Latest Isle of Wight News from Island Echo

Sections of the much-loved shared route along the old railway line between Wootton and Binfield will be closed during February and March as part of a major improvement project.

With just days left to enter, Vectis Radio is reminding Islanders to submit their nominations for the 2026 Community Awards before the deadline at midnight on Friday (30th January).

Hot on the heels of the national spotlight shone by BBC 6 Music’s Independent Venue Week broadcast, the Rob da Bank Music Club is set to continue the momentum with its next free youth session at Strings Bar & Venue ...

Claims over neo-Nazism and an ‘extreme right-wing’ takeover at a village community centre were aired at a public meeting earlier this week.

Work to stabilise the embankment at St John’s Road, Wroxall, that caused significant disruption when it partially collapsed, will start shortly.

Newport IW is the only Wessex League side in action on the Isle of Wight this afternoon (Saturday), weather permitting, with both Cowes Sports and East Cowes Victoria travelling to North Island.

It's that time of year already where we look to the Northern Hemisphere’s six finest rugby nations to slog it out in another tournament. Whether you’re a die-hard fan or more casual viewer, there’s nothing quite like squeezing into a ...

A prolific offender who went on a crime spree across the Isle of Wight has avoided immediate prison after a judge recognised his progress while on remand.

Isle of Wight band Wet Leg have received 2 nominations for the BRIT Awards, continuing their remarkable rise after a successful return to the music scene last year.

A brand new fundraising evening hosted at East Afton Farmhouse has raised £12,000 for The Burnt Chef Project, marking the first-ever Monochrome Monday event on the Isle of Wight.