Tapinto Paterson

https://tapintopaterson.net
Screenshot of the TAPinto Paterson website
TAPinto Paterson, provides comprehensive hyperlocal coverage to Paterson residents, aiming to fill gaps left by declining traditional news outlets. The site reports on city council meetings, school board decisions, local business developments, public safety updates, and cultural events, ensuring the community stays informed about issues that directly impact daily life. Since its launch in 2020, TAPinto Paterson has employed full-time local reporters and community outreach coordinators, producing accurate and objective reporting while fostering civic engagement. Within its first year, the site generated nearly five million page views and became one of the highest revenue-generating franchises in the TAPinto network of more than 90 sites. B

Source: SembraMedia

Last updated date: September 2026

Location:
Paterson, United States
Year the organization
started publishing:
2017
Languages:
English
Type of coverage:
Local
Area of coverage:
Paterson, New Jersey

Content

Type of content produced by theme:
Education
Politics
Lifestyle
Entertainment and culture
Law and crime
Entrepreneurship
Journalism genres:
Interviews and reporting
Information services
Opinion
Journalism coverage types and techniques:
Breaking news
Solutions or constructive journalism
Engaged, community-driven or participatory journalism
Explanatory journalism
Tech platforms and other mediums used:
Website
Newsletter
Social media platforms
Facebook

Management and team

Founders

Female:
0
Male:
1
Founders:
Steve Lenox
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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