Wightlink has been forced to cancel several car ferry sailings on its Fishbourne–Portsmouth route this morning due to unexpected crew sickness.

Wightlink says all customers with affected bookings have already been contacted, and signage will be displayed to help direct vehicles to the alternative terminal.

Two new canine recruits are gearing up to join WightSAR, helping find missing people across the Isle of Wight.

This year alone, the programme supported 24 sports groups, 13 arts organisations and six environmental or conservation projects — continuing a tradition that began in 1987.

Ferry operator Wightlink has announced plans that could see up to 50 staff roles axed as part of a major review aimed at cutting costs and improving efficiency.

Ferry protesters gathered in an Isle of Wight town centre today, outraged at “unreliable” and “increasingly expensive” services. Gathered...