams from Bembridge and Ventnor have mobilised to the scene on the Esplanade alongside Sandown...

Police have closed and arterial road in Ryde this afternoon (Wednesday) as a result of a road traffic collision. Emergency services are currently in attendance on Great Preston Road, between Westridge Cross and the junction with Smallbrook Lane. Police and...