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19 years in post and I feel like I’m still just getting started
19 years in post and I feel like I’m still just getting started
At the Sports Journalists’ Association annual awards, Carlisle News & Star Carlisle United writer Jon Colman won the regional journalist…
Behind Local News
Apr 21
Hyperlocal website’s new newspaper set to continue — and grow distribution
Hyperlocal website’s new newspaper set to continue — and grow distribution
A fortnightly newspaper launched by a hyperlocal news website is set to continue after its trial run was deemed a huge success.
Behind Local News
Apr 21
BBC ‘trying to brush local radio cuts under the carpet’ claim MPs
BBC ‘trying to brush local radio cuts under the carpet’ claim MPs
The BBC has been accused of trying to downplay the impact swingeing cuts to local radio have had on listeners, with MPs saying it was…
Behind Local News
Apr 18
Edinburgh Minute founder plans London launch after going fulltime with daily newsletter
Edinburgh Minute founder plans London launch after going fulltime with daily newsletter
A daily newsletter which aims to give readers the lowdown in what’s happening in a city is set to expand after its editor attracted enough…
Behind Local News
Apr 20
Is the news industry missing out on £1.9bn from platforms in the UK?
Is the news industry missing out on £1.9bn from platforms in the UK?
The International Festival of Journalism is taking place in Perugia, Italy this week. Thanks to live streaming of sessions, we’re keeping…
Behind Local News
Apr 20
Trio of Yorkshire Post photographers dominate Press Awards category with stunning images
Trio of Yorkshire Post photographers dominate Press Awards category with stunning images
A trio of Yorkshire Post photographers demonstrated the truth of the phrase “a picture is worth a thousand words” as they dominated their…
Behind Local News
Apr 20
Respected regional media duo team up
Respected regional media duo team up
Two former senior regional media executives have combined their expertise to offer a wider range of opportunities to clients and potential…
Behind Local News
Apr 22
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Behind Local News Weekly: The story behind a record nine wins for Jon Colman at the Sports…
Behind Local News Weekly: The story behind a record nine wins for Jon Colman at the Sports…
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Apr 21
Behind Local News Weekly: Looking back to create a bright future — a winning recipe
Behind Local News Weekly: Looking back to create a bright future — a winning recipe
Inside the success of the Impartial Reporter. Plus jobs, news roundup, Writer’s Block and things to celebrate in local news
Behind Local News
Apr 14
Behind Local News Weekly: The newsrooms giving Gen Z a voice beyond TikTok
Behind Local News Weekly: The newsrooms giving Gen Z a voice beyond TikTok
Plus: the Weeklies which are anthing but weak, and how the best journalism advice can stand the test of time
Behind Local News
Apr 7
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