Latest Isle of Wight News from Island Echo

A cygnet has been reunited with its family after becoming entangled in discarded fishing line in Sandown, prompting a fresh plea for anglers to dispose of tackle responsibly.

The Isle of Wight Chamber of Commerce's annual Business Expo returns to Ryde School tomorrow (Tuesday), bringing together almost 100 exhibitors for a free day of networking, expert talks and business showcases - including the UK's only Tesla Cybertruck.

Reducing the number of school places on the Isle of Wight, which could mean school closures, is a ‘critical and urgent’ priority, a newly formed education panel has agreed.

Over 30 Contessa yachts came to Yarmouth last weekend from all over the south coast and further afield for the fourth annual RSYC Contessa Regatta.

Southern Vectis is offering its support to local charities, schools, sports teams and events organisers, as part of a good causes initiative.

Shanklin-Sandown Rowing Club's Connie Batley Smith will represent Great Britain after producing a commanding victory at the GB U16 trials in Nottingham.

Vectis Corps of Drums travelled from the Isle of Wight to Wales this weekend to perform at the Milford Haven Carnival, delighting crowds with a lively mix of marching music and sing-along favourites.

Wightlink is putting Isle of Wight businesses and the Island's visitor economy in the spotlight through a new partnership with award-winning Island production company GlobalShots.

Isle of Wight flag football player Lottie Laidler has completed a 5-day Great Britain training camp in the United States ahead of next month's World Championships.

The second race series of the year, supported by Westridge Golf Centre, has concluded at the Royal Victoria Yacht Club.