National law firm Moore Blatch is calling for greater support for ophthalmology patients from across the Isle of Wight and the South East following a recognition by the Royal College of Ophthalmologists of the significant shortage of optometrist consultants in...

Ventnor 2XV travelled to Farnham at the weekend for a rearranged fixture with Fareham 4XV, one which was to be played in torrential conditions. Boulstered by Jason Corney - a former Islander and now Andover player - and given 2...

CEO Keith Greenfield UPDATED: Wightlink operated their St Clare car ferry without its Certification of Class or Air Pollution Prevention Certificate for 8 days before staff realised the blunder, it has been revealed. The former flagship vessel was unexpectedly pulled...

Wightlink, Hovertravel and Red Funnel have responded to Bob Seely's letter asking a series of questions relating to the recent series of technical, mechanical and legal issues. As exclusively reported by Island Echo last month, the Isle of Wight MP...

The Isle of Wight Council have confirmed that they did in fact sign off works in the vicinity of the pond at Pan Country Park, which has led to the area becoming nothing more than a 'muddy puddle'. As previously...

The red squirrels of Ventnor have inspired local resident Elsie Bee to write an exciting new story for school children. 'Danger For Red' tells the tale of a mischievous, young red squirrel called Red who finds himself miles away from...

Cowes Ladies FC have announced that Pulse, the vegan restaurant, will be sponsoring the team with hoodies for the season. The new clothing will help to portray a professional image when the team arrive at matches, as well as adding...

Islanders are being invited to explore Ventnor Cascade Gardens with artist Ian Whitmore on a vertical art workshop. To celebrate the built heritage and natural landscapes of the East Wight area, Wild About Wight have commissioned a group of local...

An Isle of Wight Council funded scheme that gives free cross-Solent travel to NHS patients with specific illnesses is being reviewed. The Cross Solent Travel Scheme is a discretionary, non-means tested measure providing financial support to NHS patients travelling to...

FOUND: Police are growing increasingly concerned for the welfare of Newport man Mark . The -year-old was last seen this morning (Monday 12th November) and was reported missing to the Police later in the day. His disappearance is described as out of...