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!
NOSY Creative Agency and WRS are teaming up to host a special festive edition of Rubbish Networking in Newport on Thursday 11th December.
Read moreDetailsSouthern Vectis’ John Berry, from Cowes, has been recognised for his work within the community by the bus operator’s parent company the Go-Ahead Group, at its first ever Gold Awards.
Read moreDetailsBREAKING: There are delays on a main Isle of Wight commuter route this afternoon (Monday) following a minor road traffic collision.
Read moreDetailsBREAKING: Hampshire & Isle of Wight Constabulary have released the image of a woman they wish to speak to after a specialist barcode was used to help steal more than £550 worth of goods from Asda.
Read moreDetailsBREAKING: Police are appealing for witnesses following a report of criminal damage in Ryde earlier this month (Tuesday 18th November).
Read moreDetailsA £60,000 grant from Centrica’s Energy For Tomorrow fund will support new community-led projects across the Isle of Wight focused on youth wellbeing, sustainable food, and warmer homes.
Read moreDetailsPolice are appealing for witnesses of a road traffic collision that took place on Medina Way, earlier this month (Sunday 16th November).
Read moreDetailsA series of proposed changes to the Island Planning Strategy were agreed at a meeting of Full Council earlier this week (Wednesday), paving the way for a fresh round of public consultation.
Read moreDetailsPolice and Crime Commissioner, Donna Jones, is calling on the Government to strengthen the laws around spiking.
Read moreDetailsAs Black Friday approaches, Grace’s Bakery is encouraging Isle of Wight residents to support local businesses first, whether that’s through buying local gifts, sharing posts online, or simply recommending a favourite island business to a friend.
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