“Bob’s not leaving because the paper is going away. Stay tuned for the paper’s next moves. Editor. News, arts, and dining coverage for Oakland, Berkeley and the greater East Bay. He was approached by someone he respects … who offered a much better-paying job and he has two kids to put through college, so he wisely accepted,” Buel said. To spend a career criticizing people in public service for not doing more, but then when given a chance to do more myself, I’d take a pass?”. Nope. Personal news: After 23-plus years, I’m leaving journalism. We’re exploring how we’re going to replace him and staff up in the weeks to come. “Would I choose to remain on the sidelines as a Monday-morning quarterback? 13/, But with the recent adverse court decision against the paper, both a sale and the prospect of outside investment were suddenly off the table. Buel said Tuesday … 32 talking about this. In a series of tweets Tuesday evening, Robert Gammon said he would leave the East Bay Express on Feb. 8 for a position as a policy adviser and communications director for state Sen. Nancy Skinner (D-Berkeley), after taking stock of his own interest in issues he said he had sought to pursue during more than two decades in journalism. “People know it’s an essential resource for the East Bay. David Bienenstock, a High Times Medical Cannabis magazine editor, Santa Cruz resident, and friend of Legalization Nation, has released a new e-book titled (taking deep breath) Legalized It! Maintaining a sustainable local news operation is very challenging these days,” Gammon said in part. Editorial: We must save our democracy from the COVID-19 pandemic, COVID-19 shows why Californians should complete Census, Coronavirus cartoons: Trump, Biden discuss COVID-19 in call, Friedman: What America needs next: A Biden national unity cabinet, laying off nearly its entire editorial staff, ‘I-5 Strangler’ killed in prison; victims included Walnut Creek and Pittsburg women. CEO/Executive Editor: Dan Pulcrano. Published since 1978 on the east shores of the San Francisco Bay Area, the Express features original local news reporting and coverage of events, music, arts and restaurants in Oakland, Berkeley, Alameda and other parts of the vibrant East Bay, a cultural epicenter of Northern California. All Access Digital offer for just 99 cents! “We are figuring out how we’re going to process his departure, which is not going to put an end to what we do. Shooting victim found dead on Concord roadway, Bay Area’s top federal prosecutor is out of office, answering President Biden widespread call for Trump-appointed U.S. I knew I could only go to work for a public official who is not only fighting the good fight on progressive issues, but also is someone of integrity. Oakland, Berkeley, And East Bay News, Events, Restaurants, Music, & Arts 12/, You might remember that 10 months ago, I took a sabbatical from news to pursue funding models for the Express. East Bay Express publisher Stephen Buel, who returned to the paper this month after a hiatus, served as editor from 2001 to 2010. Columnists and Critics : Dan Savage , Kelly Vance. ( 1978-10) Website. 4/, I’ve thought to myself, what if a politician or public official who I respect, who is on the right side of issues, offered me a chance to help effect actual change – to be part of an effort to create or reform laws to make our lives and planet better? Dan Pulcrano. Gammon, a long-time investigative reporter for the Express, will handle the news operations of the paper, and Richards, formerly the Express’ managing editor, will oversee arts, culture, food, and music. Should I say something about what I saw? Sorry, your blog cannot share posts by email. Founded. Attention Freelance Writers! Is this the end of single-family zoning in the Bay Area? “I’ve thought to myself, what if a politician or public official who I respect, who is on the right side of issues, offered me a chance to help effect actual change – to be part of an effort to create or reform laws to make our lives and planet better?” Gammon tweeted in part. All rights reserved. East Bay Express publisher Stephen Buel, who returned to the paper this month after a hiatus, served as editor from 2001 to 2010. My last day at editor of the Express and senior editor of the magazines will be Feb. 8. Josh Koehn. 27 talking about this. Effective *Feb. 11*, I’ll be a policy advisor/communications director for @NancySkinnnerCA, — Robert Gammon (@RobertGammon) January 30, 2019, For some of you, this news might come as a surprise. 