The article highlights the rise of local news outlets like Gotta Know Medford in Massachusetts, created by former journalists. After layoffs from Gannett, co-founders Chris Stevens, Wendall Waters, and Nell Coakley aimed to rebuild local journalism in their area. Their ambitions initially included diverse media formats but evolved to focus on an online platform due to logistical challenges. This initiative reflects the vital need for local news sources in communities previously underserved by traditional media.
Gotta Know Medford is part of a new wave of local news startups in Massachusetts, addressing long-standing gaps in town and city coverage.
The founders, all former journalists, realized the community's need for local news after losing their jobs during layoffs at larger news outlets.
Initially ambitious with plans for multimedia content, they ultimately focused on creating a simple yet effective online platform to serve their community.
After several setbacks and changes to their initial vision, they found a way to launch the site and meet community needs.
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