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.
DRINK DRIVE CHARGE AFTER VAN CRASHES ‘INTO HOUSE’ DURING EARLY HOURS
BREAKING; A 39-year-old suspected drink driver is in custody after careering a van into a house in East Cowes.
Read moreDetailsDIGITAL PAYMENTS ARE CHANGING HOW SOME ONLINE BETTING OFFERS WORK
From faster deposits to near-instant withdrawals, digital payments are certainly reshaping the online betting experience for modern users. For Isle of Wight residents, these changes are really influencing how offers are structured and how quickly winnings can be accessed. In...
Read moreDetailsCAR ON ROOF IN LATE NIGHT SMASH – ROAD CLOSED IN SANDOWN
BREAKING: Police have closed a key road in Sandown as a result of a car rolling onto its roof in a late night smash.
Read moreDetailsFLAMES THREATEN GARAGES AS FIRE BREAKS OUT ON HILL SIDE IN VENTNOR
Firefighters are tackling an undergrowth fire on a hill side in Ventnor this evening (Tuesday). Hampshire & Isle of Wight Fire and Rescue Service has mobilised appliances to Steephill Down Road, off Newport Road, where flames have taken hold of...
Read moreDetailsELECTION CANDIDATES SHOWCASED AS ISLE OF WIGHT PREPARES FOR POLLING DAY
Residents are being encouraged to visit Island Echo's sister site, www.isleofwight.vote, to learn more about the candidates standing in their area...
Read moreDetailsLONG-SERVING ISLE OF WIGHT EMPLOYEE MARKS 50 YEARS WITH VAN MOSSEL ESPLANADE
Van Mossel Esplanade is marking a historic milestone for employee Nigel Smith, a cornerstone of the dealership’s operations, who is celebrating an incredible 50 years of service with the company. Nigel, the former Manager of the former Esplanade Car Rental...
Read moreDetailsCALLS FOR HIGHWAYS PFI REVIEW AFTER FIRESTONE COPSE ROAD CLOSURE QUESTIONS
The next Isle of Wight Council administration must commission an independent review into the Highways PFI contract, following ongoing concerns over the handling of Firestone Copse Road, according to Councillor Ian Dore.
Read moreDetailsMOTORCYCLE CRASH CLOSES DIVERSION ROUTE INTO NEWPORT
BREAKING: Motorists heading into Newport should expect significant delays owing to a motorcycle crash.
Read moreDetailsTRAFFIC CHAOS AS MOTORISTS FACE 4-MILE TAILBACKS INTO NEWPORT
BREAKING: Motorists heading into Newport are facing significant delays this morning (Monday) due to the closure of Fairlee Road, which is resulting in 4-mile tailbacks.
Read moreDetailsENGLISH CLUBS THAT HAVE PLAYED THE MOST DIFFERENT STADIUMS
Most football fans today take it for granted that their club has a stadium they can call home. But some of England's most famous sides spent years moving from place to place before they finally found a permanent ground to...
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