DRIVER FLEES AFTER CAR HITS SIGN AND SPINS IN VENTNOR
11th July 2026
James joined the Island Echo team in May 2022. Although he holds a degree in sports journalism, he covers all genres of news including court reporting. James has a particularly good memory!
BREAKING: Gritters will be out and about across the Isle of Wight in the early hours of tomorrow morning (Friday) as temperatures drop.
Read moreDetailsBREAKING: Horsebridge Hill has reopened following a 12-hour stand-off between emergency services and a man threatening to set fire to property.
Read moreDetailsThis Christmas, new Island wellness brand All Well & Good are embracing the spirit of charity, with the launch of Yuletide, their festive candle, raising funds for Mountbatten Isle of Wight.
Read moreDetailsHampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust (HIOWH) has signed the Armed Forces Covenant, confirming its commitment to supporting armed forces personnel, veterans, reservists, cadet volunteers and their families – both as a healthcare provider and as an...
Read moreDetailsMP Richard Quigley led a Westminster Hall debate on Government support for women and girls on the Isle of Wight earlier this week (Tuesday), highlighting the unique challenges they face and calling for targeted action to address these issues.
Read moreDetailsStudents and staff at Medina College in Newport were 'locked down' this morning (Wednesday) after 2 youngsters were discovered on site.
Read moreDetailsBREAKING: Issues with the onboard generators have resulted in 6 Red Jet sailings being cancelled later today (Wednesday).
Read moreDetailsCritically ill and injured patients on the Isle of Wight are being given the best chance of survival and recovery thanks to an innovative collaboration between Hampshire and Isle of Wight Air Ambulance (HIOWAA) and the Isle of Wight Ambulance...
Read moreDetailsIsland shoppers will be able to park for free in council-run long-stay car parks this Saturday afternoon (6th December) as part of a campaign to support local businesses.
Read moreDetailsA young swan is recovering in the care of Friends of the Animals after being attacked by a dog at Freshwater Causeway - the 2nd such incident on the Isle of Wight this month.
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