Young sailors from the Royal Victoria Yacht Club in Fishbourne recently found out what it’s like to sail around the world when their neighbours Wightlink arranged a behind the scenes visit to the Clipper Race yachts berthed in Gunwharf Quays,...

The Environment Agency is commencing the next phase of works on 2 of the Island's 4 'priority' areas for coastal defence today (Monday). As previously reported by Island Echo, ground investigation works will commence in both Ventnor and Bembridge today as...

A new collection from The Operation Geranium ART Show on Tour is on display at Brading Roman Villa in The Café Annexe, including works by Not Dead Yet - an Island-based Urban Street Artist. Mural paintings by Not Dead Yet...

As part of the extensive investment and improvement work to improve health care services for the Island’s community for the longer term, the entrance to the Children’s Emergency Department is being upgraded to improve access for ambulances. From Monday 4th...

Theresa May has been spotted arriving at Yarmouth Harbour on a private yacht before being met by a team of close protection officers earlier today (Friday). May was spotted smiling on her arrival by a member of the public at...

A heart-warming day of unity and camaraderie unfolded as participants came together to partake in the Barn Dance for Dementia event, held at Orchard House Care Home on Bank Holiday Monday (28th August). The event - which not only showcased...

Staff and teams at the Isle of Wight NHS Trust are up for a number of prestigious healthcare awards after being shortlisted for 8 gongs in the past few weeks. The Trust’s allied health professionals have been shortlisted for the...

Newport Rowing Club have closed their crowdfunder this week having reached - and exceeded - their target for clubhouse repairs. The club had hoped to raise £8,000 to undertake necessary work to keep the clubhouse standing for another generation. But...

South Western Railway (SWR) has confirmed that further strikes mean there will be no Island Line service on Friday (1st September). In addition to the RMT Union strike last Saturday (26th August), members of the ASLEF Union will take strike...

The Waverley Holiday Park in East Cowes is to hold its annual Beer, Music, Poetry and More Festival in September, aiming to raise much-needed funds for a local charity. The event will see acts take to the stage from the...