A man has been charged with the murder of pub landlord and former Isle of Wight councillor, Gerry White.

Police confirm details of the man who was found dead on Monday after being seriously assaulted and appeal for any witnesses to come forward.

Tributes to the late Parish Councillor come from the former leader of the Isle of Wight council who says Gerry was "a relentless champion for the Lake community".

Formal identification has not yet taken place for the man in his 70s found dead in woodland area on the Isle of Wight. One man has been arrested but police are keen to establish the exact circumstances of this man’s death

Morrisons in Lake have already built the 'garden centre' at their Lake store and are now applying for retrospective permission, but the local council recommend refusal

This free event taking place on Saturday, Sunday and Monday features lots to see and do with the family.

Police are still carrying out enquiries to establish if any other vehicles were involved, or whether this was a single vehicle collision. Please get in touch if you know anything that could help.

It was recently discovered that hedges, flora and fauna had been totally cleared from an area near Scotchells Brook, Lake. It's been confirmed the clearance was unauthorised.

Members of the planning committee were urged to let 'common sense prevail' over plans for an aviation museum at Sandown Airport.

There'll be Santa's Grotto, loads of Christmas craft activities for kids, bake sale, entertainment and a very special hot chocolate stall. All in aid of Teenage Cancer Trust.

Best of luck to Leanne who'll be flying the flag for the Isle of Wight, up against seven others for the title of School Chef of the Year 2019 in the regional finals next week.