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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.
Wightlink is advising of hour-long delays for those travelling on its Yarmouth-Lymington service this afternoon (Friday). The 60-minute delay is due to an earlier medical emergency. It's thought a woman fell down a set of stairs onboard, prompting an ambulance...
Read moreDetailsEvery year hundreds of new projects are launched in the field of online entertainment. This is the best confirmation that the destination is extremely popular. Bringing a new brand to the international market is quite difficult and also requires significant...
Read moreDetailsThe Isle of Wight’s High Sheriff has confirmed she will compete in the annual Nettlestone ‘RAT’ running race to raise awareness of her literacy programme for primary schools. The event, which is sponsored by Grace’s Bakery and Hovertravel, will take...
Read moreDetailsPolice, fire and ambulance crews are in attendance at a 2-car road traffic collision in the St John’s area of Ryde this morning (Friday). The minor crash on Daniel Street, at the junction with St John’s Road, has involved a Hyundai...
Read moreDetailsThe winning numbers in this week’s Isle of Wight Lottery draw (15th September 2023) are… Amount (£) Number £1,000.00 16983 £100.00 12357 £100.00 17845 £100.00 11570 £100.00 717 £100.00 2808 £100.00 17642 £100.00 10260 £100.00 9653 £100.00 12680 £100.00 14508
Read moreDetailsAfter the successful launch of new charging points for electric boats in Cowes Harbour earlier this Summer, Cowes Harbour Commission has recently achieved another 1st with a new initiative to upgrade the visitor experience for those arriving in Cowes by...
Read moreDetailsActive events aren't just for the summer! There is a huge variety of different activities and festivals throughout Europe that both embrace and celebrate the cooler weather. Let's take a look at some of the most popular events. Ice Swimming, Sweden...
Read moreDetailsIn the context of PlayStation, a custom PS5 controller is a specially designed and personalised gamepad or input device that has been modified to meet an individual gamer's specific preferences and requirements. These custom PS5 controllers are typically created by third-party companies...
Read moreDetailsOakvale Foodshare has been granted £500 from the Mayor of Ryde's charity fund to further its mission of providing essential meals to families in need. This funding will be channelled into creating meal bags that cater to breakfast, lunch and...
Read moreDetailsA re-launched driving skills appraisal service here on the Isle of Wight aims to help older motorists drive safer for longer. Older drivers have a wealth of experience, confidence and tolerance. However, sight, hearing, reaction time and judgement of speed...
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