Screenshot of the Jamaica Plain News website
Jamaica Plain News is an independent online publication focused on covering the Jamaica Plain neighborhood of Boston, Massachusetts. The outlet reports on local news, including public safety, housing, education, local government, and community events. It operates as a neighborhood-level platform that combines original reporting with community updates, aiming to inform residents about issues that directly affect their daily lives. The publication emphasizes consistent coverage of hyperlocal topics that are often not covered in depth by larger regional media outlets. In addition to reporting, Jamaica Plain News functions as a community information hub, publishing announcements, event listings, and updates from local organizations. Its content is primarily digital, allowing for timely updates and accessibility for residents. The outlet is led by a small team, with a focus on maintaining regular news output and engagement with the community it serves. Its model reflects a broader trend in local journalism toward independent, digitally native publications addressing gaps in neighborhood-level coverage.

Source: SembraMedia

Last updated date: September 2026

Location:
Boston, United States
Year the organization
started publishing:
2014
Languages:
English
Type of coverage:
Hyperlocal
Area of coverage:
Jamaica Plain, Boston, Massachusetts

Content

Type of content produced by theme:
Education
Environment
Politics
Health and well-being
Entertainment and culture
Law and crime
Entrepreneurship
Economy and finance
Journalism genres:
Interviews and reporting
Information services
Journalism coverage types and techniques:
Breaking news
Live coverage of events
Engaged, community-driven or participatory journalism
Tech platforms and other mediums used:
Website
Newsletter
Social media platforms
Twitter
Facebook

Management and team

Founders

Female:
0
Male:
1
Founders:
David Ertischek
Directors:

Team

Full-time employees:
0
Part-time employees:
0
Freelancers or consultants:
0
Volunteers:
0

Business structure and revenue sources

Organization tax status:
For-profit
The primary source of revenue reported by media leaders:
Advertising

Why is this profile included?

This media outlet is part of our directory because it meets SembraMedia’s inclusion criteria: it produces original content, serves the public interest, and works with independence and transparency. This profile was developed using information provided directly by the media outlet, through surveys or interviews. We aim to keep the information current, but SembraMedia does not guarantee its accuracy or completeness, and recommends verifying any key details with the media organization.

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