Latest Isle of Wight News from Island Echo

BREAKING: Hampshire & Isle of Wight Constabulary have released the image of a woman they wish to speak to after a specialist barcode was used to help steal more than £550 worth of goods from Asda.

BREAKING: Police are appealing for witnesses following a report of criminal damage in Ryde earlier this month (Tuesday 18th November).

A £60,000 grant from Centrica’s Energy For Tomorrow fund will support new community-led projects across the Isle of Wight focused on youth wellbeing, sustainable food, and warmer homes.

Dancers from Ryde and Cowes came together for a joyful Tapathon world-record attempt, raising more than £100 for Children in Need.

A family-friendly fundraiser in support of POTS UK will take place in Newport this Saturday, helping raise awareness and vital donations for the national charity.

Isle of Wight rower Bass Andre came agonisingly close to securing Bronze in Barbados, finishing less than a second behind Scotland’s Heather Gordon in the B final. Representing Shanklin Sandown Rowing Club, Bass advanced to the B final – effectively ...

Ryde Harriers Chris Newnham and Carly Scoble produced superb performances in the Verona Marathon, both claiming top-5 finishes and Newnham securing an excellent third place.

A consultation on the Isle of Wight Council's proposals to increase SEND provision for Island children is now underway.

Police are appealing for witnesses of a road traffic collision that took place on Medina Way, earlier this month (Sunday 16th November).

The Isle of Wight’s unique coastal challenges were represented at a national level last week as an Isle of Wight Council director spoke professionally but also from the heart at the House of Commons.