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BREAKING: More than 300 skilled jobs have been saved on the Isle of Wight following a £20 million government grant to secure the future of the Vestas wind turbine blade factory in Newport.

No fuel at one of the Isle of Wight's busiest petrol stations is causing issues for motorists this morning (Wednesday).

Nationwide Building Society in Ryde will close for for little over a week next month to allow refurbishment works to take place.

Councillor Gladwin told full council that 5 months earlier she had requested a T-junction sign on approach to Whitwell Road...

Richard Quigley MP has welcomed the Government’s announcement of major new support for the hospitality sector.

This is your weekly round-up of some of the latest court cases heard at the Isle of Wight Magistrates Court...

Joe Robertson MP is warning it could have significant implications for the Island’s visitor economy...

PHOTOS: A bright and unexpected rainbow lit up the skies over the Isle of Wight earlier today, with Island Echo readers quick to capture the moment...

Sandown Town Council has unanimously agreed to increase its 2026-27 precept to £263.97 for a Band D property - up £23.50 a year, or 45p a week - to support local services, youth provision and infrastructure improvements.

One of the Isle of Wight’s longest-running carnivals is forging ahead with plans for summer 2026, despite suffering a double financial blow that led to the cancellation of this year’s New Year fireworks display.