Darren Toogood - Editor
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.
ISLE OF WIGHT LOTTERY RESULTS: 28TH FEBRUARY 2020
The winning numbers in this week’s big IW Lottery draw (28th February 2020) are: Amount (£) Number £1,000.00 14150 £100.00 15812 £100.00 8815 £100.00 13494 £100.00 7176 £100.00 12053 £100.00 15362 £100.00 4254 £100.00 5836 £100.00 7029 £100.00 5069
Read moreDetailsISLE OF WIGHT PLANNING APPLICATIONS: 28TH FEBRUARY 2020
The following planning applications and appeals have been submitted to the Isle of Wight Council and can be viewed online at www.iwight.com/planning. Alternatively, they can be viewed at Seaclose Offices, Fairlee Road, Newport, Isle of Wight, PO30 2QS. New Applications Application...
Read moreDetailsFIREFIGHTERS OUTRAGED AS ELDERLY MAN TORMENTED BY CHILDREN IN THE WEST WIGHT
Firefighters attending a medical emergency in the West Wight have expressed their outrage after hearing about local youngsters tormenting an elderly gentlemen. A retained crew from Freshwater Fire Station were mobilised to an address on Longhalves Lane this evening (Thursday) to...
Read moreDetailsBUMPER ENTRY FOR INAUGURAL ISLAND CAR CENTRE SANDOWN SPRINT
British classics, world rally cars and modern-day supercars will line up to compete in the Island Car Centre Sandown Sprint next month. The confirmed entry list for the inaugural Isle of Wight Speed Trials event at Culver Parade has now...
Read moreDetailsELLA EYRE AND FAITHLESS TO HEADLINE GREAT WONDERFEST 2020
Ella Eyre and Faithless will appear alongside Hrvy, Martin Kemp and Judge Jules on the line up for this year's Great Wonderfest music festival on the Isle of Wight. Organisers of the family-friendly event, which will take place at Duxmore...
Read moreDetailsCOUNCIL IN SINGLE PERSON COUNCIL TAX DISCOUNT CRACKDOWN
Island residents who claim single person discount on their council tax bills are being notified of a forthcoming review. Letters are being sent out during March reminding people they must tell the council if they are no longer eligible for...
Read moreDetailsRED FUNNEL PARTNER WITH SAINSBURY’S FOR FOOD AND BEVERAGE OFFERING
Red Funnel has announced that it will welcome Sainsbury’s as a new partner for its food and beverage offering across the business, which will also include the introduction of Rollover hot dogs and Tango Ice Blast slushes. A range of...
Read moreDetailsCOWES RNLI WELCOMES 2 NEW HELMS
2 local fishermen have each now qualified as the latest volunteer helms of Cowes RNLI lifeboat. Ady Stothard, 41, who works for a firm making fruit and vinegar products, had been an ordinary member of the crew for the past...
Read moreDetailsWINDY WEEKEND IN STORE WITH SEVERE GALES FORECAST FOR THE ISLE OF WIGHT
A yellow weather warning for strong winds has been issued by the IW Met Service for the weekend, with heavy rain also expected. 2 spells of very strong winds will impact the Isle of Wight throughout Saturday, according to forecasters....
Read moreDetailsCAWDELL, MOREY AND MORTLOCK THROUGH TO MEN’S NATIONAL OVER 50’S FINAL
Alan Cawdell, Ian Morey and Bob Mortlock have taken the win against a Bournemouth triple to secure their place in the Men's National Over 50's triple final. The Island side went up against Cliff Higgins, Lee Croad and Chris Daniels...
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