The fight against organised crime gangs is about to step up this National Rural Crime Action Week. National Rural Crime Action Week runs from 8th-12th September and highlights the importance of the police, local authorities and rural communities working in...

Crew aboard the Wightlink vehicle ferry rescued a RIB with 2 passengers in the Solent yesterday evening (Sunday). It was at around 17:45 that the alarm was first raised following concerns for a RIB. Staff aboard Wightlink's flagship boat quickly...

Investigations are ongoing after 2 tractor drivers were arrested on suspicion of drug driving in Newport yesterday morning (Sunday). Police were called at 09:47 to concerns about the manner in which tractors were being driven on Stag Lane on the...

The Isle of Wight is set to receive a major financial boost through the new Hampshire and Solent Combined County Authority, with £44.6 million a year pledged to the authority to drive growth, jobs and better transport. Local Government Minister,...

Five candidates have been officially confirmed to stand in next month’s Isle of Wight Council by-election for the Lake North ward, following the resignation of Reform Councillor David Maclean last month The by-election, set to take place on Thursday 2nd...

A nationwide test of the UK Emergency Alerts system will take place later today (Sunday), with all compatible mobile phones and tablets across the country set to receive the alert. At 15:00, the test notification will be sent to devices...

The Isle of Wight Council spent millions on taxis last year, with journeys covering everything from education and child protection to homelessness and social care. A Freedom of Information Request (FOI) by Island Echo to the Isle of Wight Council...

Island Echo always welcomes letters to the editor, which may of course not reflect the views of the publication and its staff. Letter to the editor - Thursday 4th September 2025 "Only twelve months ago, our beloved Wroxall Primary was...

Physiotherapists are now working directly within GP surgeries across the Isle of Wight and Hampshire to help patients with musculoskeletal aches and pains, allowing many people to be seen and treated quickly without the need to see a GP first....

Vibe Studio in Sandown is set to host a high-energy charity Spinathon next month, bringing together the Isle of Wight community for a full day of fitness in support of young people across the Island. The event on Sunday 5th...