Newspaper Publishing

Feature Writer: John Seidenberg
Newspapers are going through the most dramatic transformations in memory and here you will read about its history, biographies of award-winning reporters, overviews of the industry, trends and opportunities and the impact of digital communication.
For aspiring and experienced news reporters, there will be information about how they can transfer their skills and talents from print into digital newspapers. Inspiring actual stories about women reporters, such as Ida M. Tarbell and men like Sunny Reston, who provided the guides to ethical newspaper reporting.
You will be taken behind the scenes of newspaper publishing, from the days of the linotype, to hot presses, and finally computers and the internet.
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John Seidenberg
Nov 14, 2009
Top Management Shakeup at Washington Times
In: Newspaper Industry
Uncertainty surrounds the Washington Times after executive firings and the unexplained resignation of the executive editor. The paper says business as usual continues.
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Nov 7, 2009
Newspapers Consider Charging for Online Content
In: Newspaper Industry
Some in journalism think newspapers must start charging to view their articles online. Papers already have begun experimenting with pay models to see readers' reaction.
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Oct 28, 2009
New York Times Goes Local — in San Francisco
In: Newspaper Industry
The New York Times new local San Francisco edition will be followed by a similar venture in Chicago. Papers in both cities await the competitive impact of these moves.
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Oct 24, 2009
Report Outlines Proposals to Revive Newspapers
In: Newspaper Journalism
Financial incentives and government fees, with foundation and university support, are part of the model for newspapers envisioned in a report on restructuring journalism.
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Oct 22, 2009
Los Angeles Times Veteran Jack Nelson Dead at 80
In: Newspaper Journalism
Jack Nelson's career at the Los Angeles Times spanned over 35 years. He covered civil rights, Watergate among breaking stories and led the paper to national prominence.
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Oct 10, 2009
Chicago Sun-Times Makes Big Contract Concessions
In: Newspaper Industry
Chicago Sun-Times workers agreeing to accept pay cuts and lose guarantees reflects a dilemma for newspaper unions. They are promoting concessions to prolong employment.
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Oct 7, 2009
Wash. Post Ends One News Service, Begins Another
In: Newspaper Industry
The Washington Post and Los Angeles Times end their 47-year news sharing service, as both join forces with new partners. The Post is now teaming with Bloomberg News.
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Oct 2, 2009
Washington Post Unveils New Twitter Use Policy
In: Newspaper Journalism
New Washington Post rules on Twitter differentiate between professional use of the tool versus communications that could raise questions about reporters' objectivity.
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