Latest Isle of Wight News from Island Echo

Recently installed road signs are warning Isle of Wight motorists of crossing wildlife, thanks to the efforts of Badger Trust Isle of Wight. Over the years Badger Trust Isle of Wight has requested wildlife warning signs from the Department for ...

Orchard House Care Home in Newport is marking Carers Week 2025 with a week of appreciation activities, recognising the dedication and compassion of its care team. This week (Tuesday 10th - Friday 13th), carers are being treated to complimentary breakfasts ...

East Cowes' iconic Columbine Building - famously known for its Union Flag - looks set to be sold to Wight Shipyard Co. County Hall’s policy, finance and resources committee last Thursday voted in favour of a recommendation for a 125-year ...

The Isle of Wight has 'too many' primary schools and there will need to be closures, the chair of the new children’s services, education and skills committee has warned. Conservative deputy group leader, Councillor Paul Brading, has described the Island’s ...

Online casinos have become an integral part of gambling in the United Kingdom and many other countries. Unlike traditional casinos, online platforms offer a unique experience that attracts players from all over the world. However, as with any form of ...

The Isle of Wight often feels just a touch removed from the rapid churn of the mainland, but that does not stop residents from keeping a close eye on what is happening across the rest of the UK. Whether it's ...

Saturdays on the Isle of Wight often begin with a brew and a look at the fixture list. Whether it's watching Cowes Sports FC take to the pitch at Westwood Park or checking in on Southampton’s form from across the ...

The Hampshire & Isle of Wight Air Ambulance has landed in the middle of Ryde in a late night mission to provide urgent pre-hospital treatment to a poorly individual. It was just before 23:40 that the helicopter touched down at ...

Police are continuing to piece together the full circumstances of the deaths of John and Lyn King, who died alongside their 2 Dachshund dogs when their car plunged 300ft off the cliffs at The Needles last week. It was on ...

Amazon World Zoo Park is celebrating the birth of endangered pygmy slow loris twins. The twins were born on the 2nd May to Amazon World's breeding pair Ramina (9 years old) and Lapek (14 years old) These are the 4th ...