Latest Isle of Wight News from Island Echo

The Isle of Wight Council has unveiled a stark draft budget for 2026-27, warning of a £20million structural deficit and setting out proposals that include a 4.99% council tax rise, service reductions and a cross-council staffing cut programme. The authority ...

Hovertravel is celebrating a significant boost in group travel demand after leading coach holiday operator Caledonian Travel increased its bookings with the cross-Solent service by over 100 %, with 30 dedicated craft sailings now secured for the 2026 season.

Ventnor 1st XV showed resilience and character to secure a 20-20 draw away at Winchester 3rd XV on Saturday.

RSPCA Isle of Wight has announced the appointment of Maggie LLoyd as its new Chair of Trustees.

BREAKING: Red Funnel has cancelled a total of 18 hi-speed sailings to and from the Isle of Wight due to unplanned maintenance to Red Jet 6.

Talented young mathematicians at The Bay CE School secondary site are celebrating after achieving excellent results in the prestigious UK Mathematics Trust (UKMT) Maths Challenge.

BREAKING: Wightlink has been forced to suspend its Fishbourne-Portsmouth car ferry service following a berthing collision earlier this morning (Tuesday).

BREAKING: Forecasters are warning of possible flooding and disruption once again tomorrow (Wednesday)...

The Isle of Wight Council is reminding eligible residents to return their Utility Support Scheme claim forms by the end of February to ensure they receive their payment before the end of March.

A structured community workshop will take place on 7th March to help generate practical proposals for the future of Ventnor Winter Gardens.