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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.
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Forever homes for more than 226 animals have been found by staff and volunteers at RSPCA Isle of Wight branch this year. Despite the global pandemic creating challenges for the charity, the animals in its care have remained its top...
Read moreDetailsThis year's drive-in Christmas cinema has so far raised more than £17,000 for the Island branch of Wessex Cancer Trust. Around 2,500 people attended the 2-day drive-in event, held in the car park at Robin Hill, with 6 Christmas films...
Read moreDetailsA study looking into the feasibility of a livestock collection centre on the Isle of Wight has been released. The Isle of Wight Council (IWC), National Farmers Union (NFU) and the Royal Isle of Wight Agricultural Society (RIWAS) recently commissioned...
Read moreDetailsWork by Island Roads to upgrade a key section of the Sandown to Newport cycle track has been completed. In partnership with the Isle of Wight Council, Island Roads has replaced the former footbridge over the Eastern Yar at Alverstone...
Read moreDetailsEmergency services are attending a road traffic collision in Hale Common near Arreton tonight (Tuesday). A small blue car has been significantly damaged in the crash, which is thought to involve just 1 vehicle. Paramedics from the Isle of Wight...
Read moreDetailsWith only a couple of weeks to go until the big day, Gunwharf Quays in Portsmouth is helping festive shoppers make the most of each day by launching early-morning shopping hours. The new hours will see the outlet now open...
Read moreDetailsWith the busy festive season approaching, HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) is calling on the Isle of Wight's 24,500 Self Assessment customers not to miss the 31st January deadline. The 2019-20 tax return can be finalised at any time up...
Read moreDetailsThe trustees of The Footprint Trust have praised their staff for assisting over 1,700 vulnerable ‘fuel poor’ Islanders during the last 12 months, through more effective use of energy in their homes. The recent Annual General Meeting of the charity...
Read moreDetailsMotorists driving up and down Folly Lane in East Cowes have been left with flat tyres as a result of a malicious act. A large number of nails, tacks and screws, some embedded in drinks cans, have been placed down...
Read moreDetailsThe New Carnival Company will be lighting up Ryde on Thursday 17th December from 17:00 with a brand new outdoor event called Merry and Bright. The Town Centre promises to be full of seasonal magic and entertainment for all the...
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