Latest Isle of Wight News from Island Echo

Free Saturday parking in council-run town centre car parks across the Isle of Wight could be introduced for 8 months of the year.

The man was seen to have come round the bend from Cross Street, where he then mounted the pavement and mowed down a bollard. 

A prominent building in Ryde that has stood empty for years could be brought back into use as a new 10-bedroom hotel under plans submitted to the Isle of Wight Council.

The likelihood of migrant boats landing on the Isle of Wight remains ‘extremely low’ says the Isle of Wight Council.

Celebrity chefs, Michelin-starred talent and experts on everything from wine to whisky will serve up a feast of food and drink when at the Isle of Wight Literary Festival next month.

Joe Robertson MP has taken to social media to warn Islanders against assuming that the Isle of Wight's position is secure.

A St John Ambulance volunteer has been recognised for his outstanding leadership and dedication after helping the Island team deliver more than 1,600 hours of first aid provision.

Historic buildings will throw open their doors and re-enactors will bring the past to life when Newport Heritage Day returns for its third year on Saturday (12th September).

The plans have now been approved, subject to conditions aimed at protecting the amenity of those living nearby.

British pop band 'The Blow Monkeys' are returning to the Isle of Wight by popular demand, with a live performance at Strings Bar & Venue in Newport later this week.