Latest Isle of Wight News from Island Echo

Apollo Players have announced that their first production of 2026 will be Oliver Lansley’s daring comedy Immaculate, running from 6th-14th February.

Kindred Found have been named Radio Wigwam’s Classic Rock & Blues Band of the Year after a global listener vote, with the award presented at a ceremony in London.

Shanklin were edged out on penalties by West Wight after a dramatic Challenge Cup semi-final draw at the County Ground yesterday (Saturday). One of very few games to beat the weather on the Isle of Wight, the pitch was in ...

Getting from the Isle of Wight to destinations across the UK is now simpler than ever, thanks to through-ticketing from Hovertravel, Southern Vectis and National Express. Customers travelling from Newport, Cowes, Ventnor, Sandown and Shanklin can now purchase a single, ...

In the sleepy, rural West Wight village of Shorwell, 2 public houses once anchored village life: The Crown Inn and The Five Bells.

For decades, the Isle of Wight faced the unique challenges inherent to island life, where physical separation from the mainland often mirrored a digital disconnect. While major cities across the UK raced ahead with gigabit speeds, many rural and coastal ...

With inflation keeping prices of food, fuel and other items high, making your money stretch as far as possible has never been more important than when you're on the road. It doesn't mean you have to skimp on travel, but ...

Apex Competition is about to draw one of its biggest bundle giveaways to date - a multi-prize package worth tens of thousands of pounds, including 3 vehicles, the latest tech, and £20,000 in tax-free cash.

Newport produced a breathtaking late comeback to defeat Hamworthy United 4-2 this afternoon and keep their Wessex Division 1 play-off push firmly alive.

BREAKING: Police, paramedics and firefighters are on scene near Havenstreet this evening (Saturday) as a result of a road traffic collision.