Latest Isle of Wight News from Island Echo

BREAKING:

Well-known offender Nicky Dickinson, who committed a string of burglaries and other serious offences earlier this year, has seen his sentencing delayed, with a judge considering an alternative to an immediate prison sentence.

The winning numbers in this week’s Isle of Wight Lottery draw (19th December 2025) are… Amount (£) Number £1,000.00 13258 £100.00 15656 £100.00 10139 £100.00 1514 £100.00 17580 £100.00 17942 £100.00 18420 £100.00 12663 £100.00 18227 £100.00 12364 £100.00 14508

Islanders travelling to the mainland over the festive period are being reminded that a full closure of the M27 is set to begin on Christmas Eve (Tuesday), with significant disruption expected through until early January.

The future of the former Ryde Arena ice rink may soon be decided, with new interest emerging and efforts reportedly underway to secure a deal 'before Christmas'.

Southern Vectis is urging Christmas and New Year’s Eve party revellers at bars and restaurants across the Island to leave their cars at home. 

Belgrave Road in Ventnor, which has been closed since March after a major rockfall, will reopen tomorrow (Friday). 

Southern Co-op stores in Bembridge Carisbrooke, Sandown and Shanklin will be opening for limited hours on Christmas Day to ensure residents can access essential items.

BREAKING: A stolen vehicle has been recovered and is set to be returned to its owner in time for Christmas.

West Wight’s annual Chilly Hilly 10-mile race returned on Sunday 14th December at 12:00, bringing festive cheer, big hills and a strong community spirit.