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 - 21st January 2025 "Like many others I was appalled by the sudden decision...

Mountbatten Isle of Wight received a surprise donation last week - thanks to an additional gift from Southern Vectis.  Last year, the local bus operator named Mountbatten as its official good cause for 2024 and 2025, and is spending 2...

Residents in the Pondwell area of the East Wight remain without power this evening (Sunday) several hours after the outage was first reported. Island Echo understands that around 280 customers in the area are currently without power. The outage was...

Almost 30 Isle of Wight schools have now signed up for a fundraiser to support 16-year-old Arlo Lambie, who has been bravely battling an aggressive grade 4 brain tumour. In a heartfelt show of solidarity, schools across the Island will...

Those interested in becoming a wholetime firefighter are being given the chance to learn about the 'hottest' job going at a Hampshire and Isle of Wight Fire and Rescue Service open day at Ryde Fire Station in March. HIWFRS are...

A large crowd gathered in Newport's St Thomas' Square yesterday (Saturday) to protest against the Isle of Wight Council's plans to close 5 local primary schools. It was back in September 2024 that news first broke that the IWC had...

The Environment Agency (EA) has issued a flood alert for the Isle of Wight coast tomorrow (Monday). Monday morning's tide at 09:30 is set to be higher than normal due to unsettled weather with strong South Westerly Force 6 winds...

Services on Red Funnel's vehicle ferry service have been suspended this lunchtime (Sunday) as stormy weather continues to wreak havoc on the Isle of Wight. The cross-Solent operator had already cancelled 6 sailings this morning as a result of stormy...

A yellow weather warning for wind tomorrow (Monday) has been upgraded to amber with winds as high as 80mph possible in coastal areas of the Isle of Wight. As first reported by Island Echo, a yellow weather warning for heavy...

The owner of an Isle of Wight holiday let is celebrating after winning a national award. Owner Holly scooped the top prize in the Best in South Coast England and Isle of Wight category for her 2-bedroom apartment, Bishops Retreat,...