25 talking about this. Editor@EastBayExpress.com Find Stories by Editor. Finally, I want to give a shout out to all the terrific people with whom I’ve worked over the years. News, arts, and dining coverage for Oakland, Berkeley and the greater East Bay. 32 talking about this. That unfortunate development, in turn, led to the recent heart-breaking layoffs. News, arts, and dining coverage for Oakland, Berkeley and the greater East Bay. And if so, wouldn’t that be hypocritical? News, arts, and dining coverage for Oakland, Berkeley and the greater East Bay. Gammon praised Skinner’s recent policy successes and approaches to legislation and addressing of key issues as a key part of his own decision, before mentioning the predicament of Express and owner Telegraph Media’s other publications. www .eastbayexpress .com. Stay tuned for the paper’s next moves.”. He’s just about the best reporter in the East Bay and it’s really sad to see him go.”. But recently, I came to a different conclusion. But I’ve also increasingly wondered lately whether writing and editing news stories was enough — especially at a time when local journalism has become so hard to pull off. 15/. Associate Editors: Steven Tavares. Founded. There are far too many of them to name here. OAKLAND — The editor of the East Bay’s alternative weekly newspaper, its future in doubt since laying off nearly its entire editorial staff earlier this month, plans to leave journalism to work for a prominent East Bay state senator. Copyright © 2021 Weeklys. 39 talking about this. Associate Editors : Steven Tavares. News, arts, and dining coverage for Oakland, Berkeley and the greater East Bay. 30 talking about this. Find events » Saved Stories. Oakland, Berkeley, And East Bay News, Events, Restaurants, Music, & Arts The East Bay Express laid off nearly its entire editorial staff this week in a blow to the alternative weekly, which has been a pillar in the community for four decades. I stepped down as columnist in 2018 during the controversy.) In fact, I thought for years myself that I would be one of those journalists who would die as his desk, working on the news of the day. Post was not sent - check your email addresses! “He leaves big shoes to fill, and I have the utmost respect. www .eastbayexpress .com. October 1978; 42 years ago. Maintaining a sustainable local news operation is very challenging these days. Advertising, Editorial, Sales, Production, Circulation & Business. To spend a career criticizing people in public service for not doing more, but then when given a chance to do more myself, I’d take a pass? News, arts, and dining coverage for Oakland, Berkeley and the greater East Bay. A UC Berkeley alumni magazine is reporting that the San Francisco Chronicle‘s editor sent an email prohibiting newsroom staff from attending this Saturday’s Women’s March. Buel said Tuesday the departure does not signal a downturn for the Express. Miss Manners: I mistakenly opened my neighbor’s mail. And she’s been a champion of small businesses and of increasing the state’s dependence on solar power. None. “They will continue to produce important journalism. East Bay Express Menu Search Editor. Find places » Saved Events. His first newspaper job was as a Washington Post paperboy. Sorry, but the page you are looking for doesn't exist. 10/, So effective Feb. 11, I will be honored to join team @NancySkinnerCA, As for the East Bay Express, Oakland & Alameda magazines, and The East Bay Monthly, they will carry on. Dan Pulcrano. Editor: Daedalus Howell , D. Scot Miller. Nada. Off work, he enjoys playing in bands, busking and karaoke. Get Morning Report and other email newsletters. 2/, For the past two decades, especially as a columnist, I’ve spent a considerable amount of time criticizing public officials for their decisions, of not doing enough to fight climate change, create housing, protect tenants, and reform our criminal justice system. The East Bay’s alt weekly. In mid-January, Gammon had to inform staff of the paper’s decision to lay off its editorial staff, after losing a lawsuit filed by Terry Furry, its former sales and marketing director who argued he was illegally denied overtime pay. Phone: 510-879-3700. The East Bay Express is an Oakland -based weekly newspaper serving the Berkeley, Oakland and East Bay region of the San Francisco