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Police have issued a CCTV image of a man officers would like to speak to after 2 shoplifting incidents at Tesco Express in Lake.

Isle of Wight Council works to revitalise part of East Cowes Esplanade kicked off this week as the Mayor of East Cowes, Councillor Tracy Reardon, put the first spade in the ground.

Reducing the number of school places on the Isle of Wight is a ‘critical and urgent’ priority which may mean school closures, a new council report says.

The United Kingdom iGaming sector in 2026 is mobile-first by design. Market forecasts expect the value to exceed £11.6 billion. Around 65% of revenue comes from smartphones. London leads due to strong 5G coverage, fast public connectivity, and widespread device ...

While much of the build-up to the Cheltenham Gold Cup has centred around Irish heavyweights and defending champions, there is a growing sense that Harry Redknapp's colours could yet crash the party. Image: Ben Jones, Ben Pauling and Harry Redknapp ...

Competitive gaming and online betting are now full-scale digital economies. With prize pools and wagering growing annually, financial regulations in iGaming are becoming the central pillar of operational strategy. Industry reports estimate iGaming generates tens of billions annually, while global ...

A Ventnor bricklayer has pleaded guilty to stealing a total of £28.45 worth of goods from the Co-op in Ventnor, including 2 bacon rolls, a pack of apples and a carrier bag.

A new community shop in Ryde is offering support, conversation and a welcoming space for those affected by breast cancer - founded by a local woman who has battled the disease twice herself. Samantha Densham, from Ryde, was diagnosed with ...

The Island’s Got Talent brought together performers from across the Isle of Wight at East Cowes Town Hall on Sunday (1st March), with a coveted slot at Cowes Fringe up for grabs.

A new Roads Policing Team has been announced for Hampshire and the Isle of Wight, alongside a new approach to tackle careless driving and £340,000 worth of investment for road safety projects.