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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.
There is yet more disruption for those crossing the Solent with Red Funnel today (Tuesday) as the operator cancels a number of vehicle ferry sailings once again. The 04:30 and 07:30 sailings from Southampton have been pulled alongside the 06:00...
Read moreDetailsAn Isle of Wight Police officer accused of touching up her colleagues at a social event, as well as assaulting an ex-partner and breaching her bail conditions, is to face a misconduct hearing next week. According to Hampshire & Isle...
Read moreDetailsThe Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) is intensifying its actions against offshore gambling operators, stepping up efforts to safeguard Australian consumers from illegal online gambling activities. With this renewed focus, the organisation seeks to protect users from financial risks...
Read moreDetailsThe University of Sydney is in a bit of hot water over a seeming morality clause in its entanglements with the wider gambling industry. New information that came to light in December 2024 puts the university under a critical microscope...
Read moreDetailsTributes have been paid to 48-year-old Jason 'Jay' Nicholls, who died after being run over by a car in Sandown on New Year's Eve. Police were called at 17:17 on Tuesday 31st December to a report of a collision on...
Read moreDetailsHundreds of boats are expected to take part in the annual Round the Island Race spectacle, organised by the Island Sailing Club, on Saturday 7th June. Early bird entries start from £140 and the discounted fee will be available until...
Read moreDetailsThe Isle of Wight Council says that the Cowes Floating Bridge is to remain out of action until at least Wednesday owing to a battery fault. Contractors have been on board the troubled vessel to identify a fault with 4...
Read moreDetailsAfter 8 years of being closed, the Pan Multi Use Games Area (MUGA) is to re-open to the local community at the start of next month. Located on a site shared with Barton Primary School, just off Downside Recreation Ground,...
Read moreDetailsRobin Hill Adventure Park has announced an exciting new partnership with Alex Kimber, Executive Chef and Owner of Heron Food IOW. Alex has been on the Isle of Wight for the last 5 years building The Heron restaurants in Ryde...
Read moreDetailsDisruption on Red Funnel’s East Cowes-Southampton vehicle ferry service continues into the new week with a number of cancellations due to adverse weather conditions. The 04:30 and 07:30 sailings from Southampton have been pulled this morning (Monday), alongside the 06:00...
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