Latest Isle of Wight News from Island Echo

The third running of the Lady Captain's Trophy took place at Westridge Golf Club at the weekend (14th/15th June). The reigning champion and co-club captain found herself placed midfield after the 1st day, as Shelagh Merrifield made the running with ...

Orchard House Care Home welcomed the talented dancers of Strictly Dance IOW for a stunning performance on Father's Day (15th June). This event was arranged by Chantelle and Juliette, daughters of resident Keith. Keith, a former dance instructor, was given ...

The Isle of Wight College has announced that Principal Ros Parker OBE will be stepping down from her role at the conclusion of the 2026 academic year. Ros joined the College in 2022, bringing with her extensive experience in Further ...

Drowning Prevention Week - one of the UK’s largest summer water safety campaigns - took place recently, with lifesaving initiatives rolled out across the Isle of Wight. The national campaign, led by the Royal Life Saving Society (RLSS), highlighted the ...

An Isle of Wight councillor has accused County Hall’s monitoring officer of giving unlawful advice on last month’s chair vote – but the council insists the 'constitution was followed'. Councillor Peter Spink, who represents Freshwater North and Yarmouth, said there ...

With long diversions and traffic disruption affecting access to Cowes, Van Mossel Esplanade is making it easier for Isle of Wight motorists to view their next car – by offering test drives from the comfort of their own homes. The ...

Shanklin and Sandown Ladies Golf Club have triumphed in the prestigious Hayling Trophy, securing victory in the final at Wellow Golf Club. The Hayling Trophy was initiated by Hayling Ladies Golf Club in 2004. A round-robin competition, aimed at high ...

The former headquarters of beauty brand Liz Earle has been put on the market with a guide price of £2.9million, just months after the company announced its closure. The freehold property - located on Nicholson Road in Ryde - is ...

A lively debate on the 'State of the Island', organised by Island Echo and the Isle of Wight Observer, saw an audience of 200 Islanders pack into the Riverside Centre on Friday, with many thousands more watching online.  The debate, ...

Card games remain a staple across homes on the Isle of Wight. Known for their simplicity, social nature and familiarity, traditional games like cribbage, whist and rummy are still part of many evening routines. They’re passed through families, played at ...