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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.
BREAKING: A man has been left with a head injury after being 'bottled' during a violent incident in Sandown yesterday (Thursday), which unfolded in front of families on the beach.
Read moreDetailsThe fire in Calbourne involved garden waste, trees and bushes.
Read moreDetailsKevin Miles claimed victory in the Freshwater Bay Seniors Championship after carding an impressive 39 points in challenging breezy conditions on Saturday (22nd May). Golfers taking part in the popular competition faced slightly blustery but dry weather conditions at Freshwater...
Read moreDetailsRyde Town Council is set to auction off the derelict former Vectis Hall building with no reserve price - despite spending at least £175,000 of taxpayers’ money on the project with little to show for it.
Read moreDetails3 more senior figures, including Red Funnel CEO Fran Collins, have joined what will undoubtedly be one of the Island’s most important public discussions of the year.
Read moreDetails“My priority as leader is to ensure this council functions properly and survives,” the new leader of the Isle of Wight Council has declared.
Read moreDetailsThe Isle of Wight Council’s Reform Group says it is focused on rebuilding public confidence and improving professionalism at County Hall.
Read moreDetailsA much-loved figure across the Island and beyond, Alec Penstone has sadly died aged 101 following a short illness.
Read moreDetailsBREAKING: A man has been detained on suspicion of assault, burglary and criminal damage.
Read moreDetailsRyde Town Council has softened its stance on the controversial West Acre Park development in Ryde.
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