Bay Area. 5/, Would I choose to remain on the sidelines as a Monday-morning quarterback? Dear Abby: He’s upset by the bride’s grooming request, California homeowners association: ‘Repaint that $23,000 garage door!’, Missing Fremont teen found dead inside car in ravine, California driver busted for using realistic dummy in carpool lane. But they will need your help. Over time, I came to the conclusion that the paper needed capital investment, wealthier ownership, or perhaps a different business model. But they will need your help. People know it’s an essential resource for the East Bay. 7/, During her time in office, @NancySkinnerCA has been leader on environmental issues, housing for all, and criminal justice reform – the very issues that I’m most passionate about, the ones I’ve pursued more than any other during my journalism career. He has worked as an online coordinator and, before that, a copy editor and page designer for Bay Area-based newspapers and magazines. Attorneys to resign. What's hardest to believe about Justin Berton's wretched article The Qigong Kid (1/28/2004) is that in seven pages, Berton couldn't find space for even a single quote from a skeptic. George Kelly is a breaking news reporter for the Bay Area News Group. 3/, I got into journalism in order to effect change, to create a positive impact. The East Bay Express announced today the appointment of Robert Gammon and Kathleen Richards as co-editors of the newspaper. And I sincerely hope that the East Bay will step up and rally to the Express’ side. Letter to the Editor of East Bay Express Appeared on 2/11/2004 under the tagline "Regressing to the Middle Ages" . Editor. | East Bay Express Send all pitches to Editor@EastBayExpress.com with the subject line "FREELANCE PITCH." 8/, Last year, Skinner authored two of the most significant criminal justice reform measures in recent memory: SB 1421, the police misconduct transparency law, and SB 1437, which overhauled the state’s draconian and unfair felony-murder rule. Apache/2.4.38 (Debian) Server at www.eastbayexpress.com Port 443 Oakland, Berkeley, And East Bay News, Events, Restaurants, Music, & Arts Editor leaves troubled East Bay Express for…, Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window), Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window), Click to email this to a friend (Opens in new window), California launches new COVID-19 vaccine system. 1 Review; 103 Comments; Favorite Places. In response to how the East Bay Express might fit into the East Bay's media landscape, ... (Full disclosure: I worked as an Express editor, columnist and freelance contributor at different times between 2012-2018. 6/, Of course, I knew I couldn’t leave journalism for just any public service job. And if so, wouldn’t that be hypocritical? And I sincerely hope that the East Bay will step up and rally to the Express’ side. October 1978; 42 years ago. Metro Publishing Inc., purchased East Bay Express By Lynda Carson - March 24, 2020 Metro Publishing Inc., incorporated on 9/12/1983 and owned by Dan Pulcrano of San Jose, has purchased the East Bay Express for an undisclosed amount. East Bay Express Editor Member since Jan 15, 2010. East Bay Express publisher resigns over racial slur scandal Mercury News, East Bay Times to face ‘significant’ layoffs East Bay Express purchased, takes on new editor in chief Founded in 1978, the Express has covered news and culture in Oakland, Berkeley and Richmond, and multiple East Bay cities. But ya’ll know how I feel: It’s been an honor and privilege to have done journalism with you. 14/https://t.co/Y6yPzF1w9L, But the Express, through its 40-year tradition of investigative journalism and coverage of the local arts and culture, food, and music scenes, has created a tremendous amount of good will in the community. What Bay Area residents should know, Editor leaves troubled East Bay Express for local politics. News, arts, and dining coverage for Oakland, Berkeley and the greater East Bay. Stats. Josh Koehn. ( 1978-10) Website. The East Bay Express is an Oakland -based weekly newspaper serving the Berkeley, Oakland and East Bay region of the San Francisco Bay Area. 9/, She’s also passed legislation to protect tenants, create more student housing, and force cities to finally deal with our housing crisis. Columnists and Critics: Dan Savage , Kelly Vance. 23 talking about this. 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