Latest Isle of Wight News from Island Echo

The semi-finals of the popular Island Echo Handicapped Singles was held at Smallbrook on Friday (24th January).  34 players competed in what was a long night of action, with the semi-finals finishing at 23:30 after 234 games had been played. ...

Firefighters rushed to GKN in East Cowes this morning (Monday) following reports of a fire. Crews from Newport and Ryde rushed to the scene on Ferry Road at around 10:45. Staff were evacuated from the premises whilst firefighters investigated the ...

Residents at Orchard House Care Home enjoyed an unforgettable Burns Night celebration, filled with the sounds, tastes, and traditions of Scotland. The highlight of the day was a visit from Craig Eccleston-Tod - a traditional Scottish bagpiper - who performed ...

Island Echo always welcomes letters to the editor, which may of course not reflect the views of the publication and its staff. Letter to the editor - 21st January 2025 "Like many others I was appalled by the sudden decision ...

After 8 years of being closed, the Pan Multi Use Games Area (MUGA) is to re-open to the local community at the start of next month. Located on a site shared with Barton Primary School, just off Downside Recreation Ground, ...

Robin Hill Adventure Park has announced an exciting new partnership with Alex Kimber, Executive Chef and Owner of Heron Food IOW. Alex has been on the Isle of Wight for the last 5 years building The Heron restaurants in Ryde ...

Mountbatten Isle of Wight received a surprise donation last week - thanks to an additional gift from Southern Vectis.  Last year, the local bus operator named Mountbatten as its official good cause for 2024 and 2025, and is spending 2 ...

Disruption on Red Funnel’s East Cowes-Southampton vehicle ferry service continues into the new week with a number of cancellations due to adverse weather conditions. The 04:30 and 07:30 sailings from Southampton have been pulled this morning (Monday), alongside the 06:00 ...

An Isle of Wight man found guilty of driving without due care and attention following a serious collision in the West Wight last year is to be sentenced next month. The case of 33-year-old Samuel Callaway, of Perowne Way in ...

We are almost at the midpoint of the 2024/25 Premier League season, and already, the finishing line is shaping up to be a sprint to remember. Aside from the passionate fans and stunning strikes, the unpredictability that looked to be ...