Latest Isle of Wight News from Island Echo

Creative Island - in partnership with Hampshire & Isle of Wight Community Foundation - is launching a new £250,000 heritage fund: ‘Past Futures’ - A People’s History of the Isle of Wight. ‘Past Futures’ is an 18-month programme funded by ...

A woman stuck in the mud at Bouldnor had to be rescued by emergency services yesterday afternoon (Sunday). The casualty had ventured along the coast between Yarmouth and Newtown on one of the hottest days of the year so far. ...

A new investigation has revealed prisoner injury claims at HMP Isle of Wight have cost thousands in compensation settlements in the last 5 years, including more than £230,000 paid out to those involved in a serious fire a decade ago. ...

Manchester’s reputation as a thriving, dynamic hub for businesses, creativity, and innovation has been steadily growing in recent years. As the city continues to evolve into one of the UK’s leading economic centres, efficient waste collection has become a crucial ...

Over the course of iGaming history, the United Kingdom has remained one of the leading authorities amongst the constantly growing number of markets across the planet and continues to revamp the industry norms. From the early beginnings, the focus from ...

Isle of Wight singer-songwriter Corrine Atkins recently released her emotional new single 'Voodoo Doll' - a heartfelt track inspired by her younger sister’s battle with a rare lung condition. The song was written during a particularly difficult time in Corrine’s ...

Specialist officers from the mainland were drafted in to undertake the complex, multi-agency recovery of a body from a caravan in Shanklin this evening (Sunday). Emergency services were called to an address on Witbank Gardens on Saturday night, where an ...

Howdens, the UK’s number one trade kitchen supplier, has opened the doors to a new depot in Ryde, as the company expands its Isle of Wight footprint. A total of 3 depots now operate on the Island, the latest being ...

One of the biggest attractions, both in size and attendance, is making a triumphant return to the Isle of Wight Armed Forces Day - the 679 Squadron, 6 Army Air Corps will be back with their dazzling Gazelle helicopter. Event ...

A 29-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of sexual assault, but Police are yet to locate the alleged female victim. Officers are trying to trace a woman who they believe was the victim of a sexual assault that occurred ...