Latest Isle of Wight News from Island Echo

Four candidates are battling leader of the Isle of Wight Conservative group at County Hall, Cllr Ed Blake, for his Ventnor and St Lawrence seat. Craig Dabbs (Reform UK), Robin Frederick Jarvis (Labour Party), Linda Jefferies (Island Independent Network) and ...

Totland and Colwell voters have six nominees campaigning in their Isle of Wight Council ward ahead of the May 7 elections. Residents can either back Empowering Islanders group leader Chris Jarman, who has represented the area since 2021, or opt ...

A former well-loved pub seen to be a pillar of the local community, The Hare and Hounds, has officially confirmed its permanent closure today following a month-long consultation period.

Four Isle of Wight election candidates are contesting the Shanklin Central ward, held by councillor Michael Beston since 2017. The Conservative incumbent’s three challengers are Robert May (The Green Party), Sarah Jane Morris (Independent) and Stephen Charles Reynolds (Reform UK). ...

An independent and 3 party political candidates are challenging Conservative Isle of Wight councillor for Sandown South, Ian Ward. Voters in the ward have the option of the Tory incumbent or Frank Baldry of Reform UK, Emily Brothers from the ...

Shanklin South’s Isle of Wight councillor of 9 years, Chris Quirk, is seeking a third term amid opposition from an independent, the Greens, Labour and Reform UK. Wendy Cooper of the Green Party, Billy James Richard Hill, Reform UK’s David ...

Police have located and seized rat poison in Parkhurst Forest following multiple reports of dogs falling ill after ingesting a suspicious substance.

Hovertravel recently welcomed senior representatives from Dementia UK to the Isle of Wight, in a visit aimed at raising awareness and supporting local fundraising efforts for families affected by dementia.

West Wight Sports and Community Centre is encouraging people living with Parkinson’s to find out more about a specialist exercise programme designed to support fitness, confidence and overall wellbeing. The centre’s 10-week course begins on Friday 1st May and is ...

Vectis RFC’s young players delivered standout performances across multiple festivals, showcasing teamwork, resilience and skill ahead of a major Isle of Wight rugby celebration.