WAS MOLLY DOWNER THE LAST WITCH OF THE ISLE OF WIGHT?
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: Unexpected crew sickness has been given as the reason for the cancellations.
Read moreDetailsBREAKING: It had been reported that the male was sharing social media content of himself with a suspected firearm.
Read moreDetailsTemperatures exceeding 32c were recorded in several towns and villages across the Island.
Read moreDetailsBREAKING: A motorcycle rider in his 60s has suffered a serious injury following a collision on Military Road earlier today (Sunday).
Read moreDetailsBREAKING: Crews from Newport, Ryde and Shanklin are tackling the chip shop blaze.
Read moreDetailsFamilies looking for ways to keep children entertained over the May half-term break are being encouraged to head to Isle of Wight libraries, where a packed programme of free activities is on offer.
Read moreDetailsBREAKING: The Jimny has come to rest on its side.
Read moreDetailsJoshua Scrivener from Southern Vectis is celebrating this week, after being named among the top drivers at leading operating group Go South Coast.
Read moreDetailsNearly 100 scarecrows will be on display across Chillerton and Gatcombe from today (Saturday) as the popular Scarecrow Festival returns.
Read moreDetailsA long-serving member of Newchurch Male Voice Choir has been recognised for his dedication after spending 25 years as the group’s Musical Director.
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