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.
DEBRIS ACROSS THE CARRIAGEWAY AFTER 2-CAR SMASH ON MIDDLE ROAD
A crash involving 2 vehicles has led to debris being flung across the carriageway on Middle Road between Calbourne and Carisbrooke this afternoon (Monday). Emergency services are en-route to the scene of the smash on Calbourne Road, at the junction...
Read moreDetailsMAINLAND MOPED RIDER CHARGED WITH 6 OFFENCES FOLLOWING FISHBOURNE INCIDENT
A Gosport moped rider has been charged with numerous offences following an incident at the ferry terminal in Fishbourne yesterday (Sunday). Police stopped a motorcycle on Fishbourne Lane at around 16:40 following which it's alleged that the rider became abusive...
Read moreDetailsEAST WIGHT MP LEADS WESTMINSTER DEBATE ON IMPACT OF LABOUR’S BUDGET TO CHARITIES
Joe Robertson MP has led a debate in Parliament on the impact of Labour's National Insurance rises on charities. He secured a Westminster Hall Debate which was attended by dozens of MPs of different parties, including the Government minister responsible...
Read moreDetailsPEDESTRIAN KILLED IN MOTORCYCLE COLLISION NAMED AS GORDON MCINTOSH
54-year-old Gordon 'Tosh' McIntosh died from multiple injuries sustained after being hit by a motorcycle in the days before Christmas, an inquest opening has today (Monday) heard. It was just before 06:00 on 19th December that emergency services rushed to...
Read moreDetailsNEW EXHIBITION CELEBRATES NEWPORT SHOPS THAT HAVE STOOD THE TEST OF TIME
The latest Newport & Carisbrooke Heritage Society exhibition showcases local businesses that have been trading in the county town for more than 30 years. With contributions from Hursts, Farnsworths, While U Wait Services, TM Taylor and many more, the exhibition...
Read moreDetailsGRAHAM TO THE RESCUE! INJURED BADGER SAVED FROM THE CLIFFS AT WHALE CHINE
A badger spotted sleeping halfway up a cliff by a local fossil hunter has been successfully rescued, thanks to the efforts of Badger Trust IW. It was on Sunday morning that Glenn Martin alerted the Trust to the animal's plight...
Read moreDetails‘SAVE OUR VOTE’ PETITION LAUNCHED IN FIGHT AGAINST POSTPONING LOCAL ELECTIONS
A petition fighting against Alliance councillors' decision to try and postpone this May's local elections - thus keeping them in power for another 12 months - has been launched. Labour Government is forcing devolution on the Isle of Wight so...
Read moreDetailsESSENTIAL WORKS TO SEE CLOSURE OF WIGHTLINK’S GUNWHARF TERMINAL LATER THIS MONTH
Essential repairs and maintenance at Wightlink's Portsmouth Gunwharf car ferry terminal over the next 3 weeks will see some sailings arrive and depart from the International Port. Whilst work is carried out, there will be some changes to vehicle parking...
Read moreDetailsTURKEY HAIR TRANSPLANT: THE ULTIMATE GUIDE
Millions of people worldwide suffer from thinning hair and receding hairline. Hair transplant surgeries have become a trusted solution for restoring hair and confidence. They are a popular choice for those looking to address thinning or baldness effectively. In this...
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