Ex-T&G employee raising funds for newspaper startup
A former Telegram and Gazette employee is looking to online fundraiser KickStarter to fund a Worcester newspaper that will be available online and in print.
Worcester Media Partners has named its paper the Worcester Sun. The new publication will encompass online content as well as a Sunday print edition, according to a statement from the company.
The company was co-founded by Mark Henderson, former online director of the Telegram & Gazette. The paper would emphasize community journalism, challenging officials and exploring issues that matter to readers, he said in the statement.
“The Sun will be the first news startup in the nation to launch with a paid Sunday newspaper. We recognize that this is a huge undertaking, but we believe the community is ready for this approach,” Henderson said.
The company is seeking funds through a KickStarter.com page. Currently, 15 backers had pledged $1,415 towards the business’ goal of $150,000 by March 1. According to KickStarter rules, the project will only be funded if the goal is met within the timeframe.
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