Island Echo

03/09/2024

Ventnor’s 2nd team are celebrating promotion after clinching the Hampshire League Division 3 South title after a 6-wicket win over local rivals Shanklin & Godshill at Steephill on Saturday.

Ventnor’s 2nd team are celebrating promotion after clinching the Hampshire League Division 3 South title after a 6-wicket win over local rivals Shanklin & Godshill at Steephill on Saturday. This latest success represents a 2nd successive promotion for Ben Davies’s side, who can look forward to D...

03/09/2024

Local people and visitors to the Isle of Wight are being encouraged to find out how easy and convenient it is to travel by bus.

Local people and visitors to the Isle of Wight are being encouraged to find out how easy and convenient it is to travel by bus. To mark Catch the Bus Month - a nationwide campaign running throughout September - Southern Vectis is helping to raise awareness of the benefits of travelling in this way,....

03/09/2024

A garden for young people to enjoy while in hospital has been transformed thanks to the generous support of the local community.

A garden for young people to enjoy while in hospital has been transformed thanks to the generous support of the local community. With the help of the IW NHS Youth Forum, Isle of Wight Rotary and Artswork, the Children’s Ward garden at St Mary’s Hospital has been completely renovated and is now a...

02/09/2024

A former civil servant who was found in possession of more than 700,000 indecent images of children back in 2017, has avoided being sent to prison after admitting his 3rd breach of a court order.

A former civil servant who was found in possession of more than 700,000 indecent images of children back in 2017, has avoided being sent to prison after admitting his 3rd breach of a court order. Peter Trayner, 74, of Queens Road in Freshwater, appeared at the Isle of Wight Crown Court last week (Fr...

02/09/2024

BREAKING: A minor crash between 2 cars on a junction between the lower and upper reaches of Ventnor has prompted a response from Police, paramedics and fire crews this evening (Monday).

A minor crash between 2 cars on a junction between the lower and upper reaches of Ventnor has prompted a response from Police, paramedics and fire crews this evening (Monday). Emergency services were called to the scene around 18:30 as a result of a Renault Clio and a Hyundai coming together outside...

02/09/2024

Colwell Bay's The Hut is set to open a new premises later this year, on a Caribbean Island off Antigua.

Colwell Bay's The Hut is set to open a new premises later this year, on a Caribbean Island off Antigua. Hidden away on its very own private Island and surrounded by stunning scenery, The Hut, Little Jumby will combine relaxed dining with The Hut’s trademark vibrant rhythm, to bring something truly...

02/09/2024

A section of Sandown's Avenue Road is to be closed for 8 weeks from today (Monday) as railway bridge works get underway.

A section of Sandown's Avenue Road is to be closed for 8 weeks from today (Monday) as railway bridge works get underway. One of the main roads in the town, Avenue Road, is shut in both directions between the junction with Tamar Close and Perowne Way. During the closure, Network Rail is to undertake....

02/09/2024

A total of 27 swimmers recently took part in Wessex Cancer Support’s Swim for Hope recently, braving the 1.3mile crossing from Hurst Castle to Colwell Bay to raise £26,438 to support local people affected by cancer.

A total of 27 swimmers recently took part in Wessex Cancer Support’s Swim for Hope recently, braving the 1.3mile crossing from Hurst Castle to Colwell Bay to raise £26,438 to support local people affected by cancer. Wessex Cancer Support coordinates this annual event along with Michelle Salsbury,...

02/09/2024

BREAKING: No injuries have been reported despite a large emergency service response to a road traffic collision in Freshwater this afternoon (Monday).

No injuries have been reported despite a large emergency service response to a road traffic collision in Freshwater this afternoon (Monday). Island Echo understands that the collision has seen a vehicle collide with a telegraph pole near the junction with Southdown Road. A phone line has been left s...

02/09/2024

Ventnor Town Council and St Catherine’s Church will be holding their monthly ‘Really Useful Thursday’ session at St Catherine’s Church in Ventnor on Thursday 5th September from 10:30 to 13:30.

Ventnor Town Council and St Catherine’s Church will be holding their monthly ‘Really Useful Thursday’ session at St Catherine’s Church in Ventnor on Thursday 5th September from 10:30 to 13:30. The event (formerly called ‘Our Place’) brings together groups from the local voluntary and com...

