Latest Isle of Wight News from Island Echo

Centre forward Charlie Urry hit the back of the net 4 times as Ventnor overcame Brading in torrential rain at Vicarage Lane last night (Tuesday) to advance to the next round of the Isle of Wight Senior (Gold) Cup. The ...

An elderly woman is being treated by paramedics after being knocked down by a car on the zebra crossing in Apse Heath this morning (Wednesday). The incident, involving a Mercedes SLK, has occurred outside the Premier convenience store at the ...

Former Isle of Wight teacher Edgar W Fentum - now resident in California - has written his first book, 'Worlds Apart', at the grand old age of 90. Worlds Apart, published by Amazon, chronicles Edgar's life journey on 3 continents. ...

Having recently returned from Canada and America, The Privateers are taking a brief break from touring for a show on the Isle of Wight this coming Saturday. The Privateers blend Traditional music with a Folk-inspired show with a mix of ...

The Isle of Wight may be known for its scenic beauty and vibrant community, but there's a new trend catching the attention of residents: digital gambling and entertainment powered by cryptocurrency. As technology continues to evolve, so too does the ...

A record number of participants dazzled The Royal Isle of Wight County Show Ground on Saturday (5th October) for Hampshire & Isle of Wight Air Ambulance's Dash in the Dark.   500 people filled the 5km route in their funkiest ...

Acclaim Logistics has opened a brand new 16,000 sq. ft. receiving centre in Chandler’s Ford to support exponential Isle of Wight growth. In response to growing demand and an ongoing commitment to providing exceptional service to customers on the Isle ...

With the recent heavy rainfall again highlighting the difficulties caused by flooding, Island Roads is again reminding landowners what they should do to help keep the Island’s highway network clear of water. The Isle of Wight’s highway drainage system is ...

Go Drive, an innovative road safety education programme, is set to transform how young drivers learn to stay safe on the Island's road. Designed to replace the long-standing 'Safe Drive Stay Alive' initiative, Go Drive uses behavioural science to create ...

Monday 30th September – Friday 4th October 2024 • Matthew George, 48, of High Street, Ryde pleaded guilty to using a handheld mobile phone / device while driving a motor vehicle on a road. He was fined £146 and handed ...