DRIVER FLEES AFTER CAR HITS SIGN AND SPINS IN VENTNOR
11th July 2026
James joined the Island Echo team in May 2022. Although he holds a degree in sports journalism, he covers all genres of news including court reporting. James has a particularly good memory!
Emerging musicians from across the Isle of Wight are being given the chance to open the Isle of Wight Festival main stage as Platform One announces the return of Wight Noize 2026, with applications having opened earlier this week (Monday).
Read moreDetailsBREAKING: A crash on a notorious crossroad junction on the outskirts of Newport is causing significant traffic delays on the main diversion route between Newport and Cowes this afternoon (Wednesday).
Read moreDetailsAfter weeks of inactivity due to the weather, Ventnor 2XV were back in action with a testing away trip to Fawley in a rearranged fixture.
Read moreDetailsSouthern Water is looking to take on more than 90 graduates and apprentices before the end of 2026 – 3 times last year’s total.
Read moreDetailsOne of the biggest carriers to and from the Isle of Wight, Acclaim Logistics, has been serving Island businesses and residents for over 30 years.
Read moreDetailsThe Care Quality Commission (CQC) has rated Hampshire & Isle of Wight Air Ambulance as outstanding, following its first inspection.
Read moreDetailsFrom tomorrow (Wednesday), the shuttle service will run between Brading Bull Ring and Tesco...
Read moreDetailsA trio of artists have been commissioned to create new landscape-inspired works on the Isle of Wight as part of a wider cultural programme celebrating creativity and heritage.
Read moreDetailsProfessionals from all backgrounds on the Isle of Wight are being encouraged to help inspire the next generation of talent by volunteering on an Isle of Wight Council-backed platform.
Read moreDetailsHundreds of Isle of Wight schoolchildren are gearing up for this year’s Dance Live! heats in Portsmouth, taking place throughout February.
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