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Born on the Isle of Wight, Mackenzie spent much of her childhood in the UAE.
She first joined Island Echo as a work experience student before becoming part of the editorial team full-time in June 2026.
Mackenzie holds a BA (Hons) in Multimedia Journalism from News Associates in London, alongside an NCTJ Diploma in Journalism to Gold Standard – the highest level of achievement recognised by the National Council for the Training of Journalists.
The first-ever East Cowes Festival has been hailed as a resounding success after residents, visitors, performers and community groups came together for a weekend of entertainment and celebration.
Read moreDetailsBig changes are coming to 2 of Newport's local bus routes this October. Routes 38 and 39 will cover more of Pan and western Newport, but Riverway Industrial Estate is being dropped from the network.
Read moreDetailsShanklin Sandown Rowing Club's Bass Andre returned from Jersey with an impressive haul of 4 gold medals and a silver.
Read moreDetailsThe attraction's owls were a particular favourite...
Read moreDetailsFemale golfers from across the Isle of Wight competed for honours at Newport Golf Club in this year's Isle of Wight Ladies Golf Association Centenary AM-AM competition.
Read moreDetailsResidents from Orchard House Care Home have enjoyed a visit to the annual Jigsaw Festival at St James’ Church, continuing what has become a much-loved tradition for the home.
Read moreDetailsChief Marketing Officer of Sainsbury's, Mark Given, has made the first pedal towards an inspirational mission this morning (Friday) as he sets off to cycle 120km around the Island, stopping off at every Sainsbury's store along the way as part...
Read moreDetailsCommunity groups, organisations and businesses in Ryde still have time to apply for a share of £200,000 in grant funding.
Read moreDetailsIsle of Wight residents are being urged to check whether they are eligible for a Blue Badge before applying after a rise in unsuccessful applications.
Read moreDetailsThe Isle of Wight attraction is calling on Islanders to get behind them before the public vote closes later this month.
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