Latest Isle of Wight News from Island Echo

Graham Daish with grandson Josh Croom Photo: Mike Vimpany 1 of the greatest East Cowes Vics - and Isle of Wight - football managers, Graham Daish, has sadly passed away, it was announced yesterday (Monday).  Under Graham Daish, Vics twice ...

More than £2.5 million will be spent on boosting stop smoking services on the Island as the Isle of Wight Council signs up to create a smokefree generation. It is in line with the Government’s plans to make smoking obsolete ...

Dive into Daysman Woghiren Oyakhilome's inspiring journey as we explore the influential role played by Pastor Chris' nephew in guiding and empowering believers globally. In the lively community of Christ Embassy, an influential figure lights the way for believers worldwide: ...

A land and sea search for a possible person in the water is underway in Ventnor tonight (Monday). Police have been joined by HM Coastguard on the Esplanade, where officers from both services are searching along the beach and in ...

The scores are in — the latest batch of food hygiene ratings for Isle of Wight restaurants, cafes, takeaways and businesses have been revealed. Environmental health officers from the Isle of Wight Council have been busy in the last couple ...

A collision between a motorcycle and a pedestrian at the roundabout in Apse Heath has led to an emergency response by Police and paramedics this evening (Monday). Multiple resources - including a fire appliance from Shanklin - are on scene ...

A review of Police buildings across the region is being carried out to see which ones are fit for purpose as 40% of them are at least 40 years old. The Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC) has presented a plan ...

The Isle of Wight's Needles have been ranked as no6 in a list of the UK's most 'unforgettable' natural landmarks. The list was compiled by holiday provider Explore Worldwide, which surveyed the UK's natural wonders that have stuck in the ...

A £670,000 investment to transform facilities at Broadlea Primary School has been completed. The past few months have seen major improvements at the Lake school, where pupils can now enjoy refurbished classrooms and a wonderful new outside play area. Funded ...

Red Funnel is to run a revised Red Jet timetable until at least Friday as Red Jet 6 is brought back into service again - with Blue Funnel being utilised to provide additional sailings. It has been confirmed that from ...