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Ten Questions: Annette Albert of W14 & SW6 London

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This is the first of what I hope will be a regular feature - answers to ten questions put to the publishers of some of the most vibrant and inspirational hyperlocal websites that are out there.  Annette Albert, who manages W14london.ning.com - 'the … [Read more...] about Ten Questions: Annette Albert of W14 & SW6 London

Content idea: feature local parks, allotments and gardens

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Try to feature some information and news about your local green spaces, be they parks, gardens or allotments. Last August Clare White wrote a blog post that featured some of Britain's garden blogs, such as the Patient Gardener’s Weblog from … [Read more...] about Content idea: feature local parks, allotments and gardens

Content idea: publish a local notice or poster

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Often local people will try to get the word out about their news, event or call for help by putting up posters in the area on places such as lampposts, bus stops and notice boards in local pubs, clubs, churches, foyers, etc. You could help bring … [Read more...] about Content idea: publish a local notice or poster

Social media fun at the fair

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On Saturday me and Mike were lucky enough to enjoy a day in the sunshine in the name of work, giving something of a mini social media surgery under a tent in a field.  We spent the day introducing people enjoying Fulham Fest to the new community … [Read more...] about Social media fun at the fair