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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.
A motorcyclist has been involved in a collision on the main road between Shanklin and Ventnor this afternoon (Saturday). It was just before 13:30 that Hampshire & Isle of Wight Constabulary was alerted to the crash, which has occurred on...
Read moreDetailsA 19-year-old man has been arrested and taken into custody on suspicion of engaging in sexual activity with a child on the Isle of Wight. It was just before 18:00 yesterday evening (Friday) that Police - in large numbers -...
Read moreDetailsTuesday (1st July) saw a perfect Summer’s afternoon in Merstone as 3 Isle of Wight producers came together to host a charity cream tea, raising over £500 in support of Cancer Research. The event, held at Venners in Merstone, brought...
Read moreDetailsA brand new florist and plant shop has opened its doors in East Cowes, offering flowers for all occasions alongside houseplants and gifts. Molly’s Flower Shop, located at 12 Ferry Road, is the passion project of local florist Molly Mason,...
Read moreDetailsRoadworks at Horsebridge Hill, that have blighted motorists’ journeys to and from Cowes for several weeks, are now over with the road reopened in both directions this morning (Saturday). Carriageway widening works for the new Three Oaks housing development have...
Read moreDetailsCarriageway strengthening work on several sections of Victoria Avenue in Shanklin is to begin later this month, with a prolonged closure of the main road in the middle of the busy Summer season. The work, which will improve 6 sections...
Read moreDetails2 people have been evacuated by helicopter and lifeboat from the P&O cruise ship Britannia off the coast of the Isle of Wight tonight (Friday). The cruise ship - which can accommodate nearly 5,000 people - left its homeport of...
Read moreDetailsThe Festival of Heroes is set to return to the Isle of Wight later this month, promising a bigger and better experience for families thanks to the support of Red Funnel and Enable Law. Families can look forward to meeting a...
Read moreDetailsSomething magical is on track for Blackgang Chine in 2026 as the Isle of Wight’s much-loved attraction announces the revival of a former Robin Hill family favourite. The ride will be familiar to fans of the former sister park, Robin...
Read moreDetailsFOUND: Police have confirmed that Alyssia has been located. Police are asking for the help of Islanders in locating a 14-year-old girl who has gone missing - and is thought to be on the Isle of Wight. Alyssia, from Poole...
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