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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.
BREAKING: Significant delays are building for motorists heading into Newport this morning (Wednesday) as the Hampshire & Isle of Wight Air Ambulance responds to a serious incident at Blackwater.
Read moreDetailsIsland Roads has swept in to support the Classic Boat Museum in Cowes by clearing stubborn bird mess from a boatshed that had been overtaken by pigeons.
Read moreDetailsThe first residents have moved into their new homes at Three Oaks, a 100% affordable scheme for Isle of Wight residents in Newport.
Read moreDetailsPublic toilets in Sandown will be free to use - on a trial basis - throughout 2026, following a decision made by Sandown Town Council.
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Read moreDetailsHampshire & Isle of Wight Constabulary and Thames Valley Police have become the first forces in the country to trial a pioneering new way to contact them - an AI assistant called Bobbi.
Read moreDetailsBREAKING: Police and paramedics are on scene in central Newport tonight (Tuesday) where a 2-car crash is blocking a main through road.
Read moreDetailsAnother thrilling day of closed-road motorsport will return to the Isle of Wight in just a matter of months, with the Weaver Brothers Island Stages Rally officially confirmed for Sunday 15th February 2026.
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