30 YEARS OF SHANKLIN YOUTH CENTRE CELEBRATED WITH ROSES AND TRIBUTES
30th October 2026
Another true Islander, James left the Isle of Wight to study at Southampton Solent University, where he graduated with a BA (Hons) in Sports Journalism accredited by the Broadcast Journalism Training Council (BJTC), before joining the Island Echo newsroom in 2022.
Since then, he has built a strong reputation for accurate, engaging local journalism, with a particular focus on court reporting.
BREAKING: A multi-vehicle collision is blocking the main road between Sandown and Bembridge this afternoon (Thursday).
Read moreDetailsMedina Marching Band Isle of Wight is set to represent the Island on the national stage once again as part of London Band Week, joining ensembles from across the UK and the United States in a celebration of music, pageantry...
Read moreDetailsThe fire started just metres from East Cowes Fire Station, which is currently under construction.
Read moreDetailsBREAKING: Bembridge RNLI launched its All-Weather Lifeboat yesterday (Wednesday) afternoon after a disabled angling vessel with 4 people on board lost all propulsion around 12 miles south west of the Isle of Wight.
Read moreDetailsBREAKING: A 37-year-old has been arrested and remains in Police custody.
Read moreDetailsSmoke pouring from Island Flyer at the Hovertravel terminal in Southsea prompted a response from Hampshire & Isle of Wight Fire and Rescue Service on last night (Thursday).
Read moreDetailsEarly bird tickets for Isle of Wight Festival 2027 are now on sale, with Islanders able to grab their weekend passes from The Price is Wight.
Read moreDetailsLIVE: Yesterday was a scorcher, what will today bring?
Read moreDetailsTemperatures exceeding 38c were recorded in numerous locations across the Isle of Wight.
Read moreDetailsBREAKING: Parents have been informed this evening that the schools will close tomorrow (Thursday).
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