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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.
An eco-campaigner accused of driving at a car boot sale marshal nearly 4 years ago will now not stand trial until December. Garry Oates is accused of dangerous driving and assault occasioning actual bodily harm following an incident at an...
Read moreDetailsReports of a man falling and injuring himself onboard a vessel at Medina Yard in Cowes prompted an emergency response from coastguards, paramedics and Police this afternoon (Monday). It was at around 15:20 that it was reported to HM Coastguard...
Read moreDetailsHythe Ferry, which is owned by Isle of Wight ferry operator Red Funnel, is asking passengers to put their hands in their pocket and donate to enable the return of the Hythe-Southampton service. It was in September 2023 that Red Funnel...
Read moreDetailsMore than 1,000 children across the Isle of Wight have been offered places at local secondary schools this week - in the same week the Council is set to axe 5 primary schools. Today (Monday) is National Offer Day when...
Read moreDetailsMountbatten has welcomed £330,000 of emergency funding from the Government, but the charity insists it is regular, secure funding that the hospice needs in the future. Mountbatten is to receive just over £330,000 for the 2024/5 financial year, split between...
Read moreDetailsA total of 14 properties on the Isle of Wight are being auctioned on the day when winter gives way to spring – Thursday 20th March. They are among 145 lots listed across southern England by Clive Emson Auctioneers in...
Read moreDetailsThe release of beavers on the Isle of Wight has moved a step closer as the Labour Government has decided to legalise the wild release of Eurasian beavers in England. The news has been welcomed by Hampshire & Isle of...
Read moreDetailsShanklin Police Station could be reopened to the public to provide those living in The Bay with better access to policing services, it has been revealed. Police and Crime Commissioner Donna Jones has confirmed that she is currently exploring the...
Read moreDetailsFoggy conditions on the Solent have forced Red Funnel to suspend its East Cowes-Southampton vehicle ferry service this morning (Monday). As the new week gets underway, all Red Funnel ferry sailings to and from the Isle of Wight have been...
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