A serious collision involving a cyclist has seen the main road through Lake closed this morning (Saturday). Emergency service crews were called to Lake Hill near the junction with Sandown Road at just after 09:30 following reports that a cyclist...

Ahoy me hearties! It’s back, Riverfest 2024 is to take place on Saturday 11th May on The Quay in Newport from 10:00 until a slightly later time of 17:00. Riverfest is a free, family-fun day out brought to you by...

Police are looking for anyone with information after several vehicles were set on fire in Newport last night (Thursday) in what is believed to have been an arson attack. Officers from Hampshire & Isle of Wight Constabulary were called to...

The New Carnival Company has announced the launch of the IW Dark Skies Art Exhibition (19th March - 19th April) in the windows of Independent Arts in Newport. A collaborative project showcasing the creative talents of young individuals from The...

It was a case of so near and yet so far for a team from Ryde Golf Club earlier this month. As previously reported by Island Echo, the Ryde team had reached the semi-finals of the Annodata National Fives competition...

This weekend, ‘Christians Working Together in The Bay’ will remember what happened to Jesus some 2,000 years ago. Different people will take in turns carrying a cross through Shanklin calling at St Blasius, St Saviour’s, United Reformed, Methodist, Sacred Heart...

The following planning applications and appeals have been submitted to the Isle of Wight Council. They can be viewed online at www.iwight.com/planning. Alternatively, they can be viewed at Seaclose Offices, Fairlee Road, Newport, Isle of Wight, PO30 2QS. Comments on the...

A trio of veterans are to take on an outdoor sleeping challenge this weekend, all in aid of Shanklin's Royal British Legion Club. Taking on the challenge is Jack Berridge formerly of the Royal Hampshire Regiment, Mark Kelly formerly of...

Cowes Primary School celebrated the start of Easter with an Easter Bonnet Competition followed by a Service at St Mary's Church, attended by families and friends. The children told the Easter story and sang songs and hymns, before having a...

The 2nd of the 2024 IOW Rowing Forum time trials was hosted by Newport Rowing Club last weekend (Sunday 24th March). A bright day, with a gusty wind gave scullers a challenge, but all crews coped well with the conditions....