Latest Isle of Wight News from Island Echo

Isle of Wight football is mourning the loss of Darren 'Daz' Powell, Newport's record appearance holder and much-loved Binstead & COB captain.

Fly-tipping on the Isle of Wight has fallen by almost 30%, with 53 fewer incidents recorded between April and June.

Aldi stores on the Isle of Wight donated 4,600 meals to local charities and community organisations during the school summer holidays.

Zane Cohen claimed his second Westridge Golf Club Men's Championship title as Kim Meguyer secured the Handicap crown after 2 days of competitive golf.

The Government has received a formal request to bring forward the region’s first mayoral election from May 2028 to May 2027.

Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust's 0-19 Service has launched a grant scheme aimed at 13-25-year-olds.

More than 100 people attended a successful funding event aimed at helping Isle of Wight charities, community groups and voluntary organisations secure support for local projects.

Freshwater Bay Golf Club has enjoyed a busy spell of competition, with Joanne Wright securing the club's Annual Knockout Cup and just 4 points separating the top 6 teams in the Mixed Open.

Ryde Rowing Club’s Yogi Ashworth has taken silver for the Royal Navy after competing at an international naval regatta in Rio de Janeiro.

Ventnor Botanic Garden curator Chris Kidd has been awarded The Kew Medal in recognition of his outstanding contribution to horticulture and the advancement of the profession.