Fig City News

Fig City News is a free, online community newspaper based in Newton, Massachusetts. It was founded in 2022 to provide local news coverage and information about community events. The outlet operates as a nonprofit organization and relies on a mix of volunteer contributors and a small leadership team. The publication focuses on reporting that is based on verifiable facts and aims to provide fair coverage of local issues. Its content includes news articles, event listings, opinion pieces, and community submissions. Fig City News encourages participation from residents, who can contribute story ideas, articles, and letters to the editor. Editorial decisions are made by an internal committee, and submissions are reviewed for accuracy, relevance, and adherence to content guidelines. The organization is a member of LION Publishers and follows its standards for independent, local, and digital-first journalism. It has established policies on corrections, conflicts of interest, and funding transparency. Fig City News is funded through donations and grants, with plans to potentially include sponsorships or advertising. It states that funding sources do not influence editorial decisions.