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Editor- Local News Job at Newspapers of New England in Peterborough

Editor- Local News Job at Newspapers of New England in Peterborough

MediabistroPeterborough, NH, United States
18 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Overview

The Monadnock Ledger-Transcript is hiring a motivated, community-minded Editor to help lead our award-winning newsroom serving the Monadnock region of New Hampshire. You’ll guide daily coverage, elevate enterprise reporting, and collaborate with a small, talented team using modern print and digital tools. We publish twice weekly in print and update our website throughout the week.

What You’ll Do

  • Shape coverage : Plan and edit daily stories; set priorities and keep the content calendar on track.
  • Elevate reporting : Coach reporters, polish copy, sharpen headlines, and uphold standards for accuracy, fairness, and clarity.
  • Own key moments : Lead in-depth packages on elections, town meeting season, schools, business, and community issues.
  • Drive digital : Post to web, write alerts, and collaborate on infographics, photo galleries, and simple interactives.
  • Reporting : Jump on breaking news and produce weekly news / feature bylines.

What Makes You a Great Fit

  • Strong news judgment and line-editing chops; comfort working fast without losing precision.
  • Organized, calm under deadline, and curious about how local decisions affect people’s lives.
  • Editor-level experience in a newsroom. (Reporters ready to step up are also encouraged to apply.)
  • Familiarity with CMS workflows, WordPress, basic analytics, and AP style.
  • Why the Ledger-Transcript

  • Recently named Best Newspaper in New Hampshire, with a long tradition of award-winning local journalism (NHPA & NENPA).
  • Part of Newspapers of New England, the region’s largest family-owned newspaper group—stable ownership, collaborative peers, and room to grow.
  • Salary : $45,000-$50,000, plus competitive benefits.
  • Live and work in one of New England’s most scenic areas with vibrant arts, outdoor recreation, and welcoming towns.
  • To apply

    Email your résumé, a brief cover letter, and 4-6 clips to Publisher Heather McKernan at hmckernan@ledgertranscript.com .

    We value diverse perspectives and encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

    Salary / Compensation : $45,000 - $50,000 per year

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