Latest Isle of Wight News from Island Echo

There’s a particular rhythm to winters on the Isle of Wight. The sea air turns crisp, pubs begin layering their decorations, and old village halls bring out the folding chairs for seasonal games. Among them, bingo has carved out a ...

As the Isle of Wight hunkers down under the relentless gales of December 2025, with winds whipping up to 35mph across Ryde and Shanklin according to recent Met Office reports, locals have found a clever way to chase away the ...

Cowes Sports FC have announced that co-manager Ian Potts has stepped down from his managerial duties with immediate effect, but will remain with the club in a new off-the-pitch role.

BREAKING: A 32-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of dangerous driving, drink driving, failing to stop and taking without consent following a crash in central Ryde on Friday night.

The Independent Office for Police Conduct has confirmed that 2 officers could face misconduct action over their dealings with a 23-year-old woman just hours before she died, with an inquest opened and adjourned into the sudden death in Cowes.

BREAKING: A 25-year-old man, initially reported to be the victim of an assault by 3 men, has himself been arrested on suspicion of affray and possession of an offensive weapon.

BREAKING: A flood alert has been issued for coastal areas around the Isle of Wight due to high tides and strong winds expected from Storm Bram tomorrow (Tuesday).

A 13-year-old Islander with type 1 diabetes has fundraised nearly £3,000 with a bike ride across the Isle of Wight.

BREAKING: Police are appealing for witnesses following an alleged assault against a woman in her 40s over the weekend.

A raffle-funded Christmas tree at Newport Minster received its crowning star with the help of firefighters from Newport Fire Station.