02/09/2024

A Newport & Carisbrooke Community Council (NCCC) bench has been stolen from Downside Recreation Ground with another bench discarded in adjacent woodland.

A Newport & Carisbrooke Community Council (NCCC) bench has been stolen from Downside Recreation Ground with another bench discarded in adjacent woodland. Two men were witnessed carrying the stolen brown recycled plastic bench along Godric Road on Wednesday 28th August. Cllr Joanne Ballington for Pan...

02/09/2024

BREAKING: A 3rd man has been arrested following a break-in at Ryde's Waterside Pool over the weekend (Saturday).

A 3rd man has been arrested following a break-in at Ryde's Waterside Pool over the weekend (Saturday). As previously reported by Island Echo, entry was forced to the community pool at Ryde Canoe Lake shortly before 03:00. The break-in caused the alarm system to go off, with Police arriving on scene....

02/09/2024

The next production at the Apollo Theatre, Newport, will be the play adaptation of Paula Hawkins’ best-selling thriller The Girl on the Train.

The next production at the Apollo Theatre, Newport, will be the play adaptation of Paula Hawkins’ best-selling thriller The Girl on the Train. The play follows Rachel, a young woman unsatisfied with her job and reeling after a breakup, who finds solace imagining the lives of a couple she sees each...

02/09/2024

The Isle of Wight Model Engineering Society is celebrating its 90th anniversary this year, with the group holding an exhibition to mark the special occasion.

The Isle of Wight Model Engineering Society is celebrating its 90th anniversary this year, with the group holding an exhibition to mark the special occasion. Held on the weekend of Saturday 7th / Sunday 8th September at the site at Northwood Recreation Ground, the event will be open between 11:00 .....

02/09/2024

BREAKING: A Citroen Berlingo has crashed onto its side, causing delays on a main road in Brading this morning (Monday).

A Citroen Berlingo has crashed onto its side, causing delays on a main road in Brading this morning (Monday). The incident has seen a red Berlingo - travelling towards The Downs - crash, coming to rest on its side at the junction with Brading Down Road and Bully’s Hill. It is thought the incident ...

02/09/2024

Those experiencing a mental health crisis can now benefit from support through NHS 111 in the South East, the head of NHS mental health services has confirmed.

Those experiencing a mental health crisis can now benefit from support through NHS 111 in the South East, the head of NHS mental health services has confirmed. Across the region and the rest of England, patients are among the first in the world to have access to a 24/7 full package of mental health....

02/09/2024

The Price Is Wight, the hugely popular daily deals website, is celebrating its 13th anniversary today (Monday)!

The Price Is Wight, the hugely popular daily deals website, is celebrating its 13th anniversary today (Monday)! Founded in 2011, The Price Is Wight offers unbeatable deals on the best things to do, see, visit, eat and buy on the Isle of Wight. Having launched with just 435 subscribers, TPIW now boas...

01/09/2024

The majority of recent feedback on the Isle of Wight’s health and social care services is negative, according to an Island watchdog.

The majority of recent feedback on the Isle of Wight’s health and social care services is negative, according to an Island watchdog. Healthwatch Isle of Wight’s (HIW) findings show residents are reporting long waits for autism and ADHD assessments, positive feedback for GP staff but negative fee...

01/09/2024

Isle of Wight footballer Scott Jones has signed for East Cowes Vics from AFC Portchester, it has been announced this evening (Sunday).

Isle of Wight footballer Scott Jones has signed for East Cowes Vics from AFC Portchester it has been announced this evening. Scott has played for both the other Isle of Wight Wessex League sides: Newport and Cowes Sports as well as Brading Town. His previous clubs include Havant & Waterlooville and....

01/09/2024

Have you ever thought about joining a reading group or book club, then now is your chance to give it a go.

Have you ever thought about joining a reading group or book club, then now is your chance to give it a go. The Isle of Wight Council's Library Service will be celebrating National Reading Group Day, run by national charity The Reading Agency, next month. 94% of people feel more connected to other pe...

01/09/2024

Bembridge rower Annie Caddick has won silver in the Mixed Double Sculls in the Paris Paralympics this morning (Sunday).

