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• Man Found Safe And Well After Missing Person Search In Freshwater

  Police and search and rescue teams are looking for a man who has gone missing in Freshwater this evening (Tuesday).

• Big Mac Anyone? Newport McDonald's Reopens Tomorrow

  Newport's McDonald’s is reopening its doors tomorrow (Wednesday).

• Frustration As 40% Of Hovertravel Bookings Are No Shows

  40 per cent of people who have booked Hovertravel crossings are not showing up, with the firm only operating at around 25 per cent capacity per day.

• "Historic Mistake" - Parish Council Objects To Arreton Oil Drilling Plans

  A parish council on the Isle of Wight has objected to plans which could see oil exploration drilling in the area.

• Sir Bradley Wiggins And Raymond Blanc Team Up For New Isle Of Wight Event

  Sir Bradley Wiggins and Raymond Blanc are among the names saddling up for a brand new event coming to the Isle of Wight in September.

• Isle Of Wight Playgrounds To Reopen As Families Told 'Stay Alert'

  Isle of Wight Council-run playgrounds will reopen from Saturday (11).

• Which Isle Of Wight Pubs Are OPEN? A List Has Been Revealed

  A list of Isle of Wight pubs that are open has been revealed, after being closed because of the lockdown.

• Two Men Arrested On Suspicion Of Drug Offences In Newport

  Two people have been arrested on suspicion of drug offences in Newport.

• Key Workers No Longer Eligible For Free Parking On The Isle Of Wight

  Key workers are no longer eligible for free parking on the Isle of Wight.

• VIDEO: Overturned Lorry Blocks Coppins Bridge

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  An overturned lorry is blocking Coppins Bridge in Newport.

• Newport's Travelodge Among First In the Country To Reopen

  Travelodge in Newport on the Isle of Wight is among the chain's first to reopen in the country.

• Proposed Housing - Which Could Impact Isle Of Wight Festival - Has Been Refused By Councillors

  A review of the proposed housing on Seaclose Park — which could affect the Isle of Wight Festival — has been turned down by Isle of Wight councillors.

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Isle of Wight Sport

• Isle Of Wight Goalkeeper Lines Up Against Manchester United

  Isle of Wight-born goalkeeper Simon Moore is in the starting XI to face Premier League giants Manchester United this evening (Wednesday).

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SKY NEWS

• Coronavirus: Chancellor to unveil £2bn work placements scheme in recovery package

  Chancellor Rishi Sunak will spend £2bn funding hundreds of thousands of "work placements" to keep young people off the dole in his emergency economic update to MPs on Wednesday.

• Coronavirus: Seven things to watch out for in Sunak's stimulus statement

  Over the past few months, millions of us have been directly affected by the unprecedented coronavirus support schemes unleashed by the Treasury.

• Primodos scandal: Relief for campaigners as review demands compensation for victims of hormone pregnancy test

  Campaigner Marie Lyon broke down in tears as she read the report. "At last!" she exclaimed. 

• NHS must apologise for dismissing pelvic mesh and anti-epilepsy drug patients' suffering, review finds

  An inquiry into three NHS scandals has found patients came to "avoidable harm" as they were "dismissed" over many years after serious concerns were raised.

• Extraordinary details of Johnny Depp and Amber Heard's marriage on day one of libel case

  Johnny Depp has denied being a "wife beater" and accused his ex-wife Amber Heard of being the abuser in their marriage on the first day of his libel case.

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• Coronavirus: Chancellor to unveil £2bn work placements scheme in recovery package

  Chancellor Rishi Sunak will spend £2bn funding hundreds of thousands of "work placements" to keep young people off the dole in his emergency economic update to MPs on Wednesday.

• Robotic birds capable of amazingly realistic flight shown off by German company

  German engineering company Festo has created robotic birds capable of amazingly realistic flight.

• Fernando Alonso to return to F1 with Renault for 2021 season

  Fernando Alonso is set to return to Formula 1 as Daniel Ricciardo's replacement at Renault for the 2021 season.

• Coronavirus: Boris Johnson resists calls to apologise for claim care workers 'didn't follow procedures'

  Downing Street has resisted calls for Boris Johnson to apologise for claiming some care workers "didn't really follow the procedures" during the coronavirus outbreak.

