Latest Isle of Wight News from Island Echo

Ryde's AJ's Diner - an American-style restaurant that was handed a 1-star hygiene rating earlier this year - has closed permanently. Located in Victoria Arcade off Union Street, the establishment took to social media to announce its immediate closure earlier ...

Health and wellbeing checks and COVID vaccinations are being offered at community venues across the Isle of Wight in June. The Vaccination Hub at St Mary’s Hospital, in partnership with primary care, is inviting the Island community to drop in ...

Finding the perfect setting for a first date can be as nerve-wracking as the date itself. London, with its eclectic mix of history, culture, and nightlife, offers a plethora of bars that can make your first date both memorable and ...

Nodes Point Holiday Park is celebrating after earning a prestigious TripAdvisor Travellers’ Choice Award for the 3rd time. The TripAdvisor Travellers’ Choice Awards recognise businesses that earn consistently great reviews, and honour select accommodations, attractions and restaurants in the top ...

Almost 2 months after Island Echo reported on plans for a new Isle of Wight ferry operator to enter the market, further details have been revealed about the firm's all-electric dreams for a Ryde to Portsmouth car ferry route. For ...

Blackjack is a popular card game that has been enjoyed for centuries. It's a game of skill and strategy, where players must use their knowledge of probability and statistics to make informed decisions. By understanding blackjack science, players can improve ...

A drive out is being held this coming Sunday in memory of Islander Harvey Callieu, who has died aged just 21. Harvey, who had no underlying health issues or major medical history, passed away on 11th May after being suddenly ...

Emily Brothers, Labour’s Parliamentary Candidate for Isle of Wight East, has criticised the Conservatives’ broken promise to introduce a half-hourly service on Island Line between Ryde Pier and Shanklin. It was in 2019 that promises were made for a more ...

The Wild Wax Melts team from Carisbrooke and Medina College have made it through 3 rounds of the Young Enterprise 'Company of the Year' programme to reach the National Finals. Having been awarded best company at both the Isle of ...

Motorists travelling to and from Sandown, Lake and Shanklin are facing significant delays this afternoon (Tuesday) due to the ongoing closure of Newport Road at Apse Heath and roadworks on Victoria Avenue in Shanklin. Newport Road has been closed between ...