Bembridge rower Annie Caddick has won silver in the Mixed Double Sculls in the Paris Paralympics this morning (Sunday). Annie - with her partner Sam Murray - completed the course in a time of 7:28.19, less than 2 seconds behind the Australian gold winning pair. The British mixed double scullers fini...

01/09/2024

Shanklin have advanced to the next round of the Challenge Cup by overcoming Northwood St Johns in a penalty shootout at the County Ground on Saturday (31st August).

Shanklin have advanced to the next round of the Challenge Cup by overcoming Northwood St Johns in a penalty shootout at the County Ground on Saturday (31st August). The game had a sense of déjà vu as the 2 teams had faced each other in the league at the same ground the previous Saturday, with Shan...

01/09/2024

Island Echo examines the 4 current licensed premises in Yarmouth - the settlement with the highest density of pubs per person in the whole of the Isle of Wight.

Island Echo examines the 4 current licensed premises in Yarmouth - the settlement with the highest density of pubs per person in the whole of the Isle of Wight. The population of Yarmouth (according to the 2011 census) is just 865. While most Isle of Wight towns and villages have lost many if not mo...

31/08/2024

East Cowes Vics were beaten by Ringwood Town at Beatrice Avenue this afternoon (Saturday).

East Cowes Vics were beaten by Ringwood Town at Beatrice Avenue this afternoon (Saturday). The Victorians began the game in a confident mood having won their previous 8 Wessex Division 1 fixtures (4 this season). The New Forest side started brightly with Lee Vint coming close in the 7th minute. A mi...

31/08/2024

Here is your latest court up, covering a number of cases from the Isle of Wight Magistrates Court in recent weeks...

Monday 12th - Friday 23rd August 2024 Harrison Wyatt, 39, of Newbridge Close, Shanklin pleaded guilty to sending by public communication network an offensive / indecent / obscene / menacing message / matter. He was handed a 12-month community order with 20 rehabilitation days attached. He was fined....

31/08/2024

Ryde Beach Lifeguards (RBLG), who operate the beach lifeguard services in both Ryde and Sandown, welcomed their Rookie Lifeguards back this Summer, with a total of 80 children taking part in the programme.

Ryde Beach Lifeguards (RBLG), who operate the beach lifeguard services in both Ryde and Sandown, welcomed their Rookie Lifeguards back this Summer, with a total of 80 children taking part in the programme. The programme is spread over 6 days in August, teaching children aged 8 to 15 years old valuab...

31/08/2024

You may have seen that we're in the middle of launching our brand new website! It's the first upgrade in 6 years, so as you can imagine it is a big task.

The new website has been in the planning for over a year, but there was always going to be some expected and unexpected technical gremlins to overcome.

You may find the website is inaccessible right now, or perhaps your favourite feature is missing. Please bear with us whilst we iron out all of the creases to bring you a well-polished product.

Changes you can expect include a much faster, reliable site with increased accessibility options, enhanced commenting and well-thought-out ad placements.

Luckily, it's quite quiet on the news front at the moment - we promise that you're not missing out!

31/08/2024

BREAKING: 2 males are being sought by Police after fleeing the scene of a crash in Ryde during the early hours of this morning (Saturday), which led to a van being damaged and a fence destroyed.

2 males are being sought by Police after fleeing the scene of a crash in Ryde during the early hours of this morning (Saturday), which led to a van being damaged and a fence destroyed. Police were called to Harding Road, Oakfield at just gone 04:00 to reports of a road traffic collision involving a....

31/08/2024

BREAKING: 2 men from Newport, aged 31 and 24, have been arrested on suspicion of criminal damage and burglary after being caught by Police breaking into the Waterside Pool in Ryde overnight.

2 men from Newport, aged 31 and 24, have been arrested on suspicion of criminal damage and burglary after being caught by Police breaking into the Waterside Pool in Ryde overnight. At around 02:40 this morning (Saturday), entry was forced to the community pool leading to the activation of the buildi...

31/08/2024

Breathe Easy Isle of Wight is hosting a lung health and well-being event at Arreton Village Hall this September.

Breathe Easy Isle of Wight is hosting a lung health and well-being event at Arreton Village Hall this September. Jointly hosted with the help of Action for Pulmonary Fibrosis there will be representatives from both groups available to chat to. Anyone is welcome to the event who is living with a chro...