Latest Isle of Wight News from Island Echo

Southern Water is preparing to carry out a major repair on the main sewer pipe that runs from Ryde to Sandown next week following a burst at Appley. The utility company says it has been tackling a burst rising main ...

Churches across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight can offer oases of calm amid the busyness of Christmas preparations this year. They’ll also offer a variety of ways to engage with the timeless story of how Jesus became a vulnerable ...

An atmospheric picture of Gosport at sunset, taken from the Bridge of Wightlink’s ferry St Clare in Portsmouth, is on the cover of the ferry company’s 2025 calendar. The colourful image won maximum votes from Wightlink’s panel of judges and ...

A number of sheep have been killed as a result of dogs running off leads in a field on the Isle of Wight, prompting a witness appeal to be launched by Police. On Sunday afternoon (24th November), sheep were chased ...

The essence of a trip lies in finding that place where everything you need for happiness is within reach. That's why Barceló Hotels are designed with your happiness in mind, creating an atmosphere where every detail is crafted for you ...

A farm barn on the outskirts of Cowes could be turned into a 4-bedroom house. Gary Ball has applied to the Isle of Wight Council for prior approval to convert an agricultural building on the Lower Luton Farm in Northwood ...

Islanders are being urged to buy smart and be safe with your electrical product purchases this Black Friday, following several recent lithium-ion battery fires. If you are planning on hitting the high street this Black Friday, or surfing the web ...

Wightlink is running a revised timetable on its Fishbourne-Portsmouth route today (Friday) due to a mechanical issue The undisclosed issue with the vessel St Clare emerged later yesterday afternoon, which led to a number of last-minute cancellations. Today, customers have ...

A host of new acts have been added to the line-up for next year's Isle of Wight Festival including Jess Glynne, Supergrass, The Corrs, Busted, Amy MacDonald, Ella Eyre and Lightning Seeds. Also announced this morning (Friday) are The Pigeon Detectives, ...

An ‘engagement process’ seeking Islanders’ views on a new floating bridge will be held by the Isle of Wight Council in Spring 2025. The process, which will form an ‘integral part’ of the replacement project, will ensure people’s views are ...