Latest Isle of Wight News from Island Echo

BREAKING: A last-minute but urgent weather warning has been issued for the Isle of Wight, as forecasters expect up to 20mm of rainfall over the next few hours.

Emerson Tattersall has joined Cowes Sports after scoring more than 250 goals for Ventnor and establishing himself as Isle of Wight football's most consistent marksman.

Ryde was treated to an unforgettable evening of entertainment as Glamour, Sparkle & Cabaret lit up Department last month (30th January), delivering a dazzling showcase of talent, energy, and true cabaret style.

Island youngsters will have plenty to keep them busy this February half-term, with libraries across the Isle of Wight preparing a packed programme of crafts, stories and special guests.

More than 60 swimmers from across the UK and beyond travelled to the Isle of Wight to compete in the 25th Isle of Wight Marlins Masters Open Swim Meet at Medina Leisure Centre.

Sandown Town Council has secured a strategic strip of land on the site of the derelict Ocean Hotel, following a successful bid of £100,000 at auction.

An Isle of Wight athlete has helped the GB Women’s Flag Football Team reach the semi-finals of the Olympic division at the world’s largest tournament.

The Isle of Wight Hockey Club is appealing for support after adverse weather left its home pitch at Smallbrook unplayable, forcing the club to explore alternative venues on the mainland to fulfil upcoming fixtures.

A ‘vital’ new children’s home has been approved for a 4-bedroom house on the outskirts of the Isle of Wight’s county town in response to an ‘urgent local need’.

A residents’ group is again taking the Isle of Wight Council to court, yet again, over planning permission for hundreds of homes at West Acre Park in Ryde.