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4 Mar

How local is hyperlocal?

In the blog Hyperlocalist,  Jennifer Deseo shares some powerful insights by Steve Safran about the definition of hyperlocal. For some, it is niche sites and neighbourhoods. Yet, for others, it […]

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4 Mar

Newspaper websites most trust for local news

Despite the notion the Internet is a world-wide platform delivering news to a global audience, it is still a local perspective that matters most. This is why the hyperlocal news […]

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4 Mar

Sage advice from a hyperlocal expert

Hyperlocal expert Griff Wigley has successfully operated a hyperlocal website and built online communities for many years in the United Kingdom and the U.S. Here is an interview where he […]

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3 Mar

Another take on defining hyperlocal journalism?

What Is Hyperlocal Journalism View more presentations from tish_grier.

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3 Mar

Hyperlocal news in Canada: a J-Source project

Over the coming weeks J-Source Innovation editor Robert Washburn, will highlight articles, blogs, resources, links and other materials to enhance understanding of hyperlocal journalism and assist those interested in starting […]

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2 Mar

Corus applies for local TV licence

Corus Entertainment has applied to the Canadian Radio-Television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) for a licence for a local television network with channels planned for 64 cities across Canada, Broadcaster reports. […]

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12 Feb

The journalist’s buzz on Google Buzz

New technology does not always mean a new tool for journalists. Maria Conde looks at Google Buzz and its impact on journalists for editor’s weblog. “This new networking tool that […]

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12 Feb

Vancouver Olympics can help hyperlocal websites grow

Online Journalism Review’s David Chase argues hyperlocal news sites can benefit from national or international events taking place inside your community. “Hyperlocal sites, by definition, are focused on their local […]

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5 Feb

Talk on social media by Professor Alfred Hermida

UBC professor Alfred Hermida made a presentation at the CAJ Innovate conference in Toronto on social media principles and practice.View the slides here and check out Hermida’s blog, Reportr.net. Social […]

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5 Feb

Visual Thinking and the Writing Process presentation from Ryan Coleman

Innovate News Conference speaker Rya Coleman made a version of his presentation on Jan. 30 in Toronto. Watch the presentation here and check out Coleman’s website. Visual Thinking & The […]

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