Latest Isle of Wight News from Island Echo

BREAKING: The main road to Niton is blocked this lunchtime (Thursday) following a multi-vehicle road traffic collision.

On a beautiful, balmy evening, Year 6 pupils arrived in their finery to mark the end of one chapter, as members of Priory Junior School, and the beginning of a new one in the Senior School.

2 Isle of Wight organisations are joining forces for a night of bingo, prizes and fundraising this Saturday (18th July).

Southern Water has pleaded guilty to environmental offences after finding excessive levels of suspended solids and iron into the River Test.

Families can enjoy an afternoon of live orchestral music, steam train rides and children's entertainment later this month, with up to 3 children able to attend free with every paying adult.

Young Isle of Wight cyclists Finley Manser-Grundy and Ewan Cook have enjoyed an impressive weekend of racing, securing podium finishes in major Southern events despite temperatures approaching 30°C.

Plans to strip Coastguard Rescue Officers of payments for attending incidents and training have been paused by the Government in a significant U-turn.

Richard led a Westminster Hall debate on the challenges of isolation and hidden deprivation in coastal communities, highlighting the Isle of Wight as a powerful example of the barriers faced by communities across the UK.

The Cowes-based marine safety specialist has been announced as the Official Safety Partner of North Sails Cowes Week, strengthening the link between 2 of the town's best-known names.

Red Funnel has been named as among the first major organisations to sign up to sponsor the 2026 Maritime Solent Awards.