Web readers tapped to bolster local news

According to The Sydney Morning Herald, Web news search site Topix, owned by three top US newspaper publishers on Monday will begin recruiting users to report local news that traditional outlets do not sufficiently cover in a bid for more readers.

"Registered readers will be able to submit news to the site from their computers and mobile phones. The service is the latest attempt to engage "citizen journalists" and expand on local news offered by city and small town newspapers."

emily | 8:42 AM | News, Buzz |
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