Latest Isle of Wight News from Island Echo

In recent years, the gambling scene has undergone significant shifts that would have seemed unlikely just a decade ago. While traditional betting shops and established online gambling sites still have a loyal following, more players are now exploring new and ...

An exhibition celebrating music on the Isle of Wight will officially open to the public later this month, with records, posters and memorabilia spanning decades. The Wight Music Experience, which can be found at Newport’s Triple A Records, is made ...

A Newport care home resident has relived her passion for sailing thanks to a heartwarming trip organised by the activities team at Vecta House Care Home. Moira, who developed a love for sailing in 2000 while living in West Cowes, ...

The Isle of Wight's Joe Hunt has claimed his first PDC Winmau Challenge Tour title with a narrow 5-4 win over Derek Maclean in Leicester. The victory came in Event 16 of the 2025 Challenge Tour at the Mattioli Arena, ...

Aldi has officially submitted plans for a new £10million store in Ryde and is now urging residents to make their support known to the Isle of Wight Council as part of the formal planning consultation. The award-winning discount supermarket chain ...

A newly elected councillor will be asked to 'consider his position' on a crucial County Hall committee after failing to attend vital meetings. Reform’s Councillor David Maclean has been absent from the first 3 sessions of the children’s services, education ...

The Cowes Floating Bridge is expected to overspend its annual budget by £170,000 this year, with passenger numbers still significantly lower than before the pandemic. Figures from the Isle of Wight Council’s latest performance report show that between April and ...

Data has revealed that just 18% of Isle of Wight A-Level entries received A or A* grades in 2025 -  the lowest percentage of any county in England. Nationally, a total of 28.3% of grades awarded were A* or A ...

In recent years, technology has revolutionized various aspects of our daily lives, from how we communicate to how we work, learn, and even socialize. Among the most exciting innovations emerging in this digital era is the concept of AI avatars—digital ...

In universities across the country, institutions are asking deeper questions about how to support students in a rapidly shifting educational landscape. With a focus on research-driven innovation and student-centered learning, higher education is now exploring the next frontier of personalized ...