Report for America opens newsroom applications, expands opportunity to hire more journalists
The deadline for news organizations interested in partnering with Report for America to host emerging and experienced journalists in their newsrooms is Sept. 30.
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Four newspapers in New England selected for second cohort of LMA Lab for Journalism...
In late August, the Local Media Association announced the 20 news organizations that will participate in the second cohort of its Lab for Journalism...
Last minute Radically Rural ticket discount for NENPA members
Radically Rural has extended the ticket offer for NENPA members through the end of next week September 17, 2021. Use the promo code NENPA...
How Local Newsrooms Can Better Connect with Conservative and Right-Leaning Audiences
The Center for Media Engagement partnered with Trusting News and 27 local newsrooms to find out how news organizations can help bridge the divide...
Perspective: Protect assembly and petition by preserving listening at public meetings
Two of the least-known freedoms protected by the First Amendment — the rights of assembly and petition — are being tested in today’s rancorous,...
Are you telling your own stories?
I circulated a column celebrating community newspapers earlier this year in recognition of Sunshine Week. Its publication prompted a few comments.
One reader, who hailed...
The Berkshire Eagle acquires new printing press
In a heartfelt letter to readers on August 21, Fred Rutberg, president and publisher of The Berkshire Eagle affirmed the companies commitment to the...
More than 50 publications participate in Vaccine Hesitancy Initiative with The Boston Globe
In an effort to clear up misinformation about vaccines, The Boston Globe ran a special front-page section on August 18 that comprehensively debunked myths...
Strong focus on trust is critical to future of news
Build trust or lose readers, listeners, and viewers. That’s the challenge facing news organizations these days, says a key speaker for Radically Rural’s Community...
Your help is needed to ensure passage of Local Journalism Sustainability Act
On Thursday, July 22, Senator Maria Cantwell (D-Wash.), Sen. Mark Kelly (D-Ariz.) and Sen. Ron Wyden (D-Ore.) introduced a companion bill in the U.S. Senate...