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.
VIDEO GAME GENRES THAT WILL PROPEL VIRTUAL REALITY
The current state of the gaming industry is poised to undergo a significant and transformative change. The gaming business has seen major transformations with the integration of virtual reality, facilitated by platforms such as PlayStation VR, Oculus Rift, and HTC Vive,...
Read moreDetailsEXCITING UK COMPETITIONS TO ENTER FOR A MERRY CHRISTMAS
The festive season is fast approaching, and we all deserve to treat ourselves. To help you during this season, we’ve compiled a list of UK competitions you can enter right now in time for Christmas — who knows, maybe you’ll...
Read moreDetailsADULT LEARNERS FROM ACROSS THE ISLAND PRAISED AT AWARDS EVENING
Adult learners who successfully completed courses with the Isle of Wight Council were recently celebrated at an awards evening. The Adult Community Learning Service handed out a total of 14 awards, recognising the achievements of people across a range of...
Read moreDetailsYOUR FUTURE STARTS AT THE ISLE OF WIGHT COLLEGE – OPEN DAY TO BE HELD THIS SATURDAY
The Isle of Wight College is opening its doors to prospective students and their families with tours, tasters and exciting updates on Saturday (25th November). Both the Whippingham campus for engineering (CECAMM) and main campus in Newport will be open...
Read moreDetailsFREE PLACES AVAILABLE FOR HOLIDAY ACTIVITES THIS CHRISTMAS
The Christmas Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) programme is back for 2023! The programme offers a wide range of activities to entertain young people over the Christmas holidays. It also makes sure that everyone gets a free nutritious meal and snacks...
Read moreDetailsSOLENT CONSORTIUM AWARD £2.5MILLION TO SUPPORT REGION’S SKILLS GAPS
South Hampshire College Group has been awarded a £2.5million skills fund boost, which is set to benefit learners across the region including here on the Isle of Wight. The investment is strategically aimed at supporting colleges, universities, and independent training...
Read moreDetailsOFSTED SAYS ‘GOOD’ ACROSS THE BOARD FOR ST HELENS PRIMARY SCHOOL
St Helens Primary School has been awarded a 'good' rating by His Majesty's Inspectorate - with an 'outstanding' in personal development. Ofsted visited the East Wight school over 2 days in October and found all areas to be good, including...
Read moreDetailsCOUNCIL REVEALS NEW DIRECTOR FOR CHILDREN’S SERVICES AFTER SPLIT FROM HAMPSHIRE
The Isle of Wight Council has revealed who will be the new senior manager leading services for children, young people and families across the Island. Following a nationwide search, Ashley Whittaker has been appointed as the authority's new director of...
Read moreDetailsNEW HOMES PLANNED FOR AGRICULTURAL FIELD IN WEST WIGHT VILLAGE
Outline permission is being sought to build new homes next to the local green and play area in the West Wight village of Wellow. Nottinghamshire-based Redmer Developments is asking the Isle of Wight Council to prove a planning application seeking...
Read moreDetailsFOOTPRINT TRUST BOSS STEPS DOWN AND CALLS MADE FOR TRUSTEE RESIGNATIONS AMID FUNDING FIASCO
Calls have been made for the Trustees of The Footprint Trust to stand down after rejecting £900,000 of funding from the Government that could have helped thousands of Islanders this Winter. Back in August, Island Echo reported that Newport-based charity...
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