30 YEARS OF SHANKLIN YOUTH CENTRE CELEBRATED WITH ROSES AND TRIBUTES
30th October 2026
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.
holidaycottages.co.uk, which acts as the agent for over 200 holiday lets on the Isle of Wight, has opened a brand-new office on the Island. Acting as a hybrid unit, the newly constructed office located at Branstone will provide a flexible...
Read moreDetailsThe driver of a small hatchback has fled the scene of a crash in Ryde tonight (Tuesday) in which 2 vehicles have been significantly damaged, 1 of which has ended up on its roof. Police, fire and ambulance crews are...
Read moreDetailsSouthern Vectis is urging its passengers - particularly in more rural areas - to ensure drivers can see them when they are waiting at stops. As winter approaches, and with the clocks going back this month, more journeys will be...
Read moreDetailsWightlink’s strategy to reach net zero carbon emissions as soon as possible has been recognised by the judges at Maritime UK Solent. The trophy for Net Zero Navigator was presented to Wightlink’s Chief Executive Katy Taylor at a ceremony attended...
Read moreDetailsShops in Sandown High Street, and across the town, have been taking part in a fiendishly fun and family-friendly window dressing competition. Guys N Dolls, hairdressers at 117 High Street, received a specially made Wizard Gonk and a box of...
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Read moreDetailsHair transplants are becoming more and more popular, even for Wightians. But finding out the actual hair transplant cost is not always as straightforward. While there’s only a few local options, there are literally 1000s of clinics worldwide. So let’s...
Read moreDetailsRunners of all abilities are being challenged to take on a race with a difference at the IW Steam Railway this November. Race The Train on Saturday 2nd November will see runners attempt to complete a 5km course between Wootton...
Read moreDetailsA car has left the carriageway and become stuck in a hedge between Whitwell and Ventnor this afternoon (Monday) following a period of torrential downpours. A red Vauxhall Corsa has left Whitwell Road near to the junction with St Lawrence...
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