Latest Isle of Wight News from Island Echo

Local Isle of Wight radio station Vectis Radio is set to launch on DAB on 18th April, marking the culmination of nearly 2 years of planning and behind-the-scenes work.

Isle of Wight player Lucy Scholes has been crowned a European champion after helping England win the 2026 Women’s Deaf European Championship in Croatia.

BREAKING: Hovertravel services have been suspended as the Kent, Surrey & Sussex Air Ambulance touches down in Ryde in response to a life-threatening medical emergency on board the hovercraft.

Paul Tucker claimed the Spring Cup on countback after blustery conditions tested players at Westridge Golf Club on Sunday (6th April).

The Red Funnel-owned Hythe Ferry has been placed into voluntary liquidation following unsuccessful attempts to secure a sustainable future for the historic service.

Upgrades and repairs that could cost £3,000 are on the cards for a skatepark in Rookley.

Natasha has become the first person from the Isle of Wight to receive the prestigious award...

The man was stopped after a Police National Computer system alerted officers the vehicle was untaxed.

A pair of prominent Sandown Town Councillors have announced their intention to stand for election at County Hall next month (7th May), saying a change in representation is needed to help move the town forward.

A trio of major road improvement schemes will be undertaken by Island Roads later this month.