Latest Isle of Wight News from Island Echo

The Ryde–Newport line carried its first passengers on 20th December 1875 - 150 years ago today.

In just 5 years, Isle of Wight-based Apex Competition has transformed from a local venture into one of the UK’s most trusted raffle-based websites, hitting a staggering milestone of £10million in prizes awarded to date. Operating with a community-first ethos, ...

When an online platform leaves a market, it is tempting to look for a single trigger. A regulatory decision. A commercial dispute. A sudden loss of demand. In reality, exits from highly regulated markets tend to be slower and more ...

BREAKING: Firefighters from Shanklin and Ryde have rushed to a reported flat fire in Sandown tonight (Friday) - but no action has been needed.

BREAKING: A motorcyclist is being tended to by paramedics following a collision with a car on the outskirts of Newport tonight (Friday).

Veolia is set to take over the provision of waste collection and disposal services on the Isle of Wight following Thalia Waste Management’s decision to walk away from its £225million contract with the Isle of Wight Council.

The leader of the Conservative group on the Isle of Wight Council, Ed Blake, has voiced his opposition to postponing local elections for a second time, saying 'Islanders have a right to democracy'.

AD: Following a sell-out event last year, GG’s New Year’s Eve celebration returns on Wednesday 31st December with late-night dancing and a live performance from Vote Pedro.

BREAKING: In their latest appeal for information, Police on the Isle of Wight are asking for help in identifying this woman, who is alleged to have stolen £200 of goods from Tesco.

The festive football period is in full swing, and the Premier League is delivering its traditional mix of drama, surprises, and controversy. With matches coming thick and fast, teams are being tested to their limits both physically and mentally. Liverpool's ...