Shore Local celebrates 8 years
From the Editor
Over the weekend, my family and I indulged in a delightful tradition—cracking open fortune cookies after enjoying a Chinese meal. My fortune struck a chord: “Success comes to those who are adaptable.” This simple phrase sparked a lively discussion at our table about who among us was the most adaptable, along with a multitude of examples that had us all laughing.
My daughter playfully noted how I adapted during my recent stay with Grandma. I began dressing and eating like her, donning velour and developing a taste for rice pudding. My mother shared her own tale of adaptation, recalling her transition from her trusty typewriter to a computer in the ’90s — a daunting change for her, yet one that ultimately benefited her.
As we settled in to watch a movie that evening, we discussed the ever-evolving movie viewing systems, reminiscing about our Blockbuster days, the DVD vending machines and then “on-demand.” Today the entire world seems to be on-demand from entertainment to multitudes of information at our fingertips. When Bob first came to me with the idea of starting a publication, he knew it would have to be on-demand, available free for pick-up for those who want a physical copy and online for those who prefer digital.
In an ever-changing world, adaptation was and remains critical. Nowhere is this more evident than in the newspaper industry. Gone are the days of bustling newsrooms and daily newspapers, printed and delivered to our driveways each morning.
As we celebrate Shore Local’s eighth anniversary this week, I reflect on the journey and all the changes along the way. Low overhead and working mobley were essential to making our dream of Shore Local possible.
Keeping our overhead low meant we did more ourselves than I ever imagined was possible. From spending all day delivering papers to writing, editing, and developing a website and social media presence. Each of those required adapting and learning – especially the latter two!
As we grew over the years, we also needed to adapt. Building a team from scratch was challenging. Infrastructure and delegation became our focus.
Thankfully, we now have an incredible team of multimedia journalists, graphic designers, digital specialists, and a superb delivery crew.
While we don’t know what the future of Shore Local will be, we know one thing; it will demand adaptation – to new systems, technology, expectations and who knows what else!
One thing is certain though. Our mission remains clear: to highlight the unique stories of our community. Our commitment to adaptability has not only helped us grow but has also prepared us for the uncertain future of media.
I extend my heartfelt thanks to you, our readers, for your ongoing support. Your feedback and engagement mean everything to us. And, of course, a special thank you to our advertisers, whose support makes this publication possible.
Here’s to celebrating eight years of Shore Local—and to the many changes and successes that lie ahead.
Peace & Love,
Cindy
