You can share different types of local stories on Nircle neighbors as a citizen journalist.
1. Community Events:
Coverage of local festivals, fairs, and cultural events.
Reports on school events, sports, and other community activities.
Updates on local initiatives or charity drives.
2. Local Politics:
Elections and political campaigns.
Local government meetings, decisions, and policies.
Interviews with local politicians, council members, and candidates.
Reports on municipal issues such as zoning laws, taxes, and city planning.
3. Crime and Public Safety:
Updates on local crime incidents.
Reports on police activity, emergency services, and public safety initiatives.
Coverage of community meetings focused on neighborhood safety.
5. Local Business and Economy:
Reports on small businesses, new store openings, and business closures.
Coverage of local economic development, job growth, or losses.
News about local markets, farmers' markets, and business fairs.
Impact of government policies on the local economy.
6. Traffic and Transportation:
Updates on road conditions, construction, and traffic delays.
Reports on public transportation developments, schedules, and changes.
Coverage of local infrastructure improvements or problems.
7. Real Estate and Development:
Reports on housing market trends, property prices, and new developments.
Updates on zoning laws, neighborhood expansions, and building permits.
Coverage of local property issues or housing shortages.
8. Environment and Sustainability:
Reports on local environmental issues, such as pollution, recycling, and conservation efforts.
News about sustainability initiatives, green spaces, and community gardens.
9. Health and Wellness:
Updates on local healthcare services, hospitals, and clinics.
Reports on public health campaigns, vaccination drives, and wellness programs.
Coverage of fitness events, local gyms, and mental health resources.
10. Culture and Lifestyle:
Stories about local artists, musicians, writers, and other creatives.
Reports on the food scene, including new restaurant openings, food trucks, and local cuisine.
Coverage of local fashion trends, cultural heritage, and traditions.
11. Sports:
Updates on local sports teams, leagues, and tournaments.
Coverage of high school and youth sports, recreational leagues, and community sports events.
Interviews with local athletes and coaches.
12. Weather and Natural Disasters:
Real-time updates on local weather conditions, forecasts, and alerts.
Coverage of natural disasters like storms, floods, or droughts.
Reports on the impact of weather events on the community.
13. Arts and Entertainment:
Coverage of local theater performances, concerts, and art exhibitions.
Interviews with local artists, musicians, and filmmakers.
Reviews of movies, plays, and shows happening in the area.
14. Local History and Heritage:
Stories about local historical sites, landmarks, and heritage projects.
Interviews with historians or local community leaders preserving history.
Reports on efforts to maintain or restore historical buildings and areas.
Best Practices for Local Stories
The headline or title should be clear, complete, and concise, ideally under 20 words.
Headlines should be written in title or sentence case, without excessive use of emojis, all caps, or unnecessary typographical emphasis.
Articles should be at least 150 words, with the exception of breaking news.
Each article must include a clear lede image, and videos should have a thumbnail image.
All images and videos should be directly relevant to the article's content.
Every photo must include a caption with proper credit to the photographer or licensor.
Articles should include a byline with the writer's name, preferably at the top.
Videos must include clear production credits.
We do not permit the following types of contents
Misleading Formats or Edits:
False Quotes in Headlines: Headlines that include quotes not found or attributed within the article body.
Clickbait Titles: Headlines or titles that withhold key information or use exaggerated, sensational language to drive clicks.
Manipulated Media: Digitally altered videos or images meant to obscure facts or distort information.
Deepfakes: Any form of deepfake content.
Sponsored or branded content without disclosure using the words “Sponsored” “Ad” or “Paid” at the top of/ beginning of the piece of content
Promotional or advertising pieces created directly by a brand
Deceptive Links: Content containing links to unrelated or misleading websites, or that encourages accidental or inflated clickthroughs.
Anonymous Articles: Articles published without a clear byline.
Unlabeled Satire: Satirical news stories that are not clearly marked as such.
Fictional Content: Wholly fictional pieces, except in cases where editorial coverage includes newsworthy excerpts.