• Primodos scandal: Relief for campaigners as review demands compensation for victims of hormone pregnancy test

  Campaigner Marie Lyon broke down in tears as she read the report. "At last!" she exclaimed. 

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ENTERTAINMENT

• Idris Elba: 'Luther's return? We're THIS close to making a film'

  Idris Elba has teased Luther fans with a hint about a potential move to the big screen for the maverick detective.

• Extraordinary details of Johnny Depp and Amber Heard's marriage on day one of libel case

  Johnny Depp has denied being a "wife beater" and accused his ex-wife Amber Heard of being the abuser in their marriage on the first day of his libel case.

• Kasabian say they are 'heartbroken' and that Tom Meighan misled fans after assault charge

  Kasabian say former frontman Tom Meighan misled fans by choosing not to talk about his assault charge.

• Coronavirus: Tom Hanks says he doesn't have 'much respect' for those who won't wear masks

  Tom Hanks says he does not have "much respect" for those who do not wear face masks during the coronavirus pandemic.

• Usain Bolt reveals name of baby daughter - with nod to sprinter's Olympic success

  He's the fastest man of all time, and now his baby daughter looks destined to follow in his footsteps after her name was revealed.

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SPORT

• Fernando Alonso to return to F1 with Renault for 2021 season

  Fernando Alonso is set to return to Formula 1 as Daniel Ricciardo's replacement at Renault for the 2021 season.

• Ben Stokes says England will make Black Lives Matter 'gesture' in first West Indies Test

  Ben Stokes will lead England in a "gesture" of support for the Black Lives Matter movement when international cricket returns on Wednesday, but did not confirm that his players would take a knee.

• Women's British Open to be played behind closed doors at Royal Troon

  The AIG Women's British Open will go ahead without spectators at Royal Troon in August, the R&A have confirmed.

• Katie Taylor could face Delfine Persoon in rematch on Dillian Whyte bill, confirms Eddie Hearn

  Katie Taylor requested a rematch against Delfine Persoon to clear up any controversy - and promoter Eddie Hearn is 'working hard' to finalise the fight for August 22.

• Tyson Fury made generous gesture to help cut-man who saved him during Otto Wallin fight

  Tyson Fury had a debt of gratitude to pay the cut-man who stitched up his worst-ever wound, and paid with a generous gesture at the most needy time.

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Recipes

• Beef and Guinness Pie Recipe

  Treat the man of the house to a hearty Father's Day beef pie, made with his favourite stout or red wine. We recommend Guinness for a full-bodied flavour,

• Lemon Drizzle Cake Recipe

  We're celebrating this year's Mountbatten Hospice 'Go Yellow Day' with a delicious Lemon Drizzle Cake.

• Pumpkin and Potato Soup Recipe

  Warm up this winter with a steaming bowl of this hearty homemade soup.

• Recipe: Spicy Barbecue Sizzlers

  Some like it hot, so sizzle your ribs and chicken with these BBQ sauces. I hope you find these recipes melt-in-your-mouth incredible!

• Recipe: Gin and Tonic Cake

  This cake is moist and zingy with an added kick, thanks to the classic flavours of a G&T. It makes the perfect birthday cake for the gin and tonic lover in your life.

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Things To Make And Try

• BOOK REVIEW: The Cows, by Dawn O’Porter

  Although this book is ostensibly light reading about three women in their thirties, it’s really about the power of social media and the devastating effect one brief clip on YouTube can have on someone’s life.

• Make your own Father's Day card

  With Father's Day fast approaching (Sunday June 21st), why not put your creative hats on and make a home-made card for the father figure in your life. This easy to follow guide can be adapted to use colours and patterns of your choice.

• Make your own face mask

  With the latest updates requesting all customers wear face masks when using a number of local businesses and transport services, we’ve decided to teach you how to make your own at home.

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• Make your own Father's Day card

  With Father's Day fast approaching (Sunday June 21st), why not put your creative hats on and make a home-made card for the father figure in your life. This easy to follow guide can be adapted to use colours and patterns of your choice.

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