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!
The Royal Pier Hotel in Sandown has been handed a food hygiene rating of just 1 star after an inspection by Isle of Wight Council environmental health officers uncovered a range of hygiene, cleanliness and safety issues at the seafront...
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Read moreDetailsThe Apollo Theatre Players have announced their next production, Rona Munro’s play Iron, which opens at the Apollo Theatre on Friday (5th December).
Read moreDetailsAspire Creative Hub is excited to announce the launch of Build a Band. A weekly music project in Shanklin designed for young people who want to learn how to form, rehearse, and perform in a real band.
Read moreDetailsA property in Sandown was evacuated this morning (Monday) after its outer wall collapsed onto 2 vehicles, prompting a response from Hampshire & Isle of Wight Fire and Rescue service.
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