TV favourites, bestselling authors and leading public figures are among the latest names confirmed for this year's Isle of Wight Literary Festival.

Volunteer drivers for Daisy Ring Bus C.I.C. can now benefit from free parking in Cowes, thanks to the support of Northwood House Charitable Trust Co Ltd.

Northwood House played host to a night of celebration yesterday as the Red Funnel Isle of Wight Awards returned for their sixth year.