On my birthday, May 2, I launched my own local news site, www.thelocalinsidernews.com, with no backup plan and no one helping me sell ads. 75 or so days later, it has become a model for local news in these changing times.

I just discovered a new local news source for northern RI: thelocalinsidernews.com It was founded by Ethan Shorey (@thestoryshorey.bsky.social), former editor of the Valley Breeze. It's worth checking out.

Ray Nuñez shares his thoughts after yesterday's loss for Mexico. thelocalinsidernews.com/on-mexico-th...

When I started as president of the Rhode Island Press Association in 2021, membership was declining and we were losing money. Today our accounts have more than doubled and membership is way up. thelocalinsidernews.com/shorey-re-el...

Starting today! thelocalinsidernews.com/record-69-co...

What a terrible tragedy unfolding in Pawtucket. A fundraiser has been set up to support family of the victims. thelocalinsidernews.com/police-searc...

1st, 2nd, and 3rd. Staying in journalism was never a question for me. It's what I love, it's what I'm good at, and telling the stories of the communities that I live in is what I want to do forever. Nights like last night aren't why I do it, but the recognition does provide some validation.

Congratulations @phileil.bsky.social who took 1st place in feature in-depth reporting at RI Press Association’s annual awards tonight for this story of a New Hampshire man’s ordeal in immigration custody at the Wyatt. rhodeislandcurrent.com/2025/06/16/h...

Folks in Cumberland are anxiously awaiting this project. thelocalinsidernews.com/work-happeni...

Some recognizable names have joined the board at United Way. thelocalinsidernews.com/united-way-a...

Another hot topic. Here's the traffic enforcement debate in Woonsocket from all angles. thelocalinsidernews.com/woonsocket-c...

The bears are preparing to take back the land. thelocalinsidernews.com/bear-sightin...

The new train station has sparked a housing boom unlike any ever seen in Pawtucket. thelocalinsidernews.com/pawtucket-pl...

Sometimes you just let the story do the talking.

Phil Gould launches his campaign for re-election, highlighting his long career serving the town of Lincoln in multiple capacities. thelocalinsidernews.com/gould-announ...

Latino Summer fest is this weekend in Pawtucket. Talia Reiss wrote two versions of this story. thelocalinsidernews.com/pawtucket-la...

Check out the festive scenes from Thursday's event in Providence. thelocalinsidernews.com/tartan-army-... @tartanarmy.bsky.social

The Diocese still hasn't responded to this. You can blame me all you want, but everyone would love to hear your side. thelocalinsidernews.com/pawtucket-so...

A rough night for two Dem incumbents Local @ridemparty.bsky.social chairs voted to endorse Foulkes for gov and Xay for LG, snubbing McKee and Matos (just as they did in 2022; both still won) No endorsement for AG, but @keithhoffmann.bsky.social says he got the most votes wpri.com/news/electio...

My apologies in advance for the headline. Sorry not sorry. thelocalinsidernews.com/neighbors-of...

Here's my story on Cumberland residents' concerns about a pipeline expansion. thelocalinsidernews.com/cumberland-r...

Housing proposed in Lincoln. thelocalinsidernews.com/proposal-exp...

OK people, you know what we need to do. Let's help save a local bookstore. thelocalinsidernews.com/help-save-pa...

No gonna lie, I love this stuff. thelocalinsidernews.com/nasa-confirm...

Gendron running in Woonsocket. thelocalinsidernews.com/gendron-anno...

Hot take: Skip The Real Housewives of RI—your local council meeting is where the real drama is.

Community entrepreneurs are the best, bravest, most important people in the world right now.

In case you missed it, I'm starting my own local news company, one I'm hoping will set a standard for hyperlocal digital startups. I'm thankful for how well received it's been this first week. If you feel the urge to be part of it, here's the link: thelocalinsidernews.com

New at Media Nation: The Washington Star is back, and so is the Allbritton family's long-running rivalry with The Washington Post. An excerpt from my 2018 book, "The Return of the Moguls." #journalism dankennedy.net/2026/04/17/t...

I’m delighted to announce the launch of The Local Insider. I love telling stories that matter, and I want to keep doing it as an independent local news source. If you see this as worthwhile, please consider a one-time or regular contribution to the effort. And share! thelocalinsidernews.com

Behind the Story: @thestoryshorey.bsky.social talks to Dan McGowan + me about his decision to leave The Valley Breeze after 20 years. Also, some hints at what's coming next. Shoutouts + full episode --> www.wpri.com/behindthesto...

I mean, it's not totally false. #savealifeeatacookie @ribloodcenter.bsky.social

Day one of not having to deal with anonymous racist internet comments has been everything I expected it to be. 🔥

I mean every word.

Long live local news, in any form. www.valleybreeze.com/opinion/loca...

This is pretty cool. I'm old enough to remember when many facilities like this would be content to just let members sit all day watching TV. www.valleybreeze.com/news/living-...

I'm just trying to get to my car.

Hello, friends! My little dudes are selling wreaths again this year. These are beautiful 14-inch ones that the scouts make by hand and then deliver to your door. Sales help them go to camp next summer, where they'll continue to grow as responsible and skilled humans.

Stand up against racist evil. www.valleybreeze.com/opinion/stan...

This is the life.

Just say Nor'easter, and Dave's Market automatically looks like this.

Folks at Rhode Island FC say they are very happy with attendance for their first year on the Pawtucket waterfront.

Pawtucket has always been about so much more than the PawSox and Hasbro, despite outsiders portraying it that way. There are amazing and thriving companies everywhere, often hidden behind old mill walls, but doing big things.

One of my favorite views in Pawtucket.

Give blood. That is all. @ribloodcenter.bsky.social