Latest Isle of Wight News from Island Echo

Residents, families and staff at Vecta House Care Home in Newport recently came together for a joyful afternoon of music and dancing at the home’s first-ever Dementia Disco, creating unforgettable memories in a vibrant, party-themed setting. The care home was ...

An Isle of Wight couple who are on a walking pilgrimage to raise money for a national children’s charity received an anonymous £1,000 donation before they had even set off. Wootton-based contract cleaners Paul and Linda Southwell are to walk ...

Wight Coaches is celebrating continued success after being crowned Growth Business of the Year at the 2025 Isle of Wight Chamber of Commerce Business Awards earlier this month. The accolade recognised a year of major progress for the travel company, ...

A teenager has been arrested on suspicion of driving whilst unfit through drugs after he rolled his van onto its roof in Ryde late last night (Saturday). It was at around 22:00 that emergency services were called to St John’s ...

Island Line is back under public ownership as South Western Railway (SWR) becomes the first railway operator to transfer back into Government control under new legislation, ending almost 30 years of fragmentation and waste under privatisation.   The change brought about ...

Bishop Lovett Middle School - now Oakfield Primary - had (and still has) the most picturesque setting of any Island school. Much of the school was built around the former stately home of St John's House - previously occupied by ...

The driver of a Renault Clio van is being checked over by paramedics after rolling the vehicle onto its roof in Ryde - without hitting any objects or other vehicles. Emergency services are currently on scene at St John’s Road ...

This is your weekly round-up of some of the latest court cases heard at the Isle of Wight Magistrates Court. The defendant’s name, age, address and details of the charge(s) and sentence are published in accordance with Criminal Procedure Rule ...

Isle of Wight band The Pill have released their highly anticipated debut EP ahead of a newly announced UK headline tour. Titled 'THE EP', the release incorporates the band’s singles from the last 12 months, as well as a brand ...

A much-loved venue in the heart of Bembridge, The Birdham offers everything from delicious Sunday roasts to stylish accommodation and elegant event hosting. Whether you’re dining, celebrating or staying the night, this charming Georgian pub delivers warm hospitality and timeless ...