Celebrated for longevity, Wadena News braces for the digital era

The Wadena News’ office in Wadena, Sask. The 110-year old paper is the main source of news for the community of about 1,000. (Wadena News/Facebook)

In the wake of spotty Wi-Fi and fleeting resources, the rural independent was awarded for its community commitment.

Despite worries, police newscasts changing little about crime reporting

Toronto police Const. Victor Kwong, left, and spokeswoman Meaghan Gray in a Nov. 2, 2017 episode of TPS News. (Toronto Police Service/YouTube)

When Toronto police announced they’d “correct the record” with daily broadcasts via YouTube, local reporters were concerned it would affect information access.

Fates uncertain for digital archives of papers closed in the Postmedia-Torstar deal

Websites for the shuttered papers now redirect to Postmedia or Metroland sites for the same region. (Screenshot/Norfolk News)

Last month, Torstar and Postmedia shuttered more than 30 local newspapers. Some reporters have lost their portfolios, as well as their jobs.

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