The finalists for the Community Radio Awards 2024 have been released ahead of the awards evening in Cardiff next month. Volunteers, and Stations from across the country submitted entries into the seventeen categories, including a special category this year for coverage of this summer’s General Election. Martin Steers, awards Chair, said; “After all these years it’s great to see the quality of entries continue to rise, and also see a […]

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Ofcom has today awarded a new DAB radio multiplex licence covering the Isle of Wight to local community interest company Wight Digital Radio CIC. Wight Digital Radio is made up of the island's long-established commercial station, Isle of Wight Radio and local community radio station Vectis Radio. Isle of Wight Radio is part of the Total Sense Media Group and enjoys a monthly audience of 60,000 listeners* and has been […]

Join The Vectis Radio Team **Join Us and Make a Difference at Vectis Radio We Broadcast from The Riverside Centre in Newport, PO302QR* There are various exciting ways you can become a part of the Vectis Radio community: **1. Be a Presenter or Co-host** - Share your passion and personality as a show presenter. - Co-host with experienced broadcasters. - Explore opportunities in our news team and assist with VoiceOver and […]

Vectis Radio Announces its 3rd Community Awards 2025 Vectis Radio is pleased to announce their third annual Isle of Wight Community Awards. Taking place on Friday, 28th March 2025, the Community Radio Station offers a chance for all island-based community organisations and charities to be publicly recognised for the valuable work they do in our community. Eligibility and Categories The awards are open to any charity, individual, or community (non-profit) […]