links for 2011-04-28

• Guardian Local closes | Talk About Local
  Of course the weird transatlantic Charleston being danced by Alan Rusbridger and Ariana Huffington continues. Can the world’s two great left of centre online platforms really be setting up parallel operations in each other’s backyards?
  (tags: hyperlocal tal guardianlocal huffpo)
• Guardian local:Failed experiment? | andydickinson.net
  No, I’m sure that the Guardian has learned loads and will see the benefit. I’m sure they understand how to run a crowd now. I’m sure they see the value in having someone on the ground. They must see the potential of new technology in having faster, targeted and responsive journalism. It even strengthened their brand – albeit in a passive way.
  (tags: guardianlocal local)

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