freelancemarket.co.nz is reporting that it has now emerged that in a local media assessment carried out prior to the decision, Ofcom warned that blocking the deal could lead to both KMG and KRNM ceasing to operate altogether.

The possibility that Thanet might loose it's newspapers due not so much to finical issues but to poor adaptability was first raised over three years ago. If this is the case then the importance of news sites such as Thanet News Network and a number of leading Thanet blogs may significantly increase. This importance will not only be to provide local people with local news but to create a forum where local businesses can promote their services.

As such seeing at least some form of ongoing reporting may be vital to Thanet's recovery. That is where Thanet News Network (TNN) comes in. TNN is a community funded project whose first full month was fully paid for by the you the reader. Of course we still need to see this month paid for and we welcome contributions.

Sites like this are becoming all the more important in reporting local news that matters. Soon we could be all that's left.

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