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Darren started his career as a photojournalist at just 16 years of age, reporting across the Isle of Wight for regional, national and international media.
Driven by a passion for trusted local journalism, this true Caulkhead founded Island Echo in 2012 and has since grown it into a multi-award-winning publication. He is still the Editor and Publisher today.
Darren holds a Diploma with Honours in Media Law from the London School of Journalism.
Locals are calling for urgent action over a treacherous section of the revetment between Sandown and Shanklin.
Read moreDetailsThe golden arches are getting closer to welcoming customers at Newport's new retail park, with the new McDonald's drive-thru looking set to open next month.
Read moreDetailsSome of the biggest names to be brought to the Isle of Wight by Strings took centre stage at Robin Hill last weekend, with a sell-out Scouting For Girls gig rounding off 3 nights of live music. The outdoor shows...
Read moreDetailsNewport was transformed by a colourful display of lights, costumes and performers last night (Thursday) as the town's Illuminated Carnival took to the streets. The procession moved off from Church Litten at 21:00, with illuminated floats, walking entries, vehicles and...
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Read moreDetailsA new children's puzzle book, an Isle of Wight calendar and a wordsearch book have been launched as part of a fundraising drive to raise £1,300 for another life-saving defibrillator on the Island.
Read moreDetailsPhotos: Jack Downer/Island Echo Seaview has been alive with traditional seaside fun this week as the village's annual regatta returned with sailing, sport and entertainment. The sporting action got underway on Tuesday (18th August), with sailing races off the seafront...
Read moreDetailsBREAKING: Fire engines from 4 different stations have responded to an out-of-control bonfire - just days after the country was told not to light any fires.
Read moreDetailsLIVE: Teenagers across the Isle of Wight are finding out how they have fared in their GCSEs today (Thursday).
Read moreDetailsBREAKING: Some 2,300 properties have been hit by the power cut, which is also affecting Coppins Bridge traffic lights.
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