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28th October 2026
Another true Islander, James left the Isle of Wight to study at Southampton Solent University, where he graduated with a BA (Hons) in Sports Journalism accredited by the Broadcast Journalism Training Council (BJTC), before joining the Island Echo newsroom in 2022.
Since then, he has built a strong reputation for accurate, engaging local journalism, with a particular focus on court reporting.
Time is running out to sign up for the Isle of Wight's annual night-time 5km fun-run, Dash in the Dark, taking place on Saturday 3 October at Robin Hill, in aid of Hampshire and Isle of Wight Air Ambulance.
Read moreDetailsHampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust's 0-19 Service has launched a grant scheme aimed at 13-25-year-olds.
Read moreDetailsMore than 100 people attended a successful funding event aimed at helping Isle of Wight charities, community groups and voluntary organisations secure support for local projects.
Read moreDetailsFreshwater Bay Golf Club has enjoyed a busy spell of competition, with Joanne Wright securing the club's Annual Knockout Cup and just 4 points separating the top 6 teams in the Mixed Open.
Read moreDetailsVentnor Botanic Garden curator Chris Kidd has been awarded The Kew Medal in recognition of his outstanding contribution to horticulture and the advancement of the profession.
Read moreDetailsBREAKING: Police have confirmed that 26-year-old Bailey Smith will appear before magistrates next month.
Read moreDetailsResidents, families and staff from The Elms Residential Home in Bembridge came together this September to raise awareness of dementia and show their support for people living with the condition and those who care for them.
Read moreDetailsBREAKING: The arrests came after Police received reports of a man being seen with a machete.
Read moreDetailsBREAKING: The motorcylist was arrested at the scene...
Read moreDetails"Appointing a Marketing Director to lead this organisation is the right decision, and I would rather hand over to the right person than stay in a role the organisation has outgrown."
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