In Plymouth, a clash between a news startup and town officials over daily reporting - The Boston Globe

In Plymouth, a clash between a news startup and town officials over daily reporting - The Boston Globe

As new outlets revive coverage in their cities and towns, the case in Plymouth shows how some public officials, not accustomed to the scrutiny that comes with a local watchdog, can react.

‘Honest reporting is not distasteful’ - Plymouth Independent

Plymouth Independent articles have awakened in me a feeling of belonging to a town, a community. Thank you and other PI reporters, especially Fred Thys, for your doing your job. I have realized while reading PI articles is that I am proud to live here. Honest reporting is not distasteful, but it does contribute to fostering democracy. Compromise such as facilitated by the meetings organized by Kevin Canty maintains a healthy community. Gag order…