Latest Isle of Wight News from Island Echo

This is your weekly round-up of some of the latest court cases heard at the Isle of Wight Magistrates Court. The defendant’s name, age, address and details of the charge(s) and sentence are published in accordance with Criminal Procedure Rule ...

A 2-year conundrum for Isle of Wight sharps bin users has been branded “unacceptable” as responsibility has been pushed from one authority to another. The bins are a way to safely dispose of used medical needles for those who self-treat ...

A coach carrying children home from school has been involved in a collision with a car at Kite Hill in Wootton. Traffic is backing up to past Quarr Abbey as a result of the smash between an Island Coach Services ...

Hampshire & Isle of Wight Fire and Rescue Service (HIWFRS) have joined forces with the NHS Hampshire and Isle of Wight Integrated Care Board (ICB) and Community Pharmacy South Central to launch a safety campaign around the fire risks of ...

Arreton’s Isle of Wight Tomatoes has again been given the seal of approval as local food superstars in the latest guide to the best produce Hampshire and the Isle of Wight have to offer. The passionate producers, known for their ...

Contrary to popular belief, the future of interior design is not just about the grandeur of luxury materials or the latest technological gadgets. It's increasingly about embracing simplicity, sustainability, and versatility. Enter microcement, a material that is revolutionising modern interiors ...

Photo: Wight Motorsport The challenging military testing ground of Bovington in Dorset was the latest event for 4 Isle of Wight rally crews. It was an early start for the Islanders at the weekend as they made their way across ...

A 'Kidical' mass ride for young cyclists is to take place from Seaclose Park in Newport on Saturday 16th March. All are welcome to participate, including all ages and abilities. Under 16s should be accompanied by a responsible adult. Participants ...

Audiences can expect classic songwriting and storytelling from a truly unique voice on Monday (11th March) when Larry John McNally will be once more appearing live at Medina Bookshop in Cowes. When Medina Bookshop welcomed the American singer-songwriter to perform ...

Despite it being the beginning of March, gritters will be seen across the Island tomorrow morning (Wednesday). Island Roads has confirmed that their fleet of gritters will be out and out gritting the usual routes from 04:00 as temperatures drop ...