South Boston Online

https://southbostononline.com
Screenshot of the South Boston Online website
South Boston Online is a privately owned and independent community newspaper founded in 1999 to provide local news coverage for South Boston, the Boston Seaport, and the broader Boston area. The publication operates in both print and digital formats, publishing weekly throughout the year. Its reporting focuses primarily on community events, local businesses, churches, city governance, educational institutions, entertainment, and neighborhood issues affecting South Boston residents. While the publication also covers state and national issues, its editorial emphasis remains on topics directly connected to the local community. South Boston Online accepts submissions from organizations and individuals, including press releases, event listings, letters to the editor, and advertising materials, which are edited for publication according to editorial guidelines. The newspaper operates with a small staff and positions itself as an independent local information source intended to keep residents informed about neighborhood developments and activities. In addition to news coverage, South Boston Online provides advertising and promotional services for local businesses, nonprofits, and community organizations through both its print and online platforms.

Source: SembraMedia

Last updated date: September 2026

Location:
Boston, United States
Year the organization
started publishing:
2005
Languages:
English
Type of coverage:
Local
Area of coverage:
South Boston, Massachusetts, the Boston Seaport and the city of Boston.

Content

Type of content produced by theme:
Education
Politics
Technology
Lifestyle
Health and well-being
Entertainment and culture
Journalism genres:
Information services
Journalism coverage types and techniques:
Engaged, community-driven or participatory journalism
Explanatory journalism
Tech platforms and other mediums used:
Website
Social media platforms
Facebook

Management and team

Founders

Female:
1
Male:
0
Founders:
Jeanne Rooney
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

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