Latest Isle of Wight News from Island Echo

An Isle of Wight endurance runner has been selected to represent England at one of the world’s toughest ultra-running events after earning a wild card place in the national squad.

The experiences of more than 200 Islanders affected by cancer are set to be revealed publicly for the first time at a major Isle of Wight event next month aimed at improving local cancer services.

The new-look fire station is set to be completed at the start of next year.

A total of 1,332 people reported red squirrel sightings on the Isle of Wight during 2025, according to Wight Squirrel Project.

The inquest heard that the woman had gone to Turkey to have cosmetic surgery.

Organisers of Isle of Wight Armed Forces Day have confirmed that a full-scale public event will not take place in 2026, citing a range of logistical, operational and funding challenges.

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BREAKING: Those travelling with Wightlink are being warned that the service is running up to an hour behind schedule.

The 30-year-old is accussed of possesing ammunition and 2 hand grenades.

The fire service has confirmed that investigations into the incident have been handed over to Police.