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HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) is reminding Self Assessment customers that there are just 100 days left to complete their tax return ahead of the deadline on 31st  January 2021. Each year, around 11 million customers complete a Self Assessment...

Aldi is extending it's recall of Roosters Southern Fried Poppin' Chicken and Roosters Breaded Poppin' Chicken because the products may contain salmonella. The 210g Roosters Southern Fried Poppin' Chicken and the 210g Roosters Breaded Poppin' Chicken may be contaminated with...

Wow! Now would you just look at that! This week's Readers' Gallery is full of an array of autumnal colour!  Autumn colours in Appley, Ryde (Jane Grewcock) Autumn colours in Appley, Ryde (Jane Grewcock) Autumn in Appley (Lisa) Autumn Quarr...

HM Coastguard is asking people to remember that while the seasons change, the need for safety doesn't. For those visiting the coast this half term, the message is to take extra care so that it is a trip to remember,...

Andrew Hodgson of Cheverton Farm has been crowned 'Beef Innovator of the Year' at the British Farming Awards 2020. The event, which was broadcast online on Wednesday and hosted by Vernon Kay, showcased the innovation and achievements of British farmers...

Simon tackling a three-wheeler fire After 32 years of service to the local community, Watch Manager Simon Fyrth is retiring from the Isle of Wight Fire and Rescue Service. Simon joined the team at Bembridge Fire Station in October 1988...

Staff at GKN Aerospace in East Cowes have once again been given the opportunity to voluntarily resign from the company and walk away with a lump sum payout. The firm has re-opened its a voluntary resignation scheme, which encourages members...

Police on the Isle of Wight have made an arrest after a package containing suspected Class A and Class B drugs was intercepted at a local Post Office. Officers were notified by Post Office staff in Newport on Wednesday about...

A road safety scheme to provide better visibility at a busy Bembridge junction has been completed. The improved pavements give a safer crossing point for pedestrians, more grass verge and a much better view for drivers approaching the junction next...

The winning numbers in this week’s IW Lottery draw (23rd October 2020) are… Amount (£) Number £1,000.00 7171 £100.00 3261 £100.00 13671 £100.00 10643 £100.00 13745 £100.00 14595 £100.00 11397 £100.00 12052 £100.00 4240 £100.00 4688 £100.00 15236