Latest Isle of Wight News from Island Echo

BREAKING: More than 250 homes in the villages of Chillerton and Gatcombe are without power tonight - and it could be several hours until supplies are restored.

Robin Hill Adventure Park has announced the launch of its brand-new attraction, the Robin’s Nest Soft Play Area, opening in March 2026.

AD: Symphonix Orchestra are set to return to the Isle of Wight this month with a special Christmas performance at All Saints Church in Ryde on Saturday 20th December.

The Island Sailing Club in Cowes has confirmed that the 2026 Round the Island Race will take place on Saturday (11th July 2026), with entries opening on 23rd January.

Freshwater residents, businesses and community groups turned out last Friday night for Freshwater's Late Night Christmas shopping evening, despite relentless rain that would have cancelled a lesser event.

East Cowes Sports comfortably saw off fellow Division 2 side Ryde Saints in an all-Island clash at the GKN Sports Ground on Saturday (13th December).

BREAKING: A technical issue has once again led to the suspension of Hovertravel's cross-Solent operation this afternoon (Sunday) - for the forth times in as many weeks.

Nearly 100 years after her groundbreaking Christmas Eve broadcast, Ventnor’s Phyllis Twigg is finally getting the recognition she deserves.

BREAKING: Police have searched 2 properties on the Isle of Wight as part of a drugs investigation, which was launched after a driver was arrested in Wootton yesterday afternoon (Saturday).

A stray dog who is full of joy and 'just wants to feel loved' has found a caring new forever home with the help of the Isle of Wight Council’s Public Realm Officer Team.