Latest Isle of Wight News from Island Echo

Wightlink's CEO says that she would be surprised if there is much that would come from Government regulation or intervention that would make cross-Solent travel better. During an interview with Island Echo last week, Katy Taylor shared her thoughts on ...

Cryptocurrency has come a long way from its fringe days. What was once a niche experiment is now a mainstay of modern finance. By 2025, it’s not just for techies or dreamers. It’s for nations, businesses and everyday people. And ...

76-year-old Stuart Gaffon from Ryde has appeared in court charged with a number of child sex offences including buggery, indecent assault and possessing over 3,000 indecent images of children. Gaffon, of Somerset Road, appeared before Croydon Magistrates Court on 6th ...

Do you need a reliable delivery service to and from the Isle of Wight? If the answer is yes, then locally-owned Wight Global Logistics has the solution for you... Business owner Adam Marsek and his team have recognised this need ...

HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) is reminding parents to get their Child Benefit claim wrapped up before Christmas. Child Benefit is worth £1,331 a year for the first child and £881 a year for each additional child. It can be ...

Isle of Wight punk band, The Pill, have released the music video for their latest single, Woman Driver.  The group, who released their third single last month, have also announced a homecoming show at Strings Bar and Venue, following a ...

Girlguiding members from across the Island recently enjoyed a trip to The Commodore Cinema in Ryde to see Disney’s latest animated adventure film, Moana 2, at an exclusive screening. Girlguiding nationally has a partnership with Odeon Cinemas but with none ...

Newport extended their unbeaten run to 13 matches with a 5-star demolition of 3rd placed Alresford Town at Beatrice Avenue on Saturday (14th December). The entertainment started in the 1st minute when the superb Kai Grace flew down the right ...

The new working week is going to get off to a bad start for commuters as Red Funnel has had to cancel a number of morning and afternoon Red Jet sailings. A lack of staff - or ‘limited crew availability’ ...

Independent Arts, a Newport-based charity for arts and well-being, is to host a vibrant new exhibition that celebrates the creative achievements of Isle of Wight care home residents. The exhibition showcases an inspiring collection of artwork, including collages, watercolours, printing, ...