James Rann - Digital News Reporter
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!
39.3°C RECORDED ON THE ISLE OF WIGHT DURING INTENSE WEDNESDAY HEATWAVE
Temperatures exceeding 38c were recorded in numerous locations across the Isle of Wight.
Read moreDetailsCARISBROOKE AND MEDINA COLLEGES TO CLOSE AS RED HEAT ALERT REMAINS IN FORCE
BREAKING: Parents have been informed this evening that the schools will close tomorrow (Thursday).
Read moreDetailsDATES CONFIRMED FOR ISLE OF WIGHT FESTIVAL 2027 WITH TICKETS ON SALE TOMORROW
Dates for the 2027 edition have been confirmed, with tickets going on sale tomorrow (Thursday).
Read moreDetailsISLAND VENUES URGED TO PREPARE FOR MARTYN’S LAW AHEAD OF 2027 INTRODUCTION
Isle of Wight venues, schools and community organisations are being encouraged to begin preparing for the introduction of Martyn's Law, with Newport-based Lifeline Alarm Systems already helping local operators understand the changes ahead.
Read moreDetailsFINLEY MANSER-GRUNDY IMPRESSES WITH COMMANDING WIN AT MIJ DOWNHILL SERIES
Young rider Finley Manser-Grundy delivered an impressive performance at the MIJ Downhill Series in the Forest of Dean last weekend, securing victory in the Little Rippers (Under 7–9) category on his first appearance in the series.
Read moreDetailsTHOUSANDS OF ENQUIRIES LEAD TO ADDITIONAL HOVERCRAFT FLIGHTS TO LEE-ON-SOLENT
Hovertravel has announced 4 additional special summer hovercraft services between Ryde and Lee-on-Solent after receiving more than 3,000 customer enquiries about the route. The original flights, scheduled for 28nd June and 22nd August, generated an overwhelming level of interest from...
Read moreDetailsSANDOWN’S MUCH-LOVED STREET CLEANER HONOURED AFTER 25 YEARS OF SERVICE
Sandown dignitaries came out in force to recognise the efforts of a man who keeps the town clean and tidy.
Read moreDetailsLIVE: LATEST AS ISLE OF WIGHT SET FOR ‘RECORD SETTING’ DAY OF HEAT
BREAKING: We'll be posting updates on this blog throughout the day...
Read moreDetailsCLASSIC ISLE ANNOUNCES SKY-HIGH FINALE FOR NIGHT OF JOHN WILLIAMS AND HANS ZIMMER MUSIC
With less than a month to go until the Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra returns to Robin Hill Adventure Park for an unforgettable weekend of classical music, Classic Isle has announced a spectacular new addition to its Sunday evening programme.
Read moreDetailsISLE OF WIGHT COUNCIL ISSUES SCHOOL CLOSURE UPDATE AS TEMPERATURES SOAR
The Isle of Wight Council has issued an update ahead of soaring temperatures tomorrow (Wednesday).
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