THE final of News Shopper's Wow Factor 2008 competition is into its last few days.

This is our quest to find the most gorgeous girl and handsome hunk in the region.

Over the past five months hundreds of beautiful young woman and fine looking fellas have entered, with thousands of votes being cast.

Thanks to your website votes, 10 hopefuls have been monthly winners and qualified for the final - now it is up to you to decide the two overall winners.

Your votes now are doubly important. The winners of the final not only become Wow Factor champions for this year, they will also win the thousands of pounds of prizes on offer.

To see pictures of all the finalists and then vote for your favourite by phone or text click here

There will be one male winner and one female winner, decided by who receives the most votes before the contest closes on August 31.