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Bristol journalist witnesses ‘best of city’ as people step in to stop far-right protesters
Bristol journalist witnesses ‘best of city’ as people step in to stop far-right protesters
A reporter has described how he saw the best of his home city as he witnessed people responding with kindness to far-right protests.
Behind Local News
Aug 7
Fear on the streets of Sunderland — one reporter’s story of a dreadful night
Fear on the streets of Sunderland — one reporter’s story of a dreadful night
A reporter has described the shame he felt when he saw rioters causing havoc in his home city.
Behind Local News
Aug 6
“Shame on those who perpetuate the myths” — Echo editor’s anger as tragedy used to fuel hatred in…
“Shame on those who perpetuate the myths” — Echo editor’s anger as tragedy used to fuel hatred in…
The editor of the Liverpool Echo has spoken of the pride she feels for her team’s determination to serve the local community after a week…
Behind Local News
Aug 4
Journalist’s first hand account of Liverpool violence — and the questions it posed
Journalist’s first hand account of Liverpool violence — and the questions it posed
A journalist has described her horror at protests in the city she called home — after witnessing people bringing their children to a…
Behind Local News
Aug 4
“For a moment, the whole city was falling victim to violence”
“For a moment, the whole city was falling victim to violence”
A reporter has shared with readers how a need for butter to complete a cookie recipe led to her witnessing rioting across Liverpool.
Behind Local News
Aug 7
“Witnessing a small group of people tearing its community to shreds makes your heart sink”
“Witnessing a small group of people tearing its community to shreds makes your heart sink”
A reporter who witnessed violence on the streets of Hartlepool has told readers how his experience will live long in the memory.
Behind Local News
Aug 7
Front pages focus on hope and good deeds after days of riots
Front pages focus on hope and good deeds after days of riots
After the riots comes the … hope.
Behind Local News
Aug 6
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Behind Local News Weekly: Taking the fight against misinformation to readers — and why we did it
Behind Local News Weekly: Taking the fight against misinformation to readers — and why we did it
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Behind Local News Weekly: How the new Government can help local media
Behind Local News Weekly: How the new Government can help local media
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