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# Albany Scanner is hiring; summer launch on target
- URL: https://www.albanyscanner.com/2026/07/02/editors-desk/albany-scanner-hiring-summer-launch/
- Published: 2026-07-02T01:43:22.000Z
- Updated: 2026-07-16T22:22:04.000Z
- Description: We're looking for freelancers and plan to start publishing in August.
- Author: Editor's desk
- Tags: Editor's desk, #articles

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A backyard jazz concert raised money for Albany Scanner in June. **Emilie Raguso*

**Update, July 16:** Our contract editor position has been filled but we are still looking for [freelance writers](https://www.albanyscanner.com/jobs/).

**Original story, July 1:** It's been more than a month since we said hello, and we wanted to give you an update about some of the exciting work that's happening.

Most importantly, we've begun interviewing candidates for [Albany Scanner's first job](https://www.albanyscanner.com/jobs/), a contract senior editor position. If you know someone who might be a good fit, please share the job description with them.

We're also looking for **freelance writers and news tips**. All our contact info is [posted on the website](https://www.albanyscanner.com/tips/).

[News tips](https://www.albanyscanner.com/tips/) will become increasingly important as we prepare to start publishing, so be sure to send them our way. We want to answer your pressing questions and make sure we're laser-focused on the news you need.

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In June, we were honored to be chosen as the recipient of community fundraising from a backyard jazz concert in Albany. 

We have to agree with the organizer, who said: "It was a wonderful afternoon, and a true feeling of community." A very Albany event indeed.

Speaking of honors, the Daily Californian named Albany Scanner publisher Emilie Raguso its "[Friend of the Year](https://www.berkeleyscanner.com/2026/05/26/editors-desk/emilie-raguso-daily-cal-friend-of-year/?ref=albanyscanner.com)" in 2026\. We're excited to continue supporting the local news ecosystem in the months ahead.

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As a reminder, we raised about $65,000 during our "Bring News Back to Albany" campaign, exceeding our $50,000 goal.

We now have more than 280 paying members, and more than 700 people on our email list. 

This is truly an incredible start from an entirely grassroots, word-of-mouth campaign. Still, there's lots of room to grow! 

We hope you'll let your friends and neighbors know about us. And don't forget to **follow Albany Scanner on social media**.

- [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/albanyscanner/?ref=albanyscanner.com)
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Finally: We cannot wait to start **bringing you actual news stories** in the months ahead. 

Until then, we wish you the absolute best and are so appreciative of all your support and enthusiasm.

💡

****Want to get in touch? Our** [****tips form**](https://www.albanyscanner.com/tips/) **makes it easy.**